MS Channel Weight Calculator – ISMC Weight per Metre
Calculate the weight of MS steel channels (ISMC) per metre and for any total length. All standard ISMC sizes as per IS 808 are included. Used by structural engineers, fabricators, and contractors across India.
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ISMC Weight Table (IS 808)
ISMC 75
5.02 kg/m
ISMC 100
7.14 kg/m
ISMC 125
9.56 kg/m
ISMC 150
10.4 kg/m
ISMC 200
18.7 kg/m
ISMC 250
25.9 kg/m
ISMC 300
30.4 kg/m
ISMC 400
45.7 kg/m
Custom Channel Weight: Area = Depth×Web_t + 2×(Flange_w×Flange_t) Weight (kg/m) = Area (mm²) × 7850 / 1,000,000
ISMC 150, 6m length, 10 pieces: Weight/m = 10.4 kg/m Total = 10.4 × 6 × 10 = 624 kg
Frequently Asked Questions
ISMC stands for Indian Standard Medium Weight Channel. It is a C-shaped steel section manufactured as per IS 808 standard in India. Commonly used in industrial structures, purlins, and secondary members.
ISMC 150 (150×75mm) weighs 10.4 kg per metre as per IS 808. For a 6-metre standard length: 10.4 × 6 = 62.4 kg per bar.
ISMC (Medium Weight Channel) has thicker flanges and webs compared to ISLC (Light Weight Channel). ISMC is used for structural applications while ISLC is used where lighter sections suffice.