HSS5-1/2×5-1/2×3/8 square/rectangular HSS tube

HSS5-1/2×5-1/2×3/8 weighs 24.93 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)5 1/2"
Width (B)5 1/2"
Nominal wall (t)3/8"

Section properties

Weight24.93 lb/ft
Area (A)6.88 in²
Ix29.7 in⁴
Sx10.8 in³
Zx13.1 in³
rx2.08 in
Iy29.7 in⁴
Sy10.8 in³
Zy13.1 in³
ry2.08 in
J49 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 HSS5-1/2×5-1/2×3/8 cut, formed, or fabricated? Huntington Steel & Supply Co.

Interactive drawing