406x140x53 UB Dimensions & Weight
406x140x53 UB is a BS EN 10365 universal beam with an actual depth of 406.6 mm and a 143.3 mm flange, weighing 53.3 kg per metre (35.82 lb/ft) — commonly used for floor beams and roof framing. It is the heaviest of the 3 406x140 UB sizes listed here.
406x140x53 UB Dimensions
| Property | Metric | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Depth (d) | 406.6 mm | 16.008 in |
| Flange width (b) | 143.3 mm | 5.642 in |
| Web thickness (tw) | 7.9 mm | 0.311 in |
| Flange thickness (tf) | 12.9 mm | 0.508 in |
| Cross-section area (A)computed from weight and steel density | 67.9 cm² | 10.52 in² |
| Mass | 53.3 kg/m | 35.82 lb/ft |
Standard: BS EN 10365. Values from the published section tables; dimensions not listed here are not shown rather than estimated.
What does 406x140x53 UB weigh and cost?
406x140x53 UB has a mass of 53.3 kg per metre. At an example material price of 2.00 per kg (in your currency) that is about 106.60 per metre. Set your quantity, length, and price to total your own run:
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