Pipe2-1/2XS Steel Pipe — Section Properties
Dimensions
| Property | Value | Unit |
|---|---|---|
| Outer Diameter (OD) | 2.875 | 73.0 mm |
| Wall Thickness (t) | 0.276 | 7.0 mm |
| Area (A) | 2.1 in² | 13.5 cm² |
| Weight | 7.67 lb/ft | 11.4 kg/m |
Elastic Section Properties
| Property | Strong Axis (X-X) | Weak Axis (Y-Y) | Unit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Moment of Inertia (I) | 1.83 | 1.83 | in⁴ |
| Elastic Section Modulus (S) | 1.27 | 1.27 | in³ |
| Plastic Section Modulus (Z) | 1.77 | 1.77 | in³ |
| Radius of Gyration (r) | 0.93 | 0.93 | in |
Torsional Properties
| Property | Value | Unit |
|---|---|---|
| Torsional Constant (J) | 3.66 | in⁴ |
| Warping Constant (Cw) | 0 | in⁶ |
Design Resources
- Section Properties Database — Compare with other sections
- Steel Pipe Reference — Full pipe dimension table
- Steel Grades Reference — Material properties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the weight of a Pipe2-1/2XS pipe section? 7.67 lb/ft (11.4 kg/m).
What is the section modulus of Pipe2-1/2XS? Sx = 1.27 in³, Zx = 1.77 in³ (strong axis). Sy = 1.27 in³, Zy = 1.77 in³ (weak axis).
What steel grade is standard for Pipe2-1/2XS? ASTM A53 Grade B (Fy = 35 ksi) for pipe sections. Verify with mill certificate.
What is the moment of inertia of Pipe2-1/2XS? Ix = 1.83 in⁴ about the strong axis and Iy = 1.83 in⁴ about the weak axis. The radius of gyration is rx = 0.93 in and ry = 0.93 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.