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Square Tube Weight Calculator — MS Square Hollow Section Weight per Meter

The square tube weight calculator is the fastest tool for engineers, fabricators and contractors to find the weight of MS (mild steel) or aluminium square hollow sections. Whether you need a MS square tube weight chart in kg, want to compute square tube weight in lbs, calculate a square hollow section weight per meter, check the MS square pipe weight chart, use a steel weight calculator in kg, find the aluminium rectangular tube weight, or run a structural steel weight calculator — this free tool covers all materials and sizes. Simply enter the outer size, wall thickness, and length to get accurate weight results instantly.

Square Tube Weight Calculator
Enter dimensions to calculate weight per meter and total weight
WEIGHT PER METER (kg/m)
Total Weight (kg)
Total Weight (lbs)
Cross Section (mm²)
Weight Chart

MS Square Tube Weight Chart (kg per meter)

Size (mm) 2mm thick 2.5mm thick 3mm thick 4mm thick 5mm thick
How To Use

Step-by-Step: Square Tube Weight Calculator

1

Select Material

Choose your tube material — MS (Mild Steel), Stainless Steel, Aluminium, Copper, Brass, or enter a custom density. Each material has a different density that directly affects the weight calculation.

2

Enter Outer Size (A)

Enter the outer dimension of the square tube in millimeters. For example, a 50×50mm square tube has A = 50mm. This is the total outer face width including the wall thickness on both sides.

3

Enter Wall Thickness (T)

Enter the wall thickness in mm. Common sizes are 1.6mm, 2mm, 2.5mm, 3mm, 4mm, 5mm, and 6mm. Check your tube specification sheet or measure with a vernier caliper.

4

Enter Length & Quantity

Enter the length in meters and number of pieces. The calculator gives weight per meter, total weight per piece, and grand total for all pieces — in both kg and lbs.

Formula

Square Tube Weight Formula Explained

Weight/m = [(A² − (A−2T)²) × Density] ÷ 1000

Where: A = Outer size (mm) | T = Wall thickness (mm) | Density = Material density (g/cm³)
Cross-sectional area = A² − (A−2T)² (mm²)
Example: 50×50mm, 3mm thick MS: Area = 50² − 44² = 2500−1936 = 564 mm²
Weight/m = (564 × 7.85) ÷ 1000 = 4.43 kg/m
To convert kg to lbs: multiply by 2.20462

Smart Features

Why Use This Square Tube Weight Calculator

5 Materials Supported

MS, Stainless Steel, Aluminium, Copper, Brass — plus custom density. Works as a steel weight calculator in kg and an aluminium rectangular tube weight calculator in one tool.

kg & lbs Both

Shows weight in both kilograms and pounds simultaneously — eliminating the need for a separate unit converter. Useful for both Indian and international project specifications.

Built-in Weight Chart

Includes a complete MS square tube weight chart for common sizes and thicknesses — so you can cross-check your calculation or look up standard sizes without entering any values.

FAQ

Square Tube Weight Calculator — People Also Ask

How is MS square tube weight calculated?
Weight per meter = Cross-sectional area (mm²) × Density (g/cm³) ÷ 1000. Cross-sectional area = Outer size² − Inner size² = A² − (A−2T)². For a 50×50mm tube with 3mm wall: Area = 50² − 44² = 564 mm². Weight/m = 564 × 7.85 ÷ 1000 = 4.43 kg/m. This is the standard IS 4923 formula used across Indian fabrication industries.
What is the weight of a 1×1 inch MS square tube per meter?
A 1×1 inch (25.4×25.4mm) MS square tube with 2mm wall thickness weighs approximately 1.47 kg/m. With 2.5mm wall: ~1.79 kg/m. With 3mm wall: ~2.10 kg/m. Use our calculator above for any exact size — just enter 25.4 in the outer size field and your required thickness.
What is the difference between square tube and square pipe?
In common usage, “square tube” and “square pipe” are often used interchangeably in India. Technically, square tube (Square Hollow Section or SHS) has uniform square cross-section used in structural applications. The weight formula is the same for both. IS 4923 governs square hollow sections in India. Our calculator works for both descriptions.
How to calculate aluminium square tube weight?
Select “Aluminium — 2.7 g/cm³” from the material dropdown. The same formula applies but with aluminium’s lower density. A 50×50mm aluminium tube with 3mm wall weighs: 564 × 2.7 ÷ 1000 = 1.52 kg/m — about 3× lighter than the equivalent MS tube. Perfect for aerospace, automotive, and architectural applications where weight saving is critical.
Conclusion

Accurate Square Tube Weight — Every Size, Every Material

Whether you need an MS square tube weight chart in kg, a square hollow section weight per meter, or an aluminium square tube weight calculator — this free tool delivers instant, accurate results using the standard IS 4923 formula. Bookmark it for your fabrication projects, share with your team, and eliminate manual weight calculation errors on every job.