W18X60 Dimensions & Weight
W18X60 is an AISC wide-flange (W) shape with an actual depth of 18.24 in and a 7.56 in wide flange, weighing 60 lb per foot — a workhorse size for floor beams and roof framing on commercial jobs.
W18X60 Dimensions
| Property | Imperial | Metric |
|---|---|---|
| Depth (d) | 18.24 in | 463.3 mm |
| Flange width (bf) | 7.56 in | 191.9 mm |
| Cross-section area (A) | 17.6 in² | 113.5 cm² |
| Weight | 60 lb/ft | 89.3 kg/m |
What does W18X60 cost?
At an example material price of $0.92/lb, W18X60 runs about $55.20 per foot, or roughly $1,104 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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