W8X10 Dimensions & Weight
W8X10 is an AISC wide-flange (W) shape with an actual depth of 7.89 in and a 3.94 in wide flange, weighing 10 lb per foot — a shallow section typical for lintels, stub columns, and light residential framing. It is the lightest of the 13 W8 sizes listed here.
W8X10 Dimensions
| Property | Imperial | Metric |
|---|---|---|
| Depth (d) | 7.89 in | 200.4 mm |
| Flange width (bf) | 3.94 in | 100.1 mm |
| Cross-section area (A) | 2.96 in² | 19.1 cm² |
| Weight | 10 lb/ft | 14.9 kg/m |
What does W8X10 cost?
At an example material price of $0.92/lb, W8X10 runs about $9.20 per foot, or roughly $184 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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