PIPE3-1/2XS Dimensions & Weight
PIPE3-1/2XS is 3-1/2 in nominal size extra strong (XS) structural steel pipe (AISC), weighing 12.5 lb per foot — a stock choice for bollards, pipe columns, and handrail. It is the heaviest of the 2 PIPE3-1/2 sizes listed here.
PIPE3-1/2XS Dimensions
| Property | Imperial | Metric |
|---|---|---|
| Nominal pipe sizenominal size, not the outside diameter | 3-1/2 in | NPS 3-1/2 |
| Weight class | XS | extra strong (XS) |
| Cross-section area (A)computed from weight and steel density | 3.67 in² | 23.7 cm² |
| Weight | 12.5 lb/ft | 18.6 kg/m |
Standard: AISC. Values from the published section tables; dimensions not listed here are not shown rather than estimated.
What does PIPE3-1/2XS weigh and cost?
PIPE3-1/2XS weighs 12.5 lb per foot. At an example material price of $0.92/lb that is about $11.50 per foot. Set your quantity, length, and price to total your own run:
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