AISC v16.0 · HP shape

HP16X162

HP16X162 weighs 162 lb/ft, has a depth of 16.3 in, a cross-sectional area of 47.7 in², and an x-axis elastic section modulus Sx of 269 in³. Open the full US customary property record or generate 2D, data, report, and 3D reference files locally in your browser.

HP 162 lb/ft · 47.7 in² · EDI HP16X162

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Nominal profile Units · inches

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Weight: 162 lb/ft
Area: 47.7 in²
Depth: 16.3 in
Elastic Sx: 269 in³

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Reading the HP16X162 record

The 16 in depth series in HP16X162 is a designation. The tabulated depth d is 16.3 in and flange width bf is 16.1 in. The separately listed detailing depth ddet is 16.25 in.

The web thickness tw is 1 in and flange thickness tf is 1 in. Keep the exact designation with these dimensions: matching the depth series does not guarantee matching flanges, web geometry or connection fit.

Ix = 2,190 in⁴ and Iy = 697 in⁴ refer to the database x- and y-axes. Here Ix is numerically larger. Axis letters are labels, not a guarantee that x is always the larger axis. These are geometric properties, not allowable loads or complete member capacities.

Match the axis and dimension conventions to the figures in the AISC v16.0 workbook Readme. The profile above simplifies manufacturing geometry; its outline is not used to recalculate the published properties.

Worked quantity example

Nominal weight for HP16X162

Assume 3 pieces, each 20 ft (6.096 m) long. This is a hypothetical quantity example, not a stock-length or lifting recommendation.

Using the published 162 lb/ft weight
Quantity	Calculation	Nominal pounds	Kilogram equivalent
One 20 ft piece	20 ft × 162 lb/ft	3,240 lb	1,469.639 kg
3 pieces	3 × 3,240 lb	9,720 lb	4,408.918 kg

Conversion: 1 lb = 0.45359237 kg; displayed results are rounded. This multiplication excludes connection plates, bolts, weld metal, coatings, cutting allowances and actual material variation. Use the material takeoff for your own lengths and quantities.

Shape family context

What is a bearing pile shape?

An HP-shape is a hot-rolled bearing-pile section proportioned for driven foundation service. Its geometry is intended to perform as a pile and differs from ordinary building-column selection even when the cross-section looks similar to a wide-flange shape.

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Common context

Common project roles include deep foundations, pile-supported structures, retaining systems, marine work, and heavy civil or industrial foundations.

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Dimensions & properties

HP16X162 reference data.

Values below are derived from the AISC Shapes Database v16.0 in US customary units. A dash indicates that a property is not applicable or not included for this family.

Nominal dimensions

W: 162 lb/ft
A: 47.7 in²
d: 16.3 in
ddet: 16.25 in
bf: 16.1 in
bfdet: 16.125 in
tw: 1 in
twdet: 1 in
tf: 1 in
tfdet: 1 in
kdes: 2.18 in
kdet: 2.188 in
k1: 1.688 in

Centroid & detailing

T: 11.75 in
WGi: 5.5 in

X-axis properties

Ix: 2,190 in⁴
Zx: 306 in³
Sx: 269 in³
rx: 6.78 in
rts: 4.45 in
ho: 15.3 in

Y- and z-axis properties

Iy: 697 in⁴
Zy: 134 in³
Sy: 86.6 in³
ry: 3.82 in

Torsion, warping & perimeters

J: 18.8 in⁴
Cw: 40,800 in⁶
PA: 76.9 in
PB: 93 in
PC: 48.7 in
PD: 64.8 in

Compare published reference values

HP16X162 alongside nearby HP records

These records share the same nominal series, outside envelope or leg arrangement, depending on the family. Peers are ordered by absolute weight difference, then listed depth and designation. The table does not rank structural performance or approve a substitution.

US customary values from the same AISC v16.0 dataset
Record	Weight (lb/ft)	Depth (in)	Area (in²)	Ix (in⁴)	Iy (in⁴)
HP16X162 (this record)	162	16.3	47.7	2,190	697
HP16X183	183	16.5	54.1	2,510	818
HP16X141	141	16	41.7	1,870	599

Relative to HP16X162, HP16X183 changes nominal weight by +21 lb/ft, listed depth by +0.2 in, and area by +6.4 in². At the same hypothetical 20 ft length, the nominal weight difference is +420 lb.

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Compare the remaining dimensions, axis conventions, grade, availability and project requirements separately. Weight or section-property similarity does not establish matching connection geometry or member capacity.

Reference use only.

Data is derived from the AISC Shapes Database v16.0, consistent with the AISC Steel Construction Manual, 16th Edition, 1st Printing. AISC advises professional verification before use in a specific application. The downloadable DXF is a nominal reference profile and may simplify rolled fillets, flange tapers, angle radii, HSS corner radii, and other manufacturing geometry. Verify all dimensions and suitability before design, detailing, ordering, or fabrication.

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