457x279x421 UB Dimensions & Weight

457x279x421 UB is a BS EN 10365 universal beam with an actual depth of 555 mm and a 302 mm flange, weighing 421 kg per metre (282.9 lb/ft) — commonly used for longer floor spans and transfer framing.

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457x279x421 UB Dimensions

PropertyMetricImperial
Depth (d)555 mm21.85 in
Flange width (b)302 mm11.89 in
Web thickness (tw)35.6 mm1.402 in
Flange thickness (tf)63.5 mm2.5 in
Cross-section area (A)computed from weight and steel density536.3 cm²83.13 in²
Mass421 kg/m282.9 lb/ft

Standard: BS EN 10365. Values from the published section tables; dimensions not listed here are not shown rather than estimated.

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457x279x421 UB has a mass of 421 kg per metre. At an example material price of 2.00 per kg (in your currency) that is about 842.00 per metre. Set your quantity, length, and price to total your own run:

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Total weight
2,526 kg(2.53 tonnes)
Material cost
5,052.00

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