HSS 3 × 1½ × 0.078" (76.2 × 38.1 × 1.98 mm) ASTM A500 Grade B/C Rectangular HSS
76.2x38.1x1.98mm Steel rectangular hss in ASTM A500 Grade B, Grade C to ASTM A500/A500M, with an uncoated steel surface suitable for further processing or painting. Nominal weight 3.350776 kg/m.
Minimum order
Minimum 10 t per size. If the size is already in the current production cycle, we can accept orders from 5 t. Standard length 6 m; 4–12 m on request. We confirm the minimum, lead time and grade in your quote.
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Minimum order: 10 t per size (from 5 t if the size is in production)
Applications & Usage
This lightweight and decorative Steel rectangular hss is commonly specified for trim work, framing, display systems, and interior design projects. The 1.98mm wall thickness provides adequate strength for light-duty applications while maintaining workability. The natural mill finish provides a cost-effective solution for applications where aesthetics are secondary. Available in standard lengths of 6m, this profile can be easily cut, drilled, and welded to suit your specific requirements.
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 76.2mm × 38.1mm × 1.98mm |
| Weight per Meter | 3.351 kg/m |
| Material | Steel |
| Alloy/Grade | ASTM A500 Grade B, C |
| Standard | ASTM A500/A500M |
| Standard Length | 6m |
| Designation (inch) | HSS 3 × 1½ × 0.078 |
| Weight (lb/ft) | 2.25 lb/ft |
| Minimum Order per Size | 10 t |
| Cut-to-Length Range | 4000 – 12000 mm |
Section Properties
Calculated with the AISC design wall thickness (0.93 × nominal); mass and length per tonne use the nominal wall.
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Cross-sectional area(A) | 3.99 cm² |
| Second moment of area(Ix) | 29.9 cm⁴ |
| Second moment of area(Iy) | 10.2 cm⁴ |
| Radius of gyration(ix) | 2.74 cm |
| Radius of gyration(iy) | 1.60 cm |
| Elastic section modulus(Wel,x) | 7.84 cm³ |
| Elastic section modulus(Wel,y) | 5.34 cm³ |
| Plastic section modulus(Wpl,x) | 9.73 cm³ |
| Plastic section modulus(Wpl,y) | 6.01 cm³ |
| Torsional inertia constant(It) | 24.7 cm⁴ |
| Torsional modulus constant(Ct) | 9.24 cm³ |
| Surface area per metre(As) | 0.222 m²/m |
| Length per tonne | 298 m |
Grade strength and capacity
Minimum strength of each grade this size is rolled in, with the indicative capacity calculated on the AISC design wall (0.93 × nominal).
| Grade | Min. yield | Tensile | Bending Wel·fy | Axial A·fy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grade B | 46 ksi (315 MPa) | 58 ksi (400 MPa) | 2.47 kNm · 1.82 kip·ft | 126 kN · 28.2 kips |
| Grade C | 50 ksi (345 MPa) | 62 ksi (425 MPa) | 2.70 kNm · 1.99 kip·ft | 138 kN · 30.9 kips |
Indicative values from nominal dimensions: Wel × fy and A × fy, without buckling, cross-section class or partial safety factors. Not a design check.
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