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Steel WeightCalculator

Calculate weight of steel plates, beams, bars, and structural shapes. Estimate material costs for steel fabrication projects.

Metal Weight Calculation

Weight & Cost

Total Weight817lbs
Total Cost$694

Material Summary

Volume1.67 ft³
Surface Area40 ft²
Weight per Foot81.7 lb/ft
Metric (kg)371 kg
Scrap Value (~30%)$208

Material Densities

  • Steel: 490 lb/ft³
  • Aluminum: 169 lb/ft³
  • Stainless: 500 lb/ft³
  • Copper: 556 lb/ft³

Common Steel Shapes

  • W-beams: Wide flange
  • C-channels: Standard
  • Angles: L-shape
  • Flat bar: Rectangular

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