WT6X8 Dimensions & Weight

WT6X8 is an AISC structural tee with a nominal depth of 6 in, weighing 8 lb per foot — commonly used for truss chords, hangers, and lintels.

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WT6X8 Dimensions

PropertyImperialMetric
Nominal depthfrom the designation6 in152.4 mm
Cross-section area (A)computed from weight and steel density2.35 in²15.2 cm²
Weight8 lb/ft11.9 kg/m

Standard: AISC. Values from the published section tables; dimensions not listed here are not shown rather than estimated.

What does WT6X8 weigh and cost?

WT6X8 weighs 8 lb per foot. At an example material price of $0.92/lb that is about $7.36 per foot. Set your quantity, length, and price to total your own run:

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Total weight
160 lbs
Material cost
$147.20

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