SHS 300x300x8 Dimensions & Weight

SHS 300x300x8 is a square hollow section to EN 10210 / EN 10219, 300 x 300 mm outside with a 8 mm wall, weighing 72.8 kg per metre (48.92 lb/ft) — commonly specified for heavier columns and brace members.

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SHS 300x300x8 Dimensions

PropertyMetricImperial
Outside depth300 mm11.811 in
Outside width300 mm11.811 in
Wall thickness8 mm0.315 in
Cross-section area (A)computed from weight and steel density92.7 cm²14.37 in²
Mass72.8 kg/m48.92 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 300x300x8 weigh and cost?

SHS 300x300x8 has a mass of 72.8 kg per metre. At an example material price of 2.00 per kg (in your currency) that is about 145.60 per metre. Set your quantity, length, and price to total your own run:

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Total weight
437 kg
Material cost
873.60

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