W16X57 Dimensions & Weight
W16X57 is an AISC wide-flange (W) shape with an actual depth of 16.43 in and a 7.12 in wide flange, weighing 57 lb per foot — a workhorse size for floor beams and roof framing on commercial jobs.
W16X57 Dimensions
| Property | Imperial | Metric |
|---|---|---|
| Depth (d) | 16.43 in | 417.3 mm |
| Flange width (bf) | 7.12 in | 180.8 mm |
| Cross-section area (A) | 16.8 in² | 108.4 cm² |
| Weight | 57 lb/ft | 84.8 kg/m |
What does W16X57 cost?
At an example material price of $0.92/lb, W16X57 runs about $52.44 per foot, or roughly $1,049 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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