C3×5 channel

C3×5 weighs 5 lb per foot. Detailing dimensions and section properties below come from the AISC Shapes Database, 16th Edition. Values are shown to the nearest 1/16 in. as they appear on a shop drawing.

Detailing dimensions

Depth (d)3"
Flange width (bf)1 1/2"
Web thickness (tw)1/4"
Avg flange thickness (tf)1/4"
k (detailing)11/16"

Section properties

Weight5 lb/ft
Area (A)1.47 in²
Ix1.85 in⁴
Sx1.23 in³
Zx1.52 in³
rx1.12 in
Iy0.241 in⁴
Sy0.228 in³
Zy0.464 in³
ry0.405 in
J0.0425 in⁴

Detailing values are rounded to the nearest 1/16 in. per the AISC Steel Construction Manual. Verify critical dimensions against the current Manual before fabrication. Need C3×5 cut, formed, or fabricated? Huntington Steel & Supply Co.

Interactive drawing