W36X798 Dimensions & Weight
W36X798 is an AISC wide-flange (W) shape with an actual depth of 40 in and a 17.4 in wide flange, weighing 798 lb per foot — a deep section used for girders, transfer beams, and long-span roof framing.
W36X798 Dimensions
| Property | Imperial | Metric |
|---|---|---|
| Depth (d) | 40 in | 1,016 mm |
| Flange width (bf) | 17.4 in | 442 mm |
| Cross-section area (A) | 235 in² | 1,516.1 cm² |
| Weight | 798 lb/ft | 1,187.6 kg/m |
What does W36X798 cost?
At an example material price of $0.92/lb, W36X798 runs about $734 per foot, or roughly $14,683 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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