W10X49 Dimensions & Weight
W10X49 is an AISC wide-flange (W) shape with an actual depth of 9.98 in and a 10 in wide flange, weighing 49 lb per foot — a common size for light floor framing, mezzanines, and residential beams.
W10X49 Dimensions
| Property | Imperial | Metric |
|---|---|---|
| Depth (d) | 9.98 in | 253.5 mm |
| Flange width (bf) | 10 in | 254 mm |
| Cross-section area (A) | 14.4 in² | 92.9 cm² |
| Weight | 49 lb/ft | 72.9 kg/m |
What does W10X49 cost?
At an example material price of $0.92/lb, W10X49 runs about $45.08 per foot, or roughly $902 for a 20-ft length.
Example pricing only. Actual steel pricing varies by region, grade, quantity, and market conditions — use your own supplier numbers for real bids.
Counting W10X49s off a drawing set by hand? SteelFlo finds every steel label on your PDF automatically — 3 takeoffs free.
Related sizes
Deeper reading: Wide-Flange Beam Sizes: The Complete Guide · How to calculate steel weight