Density of Materials – Metals, Alloys & Construction Materials

Density (ρ) is defined as the mass (m) per unit volume (V) of a material and is one of the most important physical properties used in engineering and industrial design. It directly influences weight estimation, structural integrity, material selection, and piping calculations. The following table presents the density of commonly used metals, alloys, and construction materials in both SI units (kg/m³) and Imperial units (lb/ft³). These values serve as reference data and may vary depending on composition, grade, and manufacturing process. For accurate design purposes, consult relevant standards or supplier specifications.

Density of Materials — Reference Table

The table lists typical densities for common industrial materials and alloys used in piping, fittings, structural work, construction, and equipment. Values are approximate. 1 kg/m³ = 0.06242796 lb/ft³.

CategoryMaterialDensity (kg/m³)Density (lb/ft³)Melting Point (°C)
FerrousCarbon steel (mild)7850490.11450
ASTM A106 Gr B7850490.11450
SA-516 Gr 707850490.11425
Stainless & SpecialStainless steel 3048000499.41400
Stainless steel 316 / 316L8000499.41375
Duplex stainless 22057850490.11350
Super Austenitic7900493.41420
Cast / Ductile IronGray cast iron7200449.51200
Ductile iron7800486.91370
Copper & AlloysCopper (pure)8960559.41085
Brass8500530.6900
Bronze8800549.4950
Cu-Ni 70/308960559.41250
Nickel / SuperalloysNickel (pure)8908556.21455
Monel 4008800549.41350
Inconel 6258440526.81290
Hastelloy C2768410525.61320
Light MetalsAluminum 11002700168.7660
Aluminum 60612700168.7582
Titanium Grade 24500280.91668
Magnesium1740108.7650
Plastics & PolymersPVC140087.575
HDPE95059.3130
PP90056.3160
PTFE2200137.3327
Polycarbonate120074.9267
Ceramics & GlassGlass (soda-lime)2500156.01400
Alumina ceramic3900243.52050
Silicon carbide3200199.92700
Wood & CompositesOak70043.71600
Pine50031.21500
Plywood60037.51550
Construction & StoneConcrete2400149.91300
Brick1920119.81000
Granite2700168.71215
Rubber & ElastomersNatural rubber92057.5180
EPDM86053.7230
Silicone rubber110068.71410

Data Source: Densities are compiled from engineering references including ASM Metals Handbook and MatWeb; Melting points referenced from NIST (National Institute of Standards and Technology) and ASM International material data sheets.

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