HSS4-1/2x3/8 (HSS4.5x.375) – HSS Shapes - Round

HSS4-1/2x3/8 is a 4.5 in (114 mm) diameter round hollow section with a 3/8 in (10 mm) nominal wall, weighing 16.54 lb/ft (24.6 kg/m).

Round HSS are closed, circular tube sections, sharing the torsional and biaxial strength advantages of rectangular HSS but in a circular profile that's often preferred where appearance matters — exposed columns, canopy supports, and architectural framing — as well as more utilitarian uses like handrail posts and bollards. The circular shape distributes compressive and torsional loads evenly in every direction, making round HSS a strong, materially efficient choice wherever a round column or post is wanted rather than a square or rectangular one.

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Dimensions

PropertyValue
Nominal Weight (lb/ft)16.54
Outside Diameter (in)4.5
Nominal Thickness (in)0.375

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Section Properties

PropertyValue
Ix (in⁴)9.87
Zx (in³)6.03
Sx (in³)4.39
rx (in)1.47
Iy (in⁴)9.87
Zy (in³)6.03
Sy (in³)4.39
ry (in)1.47
J (in⁴)19.7
C (in³)8.78

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