APL Apollo Pipe Weight Chart — MS Circular and Hollow Sections
The APL Apollo pipe weight chart covers their standard circular MS pipes (IS 1239/IS 1161) and structural square hollow sections (IS 4923). For example, a 50x50x2.5mm SHS weighs 3.65 kg/m.
- APL Apollo circular pipes are available in Light, Medium, and Heavy classes
- Standard length for APL Apollo structural tubes is 6 metres
- All theoretical weights comply exactly with Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS)
Whether you are fabricating a PEB structural shed or running an industrial fluid piping network, accurately calculating the APL Apollo pipe weight is essential for creating error-free Bill of Materials (BOM) and managing transport logistics. Below are the definitive kg/m weight charts for their most popular structural and circular pipes.
APL Apollo Structural Hollow Sections (SHS)
APL Apollo pioneered the widespread use of structural hollow sections in India. Below is the theoretical weight chart for their most common Square Hollow Sections (SHS) used in shedding and fabrication, complying with IS 4923.
| Size (mm x mm) | Wall Thickness (mm) | Weight per Metre (kg/m) |
|---|---|---|
| 25 x 25 | 2.0 | 1.44 |
| 40 x 40 | 2.5 | 2.87 |
| 50 x 50 | 2.5 | 3.65 |
| 50 x 50 | 3.0 | 4.31 |
| 75 x 75 | 3.0 | 6.69 |
| 100 x 100 | 4.0 | 11.97 |
Tolerance on mass: ±4% on individual tubes, as per IS 4923.
For a complete breakdown of all hollow section sizes, including Rectangular Hollow Sections (RHS), check out our dedicated APL Apollo Hollow Section Weight Chart.
APL Apollo MS Circular Pipes
For fluid transfer and general engineering purposes, APL Apollo manufactures circular Mild Steel (MS) ERW pipes under IS 1161 and IS 1239 standards. Below are the standard Medium class weights.
| Nominal Bore (NB) | Outer Diameter (mm) | Class (Thickness) | Weight per Metre (kg/m) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 25 NB (1") | 33.7 | Medium (3.2mm) | 2.41 |
| 40 NB (1.5") | 48.3 | Medium (3.2mm) | 3.56 |
| 50 NB (2") | 60.3 | Medium (3.6mm) | 5.03 |
| 80 NB (3") | 88.9 | Medium (4.0mm) | 8.36 |
| 100 NB (4") | 114.3 | Medium (4.5mm) | 12.20 |
Tolerance on mass: ±10% for individual tubes, as per IS 1239 (Part 1).
Worked Example: Shed Fabrication Trusses
A steel shed fabricator is building roof trusses and needs to order APL Apollo 50x50x2.5mm SHS pipes. The structural design requires a total linear length of 420 metres of this specific pipe.
First, find the unit weight from the SHS chart: 50x50x2.5mm = 3.65 kg/m.
Total weight calculation: 420m × 3.65 kg/m = 1,533 kg.
The fabricator needs to procure exactly 1.53 tonnes of APL Apollo SHS to complete the truss fabrication. If the supplier delivers stock in standard 6-meter lengths, the fabricator must order 70 full pipes (420 ÷ 6).
You can optimize these lengths and calculate total material waste using our free Steel Cut Optimizer.
Frequently Asked Questions
How to calculate APL Apollo pipe weight?
To calculate APL Apollo pipe weight, identify the specific cross-section (e.g., Circular, SHS, or RHS) and its wall thickness. Look up the theoretical kg/m value from the standard IS chart, then multiply that value by the total length of the pipe in meters to get the total weight in kilograms.
What is the standard length of APL Apollo pipes?
The standard manufacturing length for APL Apollo structural hollow sections (SHS/RHS) and MS circular pipes is 6 metres (roughly 20 feet). Custom lengths up to 12 metres are available for large-scale bulk orders directly from the mill.
APL Apollo MS pipe ka weight kaise nikale?
APL Apollo MS pipe ka weight nikalne ke liye, pehle pipe ka Outer Diameter (OD) aur wall thickness check karein. Phir standard IS 1239 chart se uski kg/m value dekhein. Jaise 50 NB (2 inch) Medium pipe ka weight 5.03 kg/m hota hai. Isko pipe ki lambai (meters) se multiply karke total weight nikalein.
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