MC8×20 MC channel
MC8×20 weighs 20 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) | 8" |
|---|---|
| Flange width (bf) | 3" |
| Web thickness (tw) | 3/8" |
| Avg flange thickness (tf) | 1/2" |
| k (detailing) | 1 1/8" |
Section properties
| Weight | 20 lb/ft |
|---|---|
| Area (A) | 5.87 in² |
| Ix | 54.4 in⁴ |
| Sx | 13.6 in³ |
| Zx | 16.4 in³ |
| rx | 3.04 in |
| Iy | 4.42 in⁴ |
| Sy | 2.02 in³ |
| Zy | 3.86 in³ |
| ry | 0.867 in |
| J | 0.441 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 MC8×20 cut, formed, or fabricated? Huntington Steel & Supply Co.