W12X96 Dimensions & Weight
W12X96 is an AISC wide-flange (W) shape with an actual depth of 12.71 in and a 12.16 in wide flange, weighing 96 lb per foot — a workhorse size for floor beams and roof framing on commercial jobs.
W12X96 Dimensions
| Property | Imperial | Metric |
|---|---|---|
| Depth (d) | 12.71 in | 322.8 mm |
| Flange width (bf) | 12.16 in | 308.9 mm |
| Cross-section area (A) | 28.2 in² | 181.9 cm² |
| Weight | 96 lb/ft | 142.9 kg/m |
What does W12X96 cost?
At an example material price of $0.92/lb, W12X96 runs about $88.32 per foot, or roughly $1,766 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.
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