U Channel / C Channel Weight per Meter
U channel weight per meter is published as theoretical kg/m for each standard size. Open the U/C sector, read kg/m, multiply by length, or use the U channel calculator.
Author: Iron Metal Editorial — Steel sections specialist
Reviewed by: Iron Metal Technical Team — Catalog & standards review
Find kg/m
- Open U/C section. Browse channels in the steel catalog.
- Select size. Pick depth × flange × thickness matching your spec.
- Read kg/m. Use catalog theoretical value.
- Total weight. kg/m × length (m) × quantity.
Example
UPN 200 at ~25.3 kg/m × 5 m ≈ 126.5 kg per piece (verify in catalog).
FAQ
UPN vs UPE? Different series have different kg/m — match the catalog row to your standard.
Lipped C channel? Use the lipped C calculator for cold-formed profiles.