Concrete Channel Weight Calculator

Summary

Enter the flange width, total height, wall thickness, and length of a concrete C-channel to instantly calculate its weight in kg or lb.

How it works

1. Enter the total flange width (B) of the C-channel cross-section.
2. Enter the total height (H) of the section.
3. Enter the wall thickness (t) — applied to both vertical webs and the bottom flange.
4. Enter the total length of the channel member.
5. Select metric or imperial units — results update to match.
6. The calculator computes the net cross-sectional area, then multiplies by length and density to give total weight and linear weight per unit length.

Use cases

• Estimate dead load of precast concrete U-channel drainage or structural members.
• Calculate transport and crane lifting weight for concrete channel sections.
• Verify supplier weight specifications for precast channel stock.
• Plan crane and rigging capacity for hoisting concrete channel beams.
• Compute material quantities for cost estimation in precast concrete fabrication.
• Compare different wall thicknesses to optimize section weight vs. structural capacity.
• Quick field estimation for construction scheduling and logistics.
• Structural design load calculations for concrete U-channel framing.

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