MC8X8.5 Dimensions & Weight
MC8X8.5 is an AISC miscellaneous channel with a nominal depth of 8 in, weighing 8.5 lb per foot — commonly used for stair stringers, lintels, trimmers, and edge framing. It is the lightest of the 5 MC8 sizes listed here.
MC8X8.5 Dimensions
| Property | Imperial | Metric |
|---|---|---|
| Nominal depthfrom the designation | 8 in | 203.2 mm |
| Cross-section area (A)computed from weight and steel density | 2.5 in² | 16.1 cm² |
| Weight | 8.5 lb/ft | 12.6 kg/m |
Standard: AISC. Values from the published section tables; dimensions not listed here are not shown rather than estimated.
What does MC8X8.5 weigh and cost?
MC8X8.5 weighs 8.5 lb per foot. At an example material price of $0.92/lb that is about $7.82 per foot. Set your quantity, length, and price to total your own run:
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