W16X45 Dimensions & Weight
W16X45 is an AISC wide-flange (W) shape with an actual depth of 16.13 in and a 7.04 in wide flange, weighing 45 lb per foot — a workhorse size for floor beams and roof framing on commercial jobs.
W16X45 Dimensions
| Property | Imperial | Metric |
|---|---|---|
| Depth (d) | 16.13 in | 409.7 mm |
| Flange width (bf) | 7.04 in | 178.7 mm |
| Cross-section area (A) | 13.3 in² | 85.8 cm² |
| Weight | 45 lb/ft | 67 kg/m |
What does W16X45 cost?
At an example material price of $0.92/lb, W16X45 runs about $41.40 per foot, or roughly $828 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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