HSS4.000X0.188 Steel Round HSS — Section Properties
Dimensions
| Property | Value | Unit |
|---|---|---|
| Outer Diameter (OD) | 4 | 101.6 mm |
| Wall Thickness (t) | 0.188 | 4.8 mm |
| Area (A) | 2.09 in² | 13.5 cm² |
| Weight | 7.66 lb/ft | 11.4 kg/m |
Elastic Section Properties
| Property | Strong Axis (X-X) | Weak Axis (Y-Y) | Unit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Moment of Inertia (I) | 3.83 | 3.83 | in⁴ |
| Elastic Section Modulus (S) | 1.92 | 1.92 | in³ |
| Plastic Section Modulus (Z) | 2.55 | 2.55 | in³ |
| Radius of Gyration (r) | 1.35 | 1.35 | in |
Torsional Properties
| Property | Value | Unit |
|---|---|---|
| Torsional Constant (J) | 7.67 | in⁴ |
| Warping Constant (Cw) | 0 | in⁶ |
Design Resources
- Section Properties Database — Compare with other sections
- Steel Grades Reference — Material properties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the weight of a HSS4.000X0.188 section? 7.66 lb/ft (11.4 kg/m).
What is the section modulus of HSS4.000X0.188? Sx = 1.92 in³, Zx = 2.55 in³ (strong axis). Sy = 1.92 in³, Zy = 2.55 in³ (weak axis).
What steel grade is standard for HSS4.000X0.188? ASTM A500 Grade C (Fy = 46 ksi) or Grade B (Fy = 42 ksi). Verify with mill certificate.
What is the moment of inertia of HSS4.000X0.188? Ix = 3.83 in⁴ about the strong axis and Iy = 3.83 in⁴ about the weak axis. The radius of gyration is rx = 1.35 in and ry = 1.35 in.
Related Pages
Educational reference only. Verify all section properties against the current AISC Manual and mill certificates before design. Results are PRELIMINARY — NOT FOR CONSTRUCTION.