PIPE8XS Dimensions & Weight
PIPE8XS is 8 in nominal size extra strong (XS) structural steel pipe (AISC), weighing 43.4 lb per foot — a stock choice for bollards, pipe columns, and handrail.
PIPE8XS Dimensions
| Property | Imperial | Metric |
|---|---|---|
| Nominal pipe sizenominal size, not the outside diameter | 8 in | NPS 8 |
| Weight class | XS | extra strong (XS) |
| Cross-section area (A)computed from weight and steel density | 12.75 in² | 82.3 cm² |
| Weight | 43.4 lb/ft | 64.6 kg/m |
Standard: AISC. Values from the published section tables; dimensions not listed here are not shown rather than estimated.
What does PIPE8XS weigh and cost?
PIPE8XS weighs 43.4 lb per foot. At an example material price of $0.92/lb that is about $39.93 per foot. Set your quantity, length, and price to total your own run:
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