AISC MC-Shapes: Dimensions and Section Properties

Browse AISC miscellaneous MC channels by depth and weight. Compare dimensions and section properties in imperial or metric units.

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AISC MC-shape dimensions and section properties in imperial units
Designation Weight (lb/ft) Depth, d (in) Flange width, bf (in) Area (in²) Ix (in⁴) Sx (in³)
MC18x42.7 42.7 18 3.95 12.6 554 61.5
MC18x45.8 45.8 18 4 13.5 578 64.2
MC18x51.9 51.9 18 4.1 15.3 627 69.6
MC18x58 58 18 4.2 17.1 675 75
MC13x31.8 31.8 13 4 9.35 239 36.7
MC13x35 35 13 4.07 10.3 252 38.8
MC13x40 40 13 4.19 11.7 273 41.9
MC13x50 50 13 4.41 14.7 314 48.3
MC12x10.6 10.6 12 1.5 3.1 55.3 9.22
MC12x14.3 14.3 12 2.12 4.18 76.1 12.7
MC12x31 31 12 3.67 9.12 202 33.7
MC12x35 35 12 3.77 10.3 216 36
MC12x40 40 12 3.89 11.8 234 39
MC12x45 45 12 4.01 13.2 251 41.9
MC12x50 50 12 4.14 14.7 269 44.9
MC10x6.5 6.5 10 1.17 1.95 22.9 4.59
MC10x8.4 8.4 10 1.5 2.46 31.9 6.39
MC10x22 22 10 3.32 6.45 102 20.5
MC10x25 25 10 3.41 7.34 110 22
MC10x28.5 28.5 10 3.95 8.37 126 25.3
MC10x33.6 33.6 10 4.1 9.87 139 27.8
MC10x41.1 41.1 10 4.32 12.1 157 31.5
MC9x23.9 23.9 9 3.45 7.02 84.9 18.9
MC9x25.4 25.4 9 3.5 7.47 87.9 19.5
MC8x8.5 8.5 8 1.87 2.5 23.3 5.82
MC8x18.7 18.7 8 2.98 5.5 52.4 13.1
MC8x20 20 8 3.03 5.87 54.4 13.6
MC8x21.4 21.4 8 3.45 6.28 61.5 15.4
MC8x22.8 22.8 8 3.5 6.7 63.8 15.9
MC7x19.1 19.1 7 3.45 5.61 43.1 12.3
MC7x22.7 22.7 7 3.6 6.67 47.4 13.5
MC6x6.5 6.5 6 1.85 1.95 11 3.66
MC6x7 7 6 1.88 2.09 11.4 3.81
MC6x12 12 6 2.5 3.53 18.7 6.24
MC6x15.1 15.1 6 2.94 4.44 24.9 8.3
MC6x15.3 15.3 6 3.5 4.49 25.3 8.44
MC6x16.3 16.3 6 3 4.79 26 8.66
MC6x18 18 6 3.5 5.29 29.7 9.89
MC4x13.8 13.8 4 2.5 4.03 8.85 4.43
MC3x7.1 7.1 3 1.94 2.11 2.72 1.81

Family overview

What are AISC MC Channels?

AISC MC-shapes are miscellaneous channels with a wider range of proportions than standard C-shapes. They follow the depth × weight designation pattern and are useful when a non-standard channel geometry fits the framing or bracing need. Use tabulated dimensions for detailing. This hub filters the finder to MC channels for comparison, charts and calculator handoff.

Designations

Understanding MC Channels designations

MC12×31

MC designations follow the depth × weight pattern, such as MC12×31. Confirm flange and web dimensions in the table before detailing.

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Properties

MC Channels properties explained

These properties are especially relevant when comparing MC Channels. View the complete property glossary.

Symbol Property Units Why it matters
Weight Weight lb/ft, kg/m Mass per unit length; used for self-weight and economy comparisons
d Overall depth in, mm Overall depth and clearance
bf Flange width in, mm Overall flange width and lateral behaviour
tw Web thickness in, mm Web thickness and shear-related behaviour
tf Flange thickness in, mm Flange thickness and flexural/local behaviour
A Cross-sectional area in², mm² Total steel cross-sectional area
Ix Moment of inertia (x) in⁴, mm⁴ Major-axis flexural stiffness
Iy Moment of inertia (y) in⁴, mm⁴ Minor-axis flexural stiffness
Sx Elastic section modulus (x) in³, mm³ Elastic bending property about the x-axis
Sy Elastic section modulus (y) in³, mm³ Elastic bending property about the y-axis
Zx Plastic section modulus (x) in³, mm³ Plastic bending property about the x-axis
Zy Plastic section modulus (y) in³, mm³ Plastic bending property about the y-axis
rx Radius of gyration (x) in, mm Strong-axis radius of gyration
ry Radius of gyration (y) in, mm Weak-axis radius of gyration and lateral stability relevance
J Torsional constant in⁴, mm⁴ Torsional constant
Cw Warping constant in⁶, mm⁶ Warping constant for lateral-torsional behaviour

Library summary

Computed MC Channels summary

The current AISC MC Channels library contains 40 sections across 10 nominal-depth series. Published weights range from 6.50 to 58.00 lb/ft , and actual depths range from 3.00 to 18.00 inches .

Lightest section
MC10X6.5
Heaviest section
MC18X58
Ix range
2.72675.00 in⁴
Sx range
1.8175.00 in³

Selection

How to compare MC Channels

  • Compare MC options against standard C channels of similar depth.
  • Check flange width when connection geometry is constrained.
  • Compare Ix and weight for the intended orientation.
  • Analyze finalists under the same span and loads.

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Source: AISC Shapes Database v16.0 · Verified July 2026 · View methodology

Questions & answers

MC Channels FAQs

What is an AISC MC-shape?

An MC-shape is a miscellaneous channel with proportions outside the American standard C series.

When should I choose MC over C?

When the required flange width, weight or depth is better matched by an MC listing than by a standard C channel. Verify supply and properties.

Can I download an MC size chart?

Yes. Use the family chart controls on this page or in the finder toolbar.

Can I analyze an MC channel in Optimal Beam?

Yes. Select the section and choose Analyze to load its properties into the calculator.