SHS 260x260x8 Dimensions & Weight
SHS 260x260x8 is a square hollow section to EN 10210 / EN 10219, 260 x 260 mm outside with a 8 mm wall, weighing 62.8 kg per metre (42.2 lb/ft) — commonly specified for heavier columns and brace members.
SHS 260x260x8 Dimensions
| Property | Metric | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Outside depth | 260 mm | 10.236 in |
| Outside width | 260 mm | 10.236 in |
| Wall thickness | 8 mm | 0.315 in |
| Cross-section area (A)computed from weight and steel density | 80 cm² | 12.4 in² |
| Mass | 62.8 kg/m | 42.2 lb/ft |
Standard: EN 10210 / EN 10219. Values from the published section tables; dimensions not listed here are not shown rather than estimated.
What does SHS 260x260x8 weigh and cost?
SHS 260x260x8 has a mass of 62.8 kg per metre. At an example material price of 2.00 per kg (in your currency) that is about 125.60 per metre. Set your quantity, length, and price to total your own run:
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