W36X487 Dimensions & Weight

W36X487 is an AISC wide-flange (W) shape with an actual depth of 39.3 in and a 17.1 in wide flange, weighing 487 lb per foot — a deep section used for girders, transfer beams, and long-span roof framing.

W36X487 Dimensions

PropertyImperialMetric
Depth (d)39.3 in998.2 mm
Flange width (bf)17.1 in434.3 mm
Cross-section area (A)143 in²922.6 cm²
Weight487 lb/ft724.7 kg/m

What does W36X487 weigh and cost?

W36X487 weighs 487 lb per foot. At an example material price of $0.92/lb that is about $448.04 per foot. Set your quantity, length, and price to total your own run:

Total weight
9,740 lbs(4.87 tons)
Material cost
$8,960.80

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