S3X7.5 Dimensions & Weight
S3X7.5 is an AISC American Standard (S) beam with an actual depth of 3 in and a 2.5 in flange, weighing 7.5 lb per foot — commonly used for lintels, trimmers, and light framing. It is the heaviest of the 2 S3 sizes listed here.
S3X7.5 Dimensions
| Property | Imperial | Metric |
|---|---|---|
| Depth (d) | 3 in | 76.2 mm |
| Flange width (bf) | 2.51 in | 63.7 mm |
| Cross-section area (A) | 2.21 in² | 14.3 cm² |
| Weight | 7.5 lb/ft | 11.2 kg/m |
Standard: AISC. Values from the published section tables; dimensions not listed here are not shown rather than estimated.
What does S3X7.5 weigh and cost?
S3X7.5 weighs 7.5 lb per foot. At an example material price of $0.92/lb that is about $6.90 per foot. Set your quantity, length, and price to total your own run:
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