HSS5.000X0.312 Steel Round HSS — Section Properties
Dimensions
| Property | Value | Unit |
|---|---|---|
| Outer Diameter (OD) | 5 | 127.0 mm |
| Wall Thickness (t) | 0.312 | 7.9 mm |
| Area (A) | 4.3 in² | 27.7 cm² |
| Weight | 15.64 lb/ft | 23.3 kg/m |
Elastic Section Properties
| Property | Strong Axis (X-X) | Weak Axis (Y-Y) | Unit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Moment of Inertia (I) | 12 | 12 | in⁴ |
| Elastic Section Modulus (S) | 4.79 | 4.79 | in³ |
| Plastic Section Modulus (Z) | 6.46 | 6.46 | in³ |
| Radius of Gyration (r) | 1.67 | 1.67 | in |
Torsional Properties
| Property | Value | Unit |
|---|---|---|
| Torsional Constant (J) | 24 | 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 HSS5.000X0.312 section? 15.64 lb/ft (23.3 kg/m).
What is the section modulus of HSS5.000X0.312? Sx = 4.79 in³, Zx = 6.46 in³ (strong axis). Sy = 4.79 in³, Zy = 6.46 in³ (weak axis).
What steel grade is standard for HSS5.000X0.312? ASTM A500 Grade C (Fy = 46 ksi) or Grade B (Fy = 42 ksi). Verify with mill certificate.
What is the moment of inertia of HSS5.000X0.312? Ix = 12 in⁴ about the strong axis and Iy = 12 in⁴ about the weak axis. The radius of gyration is rx = 1.67 in and ry = 1.67 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.