W14X53 Dimensions & Weight
W14X53 is an AISC wide-flange (W) shape with an actual depth of 13.92 in and a 8.06 in wide flange, weighing 53 lb per foot — a workhorse size for floor beams and roof framing on commercial jobs.
W14X53 Dimensions
| Property | Imperial | Metric |
|---|---|---|
| Depth (d) | 13.92 in | 353.6 mm |
| Flange width (bf) | 8.06 in | 204.7 mm |
| Cross-section area (A) | 15.6 in² | 100.6 cm² |
| Weight | 53 lb/ft | 78.9 kg/m |
What does W14X53 cost?
At an example material price of $0.92/lb, W14X53 runs about $48.76 per foot, or roughly $975 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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