W14X159 Dimensions & Weight
W14X159 is an AISC wide-flange (W) shape with an actual depth of 14.98 in and a 15.57 in wide flange, weighing 159 lb per foot — a workhorse size for floor beams and roof framing on commercial jobs.
W14X159 Dimensions
| Property | Imperial | Metric |
|---|---|---|
| Depth (d) | 14.98 in | 380.5 mm |
| Flange width (bf) | 15.57 in | 395.4 mm |
| Cross-section area (A) | 46.7 in² | 301.3 cm² |
| Weight | 159 lb/ft | 236.6 kg/m |
What does W14X159 cost?
At an example material price of $0.92/lb, W14X159 runs about $146 per foot, or roughly $2,926 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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