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

PropertyImperialMetric
Depth (d)16.13 in409.7 mm
Flange width (bf)7.04 in178.7 mm
Cross-section area (A)13.3 in²85.8 cm²
Weight45 lb/ft67 kg/m

What does W16X45 weigh and cost?

W16X45 weighs 45 lb per foot. At an example material price of $0.92/lb that is about $41.40 per foot. Set your quantity, length, and price to total your own run:

Total weight
900 lbs
Material cost
$828.00

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