HSS5.563X0.500 Steel Round HSS — Section Properties
Dimensions
| Property | Value | Unit |
|---|---|---|
| Outer Diameter (OD) | 5.56 | 141.2 mm |
| Wall Thickness (t) | 0.5 | 12.7 mm |
| Area (A) | 7.45 in² | 48.1 cm² |
| Weight | 27.06 lb/ft | 40.3 kg/m |
Elastic Section Properties
| Property | Strong Axis (X-X) | Weak Axis (Y-Y) | Unit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Moment of Inertia (I) | 24.4 | 24.4 | in⁴ |
| Elastic Section Modulus (S) | 8.77 | 8.77 | in³ |
| Plastic Section Modulus (Z) | 12.1 | 12.1 | in³ |
| Radius of Gyration (r) | 1.81 | 1.81 | in |
Torsional Properties
| Property | Value | Unit |
|---|---|---|
| Torsional Constant (J) | 48.8 | 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 HSS5.563X0.500 section? 27.06 lb/ft (40.3 kg/m).
What is the section modulus of HSS5.563X0.500? Sx = 8.77 in³, Zx = 12.1 in³ (strong axis). Sy = 8.77 in³, Zy = 12.1 in³ (weak axis).
What steel grade is standard for HSS5.563X0.500? ASTM A500 Grade C (Fy = 46 ksi) or Grade B (Fy = 42 ksi). Verify with mill certificate.
What is the moment of inertia of HSS5.563X0.500? Ix = 24.4 in⁴ about the strong axis and Iy = 24.4 in⁴ about the weak axis. The radius of gyration is rx = 1.81 in and ry = 1.81 in.
Related Pages
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