S5X10 Dimensions & Weight
S5X10 is an AISC American Standard (S) beam with an actual depth of 5 in and a 3 in flange, weighing 10 lb per foot — commonly used for lintels, trimmers, and light framing.
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S5X10 Dimensions
| Property | Imperial | Metric |
|---|---|---|
| Depth (d) | 5 in | 127 mm |
| Flange width (bf) | 3 in | 76.3 mm |
| Cross-section area (A) | 2.94 in² | 19 cm² |
| Weight | 10 lb/ft | 14.9 kg/m |
Standard: AISC. Values from the published section tables; dimensions not listed here are not shown rather than estimated.
What does S5X10 weigh and cost?
S5X10 weighs 10 lb per foot. At an example material price of $0.92/lb that is about $9.20 per foot. Set your quantity, length, and price to total your own run:
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Related sizes
- S4X9.59.5 lb/ft
- S4X7.77.7 lb/ft
- S3X7.57.5 lb/ft
- S6X12.512.5 lb/ft
- S3X5.75.7 lb/ft
- S6X17.2517.25 lb/ft
- S8X18.418.4 lb/ft
- S8X2323 lb/ft
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Deeper reading: AISC Shape Database Guide · How to calculate steel weight