HSS2-1/2×2-1/2×3/16 square/rectangular HSS tube

HSS2-1/2×2-1/2×3/16 weighs 5.59 lb per foot. Detailing dimensions and section properties below come from the AISC Shapes Database, 16th Edition. Values are shown to the nearest 1/16 in. as they appear on a shop drawing.

Detailing dimensions

Depth (Ht)2 1/2"
Width (B)2 1/2"
Nominal wall (t)3/16"

Section properties

Weight5.59 lb/ft
Area (A)1.54 in²
Ix1.35 in⁴
Sx1.08 in³
Zx1.32 in³
rx0.937 in
Iy1.35 in⁴
Sy1.08 in³
Zy1.32 in³
ry0.937 in
J2.25 in⁴

Detailing values are rounded to the nearest 1/16 in. per the AISC Steel Construction Manual. Verify critical dimensions against the current Manual before fabrication. Need HSS2-1/2×2-1/2×3/16 cut, formed, or fabricated? Huntington Steel & Supply Co.

Interactive drawing