MC12X10.6 Dimensions & Weight
MC12X10.6 is an AISC miscellaneous channel with a nominal depth of 12 in, weighing 10.6 lb per foot — commonly used for stair stringers, lintels, trimmers, and edge framing. It is the lightest of the 7 MC12 sizes listed here.
MC12X10.6 Dimensions
| Property | Imperial | Metric |
|---|---|---|
| Nominal depthfrom the designation | 12 in | 304.8 mm |
| Cross-section area (A)computed from weight and steel density | 3.12 in² | 20.1 cm² |
| Weight | 10.6 lb/ft | 15.8 kg/m |
Standard: AISC. Values from the published section tables; dimensions not listed here are not shown rather than estimated.
What does MC12X10.6 weigh and cost?
MC12X10.6 weighs 10.6 lb per foot. At an example material price of $0.92/lb that is about $9.75 per foot. Set your quantity, length, and price to total your own run:
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