HSS8×2×1/2 square/rectangular HSS tube

HSS8×2×1/2 weighs 28.43 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)8"
Width (B)2"
Nominal wall (t)1/2"

Section properties

Weight28.43 lb/ft
Area (A)7.88 in²
Ix45.3 in⁴
Sx11.3 in³
Zx16.5 in³
rx2.4 in
Iy4.19 in⁴
Sy4.19 in³
Zy5.47 in³
ry0.73 in
J13.6 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 HSS8×2×1/2 cut, formed, or fabricated? Huntington Steel & Supply Co.

Interactive drawing