W14X38 Dimensions & Weight
W14X38 is an AISC wide-flange (W) shape with an actual depth of 14.1 in and a 6.77 in wide flange, weighing 38 lb per foot — a workhorse size for floor beams and roof framing on commercial jobs.
W14X38 Dimensions
| Property | Imperial | Metric |
|---|---|---|
| Depth (d) | 14.1 in | 358.1 mm |
| Flange width (bf) | 6.77 in | 172 mm |
| Cross-section area (A) | 11.2 in² | 72.3 cm² |
| Weight | 38 lb/ft | 56.6 kg/m |
What does W14X38 cost?
At an example material price of $0.92/lb, W14X38 runs about $34.96 per foot, or roughly $699 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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