HSS10X6X1/2 Dimensions & Weight
HSS10X6X1/2 is a rectangular hollow structural section, 10 x 6 in nominal outside with a 1/2 in nominal wall (0.465 in design wall per AISC), at 48.85 lb per foot — commonly specified for heavier columns and brace members.
HSS10X6X1/2 Dimensions
| Property | Imperial | Metric |
|---|---|---|
| Outside depth (nominal) | 10 in | 254 mm |
| Outside width (nominal) | 6 in | 152.4 mm |
| Wall thickness (nominal) | 1/2 in (0.5) | 12.7 mm |
| Design wall thickness0.93 x nominal, per AISC for A500 | 0.465 in | 11.8 mm |
| Cross-section area (A)computed from weight and steel density | 14.36 in² | 92.6 cm² |
| Weight | 48.85 lb/ft | 72.7 kg/m |
What does HSS10X6X1/2 cost?
At an example material price of $0.92/lb, HSS10X6X1/2 runs about $44.94 per foot, or roughly $899 for a 20-ft length.
Example pricing only. Actual steel pricing varies by region, grade, quantity, and market conditions — use your own supplier numbers for real bids.
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