HSS18X18X1 Dimensions & Weight
HSS18X18X1 is a square hollow structural section, 18 x 18 in nominal outside with a 1 in nominal wall (0.93 in design wall per AISC), at 222.63 lb per foot — commonly specified for heavier columns and brace members.
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HSS18X18X1 Dimensions
| Property | Imperial | Metric |
|---|---|---|
| Outside depth (nominal) | 18 in | 457.2 mm |
| Outside width (nominal) | 18 in | 457.2 mm |
| Wall thickness (nominal) | 1 in (1) | 25.4 mm |
| Design wall thickness0.93 x nominal, per AISC for A500 | 0.93 in | 23.6 mm |
| Cross-section area (A)computed from weight and steel density | 65.43 in² | 422.1 cm² |
| Weight | 222.63 lb/ft | 331.3 kg/m |
Standard: AISC. Values from the published section tables; dimensions not listed here are not shown rather than estimated.
What does HSS18X18X1 weigh and cost?
HSS18X18X1 weighs 222.63 lb per foot. At an example material price of $0.92/lb that is about $204.82 per foot. Set your quantity, length, and price to total your own run:
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Related sizes
- HSS18X18X1/459.85 lb/ft
- HSS18X18X5/1674.38 lb/ft
- HSS18X18X3/888.73 lb/ft
- HSS18X18X1/2116.91 lb/ft
- HSS18X18X5/8144.39 lb/ft
- HSS18X18X3/4171.16 lb/ft
- HSS18X18X7/8197.24 lb/ft
- HSS24X12X1222.63 lb/ft
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Deeper reading: HSS Sizes: Square & Rectangular Tube Guide · How to calculate steel weight