HSS22X16X1/2 Dimensions & Weight

HSS22X16X1/2 is a rectangular hollow structural section, 22 x 16 in nominal outside with a 1/2 in nominal wall (0.465 in design wall per AISC), at 123.71 lb per foot — commonly specified for heavier columns and brace members.

HSS22X16X1/2 Dimensions

PropertyImperialMetric
Outside depth (nominal)22 in558.8 mm
Outside width (nominal)16 in406.4 mm
Wall thickness (nominal)1/2 in (0.5)12.7 mm
Design wall thickness0.93 x nominal, per AISC for A5000.47 in11.8 mm
Cross-section area (A)computed from weight and steel density36.36 in²234.6 cm²
Weight123.71 lb/ft184.1 kg/m

Standard: AISC. Values from the published section tables; dimensions not listed here are not shown rather than estimated.

What does HSS22X16X1/2 weigh and cost?

HSS22X16X1/2 weighs 123.71 lb per foot. At an example material price of $0.92/lb that is about $113.81 per foot. Set your quantity, length, and price to total your own run:

Total weight
2,474 lbs(1.24 tons)
Material cost
$2,276.26

Material only, example pricing. Actual steel pricing varies by region, grade, quantity, and market conditions — use your own supplier numbers for real bids.

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