W16X36 Dimensions & Weight

W16X36 is an AISC wide-flange (W) shape with an actual depth of 15.86 in and a 6.99 in wide flange, weighing 36 lb per foot — a workhorse size for floor beams and roof framing on commercial jobs.

W16X36 Dimensions

PropertyImperialMetric
Depth (d)15.86 in402.8 mm
Flange width (bf)6.99 in177.4 mm
Cross-section area (A)10.6 in²68.4 cm²
Weight36 lb/ft53.6 kg/m

What does W16X36 weigh and cost?

W16X36 weighs 36 lb per foot. At an example material price of $0.92/lb that is about $33.12 per foot. Set your quantity, length, and price to total your own run:

Total weight
720 lbs
Material cost
$662.40

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