The W10x45 is a wide-flange structural steel profile listed in the SteelSTD W-shape reference. This page presents the source dimensions, sectional area, unit weight, and related CAD resource in one place.
Use the values in the technical reference below when checking a drawing, comparing W-shapes, or preparing a preliminary steel takeoff. For design work, confirm the applicable project requirements, material specification, connection details, and engineering checks.
W Beam
refer to : AISC 16
the American Institute of Steel Construction (AISC) Specification for Structural Steel Buildings (AISC 360-16), which is the 2016 edition of the AISC Specification for Structural Steel Buildings. It provides guidelines and requirements for the design, fabrication, and erection of steel structures in the United States.
Depth : 256.5 mm
Width : 203.7 mm
Web Thickness : 8.9 mm
Flange Thickness : 15.7 mm
Root Fillet Radius : 12.7 mm
Sectional Area : 85.81 cm2
Unit Weight : 67.4 kg/m
How to use the W10x45 reference
The profile designation identifies the W-shape entry, while the listed dimensions describe its overall depth, flange width, web thickness, flange thickness, and root fillet radius. These measurements help engineers and detailers coordinate member geometry with framing layouts, plates, connections, and clearances.
The sectional area is useful when reviewing section-property data and estimating material quantities. The listed unit weight, expressed in kg/m, can support mass estimates for member schedules, shipping information, and preliminary takeoffs. Do not infer unlisted properties from the designation; use the authoritative section-property data required for the project.
AISC reference and drafting resource
The source identifies AISC 360-16, the 2016 edition of the AISC Specification for Structural Steel Buildings. That reference provides the broader framework for structural steel design, fabrication, and erection in the United States. The specification reference does not replace project-specific design verification.
For drafting and coordination, download the W10x45 DWG file provided below. Related SteelSTD resources on W-shape dimensions, section properties, steel terminology, and connection detailing can help place this profile within a broader structural steel workflow.
W10x45 FAQ
What type of section is W10x45?
W10x45 is identified in the source as a W beam, also called a wide-flange structural steel shape.
Which dimensions are provided for W10x45?
The reference lists depth, width, web thickness, flange thickness, and root fillet radius, along with sectional area and unit weight.
What does the AISC 360-16 reference indicate?
It identifies the 2016 edition of the AISC Specification for Structural Steel Buildings, which addresses design, fabrication, and erection requirements for steel structures in the United States.
Is a DWG file available for W10x45?
Yes. The source includes a downloadable W10x45 DWG resource for CAD drafting and detailing workflows.
Can the listed dimensions alone be used for structural design?
No. The dimensions are reference data. Structural design also requires the applicable material, loading, stability, connection, serviceability, and project requirements to be evaluated by a qualified engineer.
