PIPE16XS Dimensions & Weight
PIPE16XS is 16 in nominal size extra strong (XS) structural steel pipe (AISC), weighing 82.9 lb per foot — a stock choice for bollards, pipe columns, and handrail. It is the heaviest of the 2 PIPE16 sizes listed here.
PIPE16XS Dimensions
| Property | Imperial | Metric |
|---|---|---|
| Nominal pipe sizenominal size, not the outside diameter | 16 in | NPS 16 |
| Weight class | XS | extra strong (XS) |
| Cross-section area (A)computed from weight and steel density | 24.36 in² | 157.2 cm² |
| Weight | 82.9 lb/ft | 123.4 kg/m |
Standard: AISC. Values from the published section tables; dimensions not listed here are not shown rather than estimated.
What does PIPE16XS weigh and cost?
PIPE16XS weighs 82.9 lb per foot. At an example material price of $0.92/lb that is about $76.27 per foot. Set your quantity, length, and price to total your own run:
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