HSS2-1/2X2-1/2X3/16 Dimensions & Weight
HSS2-1/2X2-1/2X3/16 is a square hollow structural section, 2.5 x 2.5 in nominal outside with a 3/16 in nominal wall (0.174 in design wall per AISC), at 5.59 lb per foot — commonly specified for handrail posts, equipment frames, and miscellaneous metals.
HSS2-1/2X2-1/2X3/16 Dimensions
| Property | Imperial | Metric |
|---|---|---|
| Outside depth (nominal) | 2.5 in | 63.5 mm |
| Outside width (nominal) | 2.5 in | 63.5 mm |
| Wall thickness (nominal) | 3/16 in (0.188) | 4.8 mm |
| Design wall thickness0.93 x nominal, per AISC for A500 | 0.174 in | 4.4 mm |
| Cross-section area (A)computed from weight and steel density | 1.64 in² | 10.6 cm² |
| Weight | 5.59 lb/ft | 8.3 kg/m |
What does HSS2-1/2X2-1/2X3/16 cost?
At an example material price of $0.92/lb, HSS2-1/2X2-1/2X3/16 runs about $5.14 per foot, or roughly $103 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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