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Frequently Asked Questions
Questions related to tubing and bar.
Q:How do you calculate the weight of a
steel tube
A:The weight of a tube can be calculated using the following
formula. First determine the wall thickness. Take the OD
or outside Diameter and subtract the ID or inside diameter and
divide by 2 to get the wall. (OD-wall) x wall x 10.68 =
Weight per Foot Example to find the weight of a tube with a
7.0"OD x 6.0"ID (7.0-0.5) * 0.5 * 10.68 = 34.71 lbs per foot