PIPE6XS Dimensions & Weight
PIPE6XS is 6 in nominal size extra strong (XS) structural steel pipe (AISC), weighing 28.6 lb per foot — a stock choice for bollards, pipe columns, and handrail.
PIPE6XS Dimensions
| Property | Imperial | Metric |
|---|---|---|
| Nominal pipe sizenominal size, not the outside diameter | 6 in | NPS 6 |
| Weight class | XS | extra strong (XS) |
| Cross-section area (A)computed from weight and steel density | 8.4 in² | 54.2 cm² |
| Weight | 28.6 lb/ft | 42.6 kg/m |
Standard: AISC. Values from the published section tables; dimensions not listed here are not shown rather than estimated.
What does PIPE6XS weigh and cost?
PIPE6XS weighs 28.6 lb per foot. At an example material price of $0.92/lb that is about $26.31 per foot. Set your quantity, length, and price to total your own run:
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