Channel Beam Calculator

Calculate section properties and weight for C-channel beams

Depth (inches)

Flange Width (inches)

Web Thickness (inches)

Flange Thickness (inches)

Length (feet)

Quantity

Material

Cross-Sectional Area:3.538 in²

Centroid (from back):0.738 in

Ix (Strong Axis):37.64 in⁴

Iy (Weak Axis):1.53 in⁴

Sx (Section Modulus):9.41 in³

Sy (Section Modulus):0.87 in³

rx (Radius of Gyration):3.262 in

ry (Radius of Gyration):0.658 in

Weight per Foot:12.04 lbs/ft

Total Weight:120.40 lbs

Total Weight (Metric):54.61 kg

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