M5X18.9 Dimensions & Weight

M5X18.9 is an AISC miscellaneous (M) beam with a nominal depth of 5 in, weighing 18.9 lb per foot — commonly used for lintels, trimmers, and light framing.

M5X18.9 Dimensions

PropertyImperialMetric
Nominal depthfrom the designation5 in127 mm
Cross-section area (A)computed from weight and steel density5.55 in²35.8 cm²
Weight18.9 lb/ft28.1 kg/m

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

What does M5X18.9 weigh and cost?

M5X18.9 weighs 18.9 lb per foot. At an example material price of $0.92/lb that is about $17.39 per foot. Set your quantity, length, and price to total your own run:

Total weight
378 lbs
Material cost
$347.76

Material only, example pricing. Actual steel pricing varies by region, grade, quantity, and market conditions — use your own supplier numbers for real bids.

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