The W10x60 page provides a concise reference for this W-shape steel section, including its principal dimensions, sectional area, unit weight, and CAD resource.
Use the source data below when comparing steel shapes, preparing drawings, or developing preliminary framing layouts. Final selection and design require project-specific 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 : 259.1 mm
Width : 256.5 mm
Web Thickness : 10.7 mm
Flange Thickness : 17.3 mm
Root Fillet Radius : 12.7 mm
Sectional Area : 114.19 cm2
Unit Weight : 89.6 kg/m
How to read the W10x60 reference data
The listed depth and width describe the overall envelope of the section. These dimensions help drafters and engineers coordinate the shape with surrounding members, plates, connections, and available clearance.
Web thickness describes the thickness of the central web, while flange thickness describes the thickness of the top and bottom flange elements. The web and flanges contribute differently to a member’s behavior, so both should be retained when checking fit, detailing, and design assumptions.
The root fillet radius identifies the curved transition between the web and flange. This detail matters when a connection, plate, cope, stiffener, or other component must fit closely against the shape.
Using the area and unit-weight entries
The listed sectional area is useful for material comparisons and engineering calculations. The unit weight supports quantity takeoffs, shipping estimates, and preliminary dead-load evaluations. These entries should be used with the applicable material specification, loading information, stability checks, connection design, and project requirements.
AISC reference and CAD workflow
The source identifies AISC 360-16 as the governing reference context for the listed information. For drafting or coordination, use the included W10x60 DWG download as a starting point, then confirm units, layer standards, orientation, and project-specific detailing requirements before issuing drawings.
W10x60 FAQ
What type of steel section is the W10x60?
The W10x60 is identified as a W beam, also commonly described as a W-shape. The page lists its principal geometric and weight-related reference data.
What dimensions are provided for the W10x60?
The reference includes overall depth, overall width, web thickness, flange thickness, and root fillet radius, along with sectional area and unit weight.
What is the root fillet radius used for?
The root fillet radius describes the curved transition between the web and flange. It should be considered when checking close-fitting plates, connection components, stiffeners, and other details.
Is a W10x60 suitable for a specific structural application?
Dimensions and unit weight alone do not establish suitability for a structural application. Selection must be verified against material, loading, span, stability, connection, serviceability, and applicable project requirements.
Is a CAD file available for the W10x60?
Yes. The page includes a downloadable DWG resource for the W10x60. Review the drawing in the project’s CAD environment and verify its units and detailing before use.
