HSS12X12X1/4 Dimensions & Weight

HSS12X12X1/4 is a square hollow structural section, 12 x 12 in nominal outside with a 1/4 in nominal wall (0.233 in design wall per AISC), at 39.43 lb per foot — commonly specified for heavier columns and brace members.

HSS12X12X1/4 Dimensions

PropertyImperialMetric
Outside depth (nominal)12 in304.8 mm
Outside width (nominal)12 in304.8 mm
Wall thickness (nominal)1/4 in (0.25)6.4 mm
Design wall thickness0.93 x nominal, per AISC for A5000.233 in5.9 mm
Cross-section area (A)computed from weight and steel density11.59 in²74.8 cm²
Weight39.43 lb/ft58.7 kg/m

What does HSS12X12X1/4 weigh and cost?

HSS12X12X1/4 weighs 39.43 lb per foot. At an example material price of $0.92/lb that is about $36.28 per foot. Set your quantity, length, and price to total your own run:

Total weight
789 lbs
Material cost
$725.51

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