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
| Property | Imperial | Metric |
|---|---|---|
| Depth (d) | 15.86 in | 402.8 mm |
| Flange width (bf) | 6.99 in | 177.4 mm |
| Cross-section area (A) | 10.6 in² | 68.4 cm² |
| Weight | 36 lb/ft | 53.6 kg/m |
What does W16X36 cost?
At an example material price of $0.92/lb, W16X36 runs about $33.12 per foot, or roughly $662 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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