HSS2-1/2×2-1/2×5/16 square/rectangular HSS tube

HSS2-1/2×2-1/2×5/16 weighs 8.45 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)5/16"

Section properties

Weight8.45 lb/ft
Area (A)2.35 in²
Ix1.82 in⁴
Sx1.46 in³
Zx1.88 in³
rx0.88 in
Iy1.82 in⁴
Sy1.46 in³
Zy1.88 in³
ry0.88 in
J3.2 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 HSS2-1/2×2-1/2×5/16 cut, formed, or fabricated? Huntington Steel & Supply Co.

Interactive drawing