M Shapes - M12x10.8

M shapes are doubly-symmetric, I-shaped sections that fall outside the standard W and S weight/depth series — typically lighter and often smaller than the lightest available W shape at a comparable depth. They're specified for light-frame construction, secondary framing members, and miscellaneous structural applications where a full W-shape section would be heavier than the load actually requires. Because the M series fills gaps the W and S series don't cover, it's a useful option whenever a project needs an economical, lightweight I-shaped member — mezzanine framing, light equipment platforms, and similar low-load structural work.

Dimensions

PropertyValue
Nominal Weight10.8
Depth of Section12.0
Width of Section3.07
Web Thickness0.16
Flange Thickness0.21
Kdet Dimension0.5625
T Dimension10.875

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Section Properties

PropertyValue
Ix66.7
Zx13.2
Sx11.1
rx4.58
Iy1.01
Zy1.07
Sy0.661
ry0.564
J0.0393
Cw35
rts0.732
ho11.8

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