MC8X20 Dimensions & Weight
MC8X20 is an AISC miscellaneous channel with an actual depth of 8 in and a 3 in flange, weighing 20 lb per foot — commonly used for stair stringers, lintels, trimmers, and edge framing.
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MC8X20 Dimensions
| Property | Imperial | Metric |
|---|---|---|
| Depth (d) | 8 in | 203.2 mm |
| Flange width (bf) | 3.03 in | 76.8 mm |
| Cross-section area (A) | 5.88 in² | 37.9 cm² |
| Weight | 20 lb/ft | 29.8 kg/m |
Standard: AISC. Values from the published section tables; dimensions not listed here are not shown rather than estimated.
What does MC8X20 weigh and cost?
MC8X20 weighs 20 lb per foot. At an example material price of $0.92/lb that is about $18.40 per foot. Set your quantity, length, and price to total your own run:
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Related sizes
- MC8X8.58.5 lb/ft
- MC8X18.718.7 lb/ft
- MC8X21.421.4 lb/ft
- MC8X22.822.8 lb/ft
- MC7X19.119.1 lb/ft
- MC6X1818 lb/ft
- MC10X2222 lb/ft
- MC7X22.722.7 lb/ft
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