Hollow structural sections (HSS) come in a variety of sizes and shapes to suit different structural and engineering applications. The size of an HSS can be described by its dimensions, including the outer width, outer height, and wall thickness. The most common shapes for HSS are square and rectangular, and they are typically defined by their nominal dimensions in inches or millimeters.
For square HSS, some common sizes include:
2x2 inches
3x3 inches
4x4 inches
6x6 inches
8x8 inches
For rectangular HSS, common sizes might include:
2x3 inches
2x4 inches
3x4 inches
4x6 inches
8x10 inches
The wall thickness of HSS can also vary, and it is typically specified along with the dimensions. For example, you might see an HSS described as "2x2 inches with a 1/8-inch wall thickness."
