HSS5.500X0.375 Steel Round HSS — Section Properties
Dimensions
| Property | Value | Unit |
|---|---|---|
| Outer Diameter (OD) | 5.5 | 139.7 mm |
| Wall Thickness (t) | 0.375 | 9.5 mm |
| Area (A) | 5.65 in² | 36.5 cm² |
| Weight | 20.55 lb/ft | 30.6 kg/m |
Elastic Section Properties
| Property | Strong Axis (X-X) | Weak Axis (Y-Y) | Unit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Moment of Inertia (I) | 18.8 | 18.8 | in⁴ |
| Elastic Section Modulus (S) | 6.84 | 6.84 | in³ |
| Plastic Section Modulus (Z) | 9.27 | 9.27 | in³ |
| Radius of Gyration (r) | 1.83 | 1.83 | in |
Torsional Properties
| Property | Value | Unit |
|---|---|---|
| Torsional Constant (J) | 37.6 | 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 HSS5.500X0.375 section? 20.55 lb/ft (30.6 kg/m).
What is the section modulus of HSS5.500X0.375? Sx = 6.84 in³, Zx = 9.27 in³ (strong axis). Sy = 6.84 in³, Zy = 9.27 in³ (weak axis).
What steel grade is standard for HSS5.500X0.375? ASTM A500 Grade C (Fy = 46 ksi) or Grade B (Fy = 42 ksi). Verify with mill certificate.
What is the moment of inertia of HSS5.500X0.375? Ix = 18.8 in⁴ about the strong axis and Iy = 18.8 in⁴ about the weak axis. The radius of gyration is rx = 1.83 in and ry = 1.83 in.
Related Pages
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