The W14x132 is a W-shape steel section reference for engineers, detailers, fabricators, and students working with structural steel. This page presents the section dimensions and identification data provided in the source, together with context for the referenced AISC specification.
Use the dimensional data when reviewing layouts, connection details, and CAD drawings. For broader terminology, compare this entry with the site’s references on W-shapes, steel section properties, and structural steel connections.
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 : 373.4 mm
Width : 373.4 mm
Web Thickness : 16.4 mm
Flange Thickness : 26.2 mm
Root Fillet Radius : 15.2 mm
Sectional Area : 250.32 cm2
Unit Weight : 196.5 kg/m
Understanding the W14x132 reference
The source identifies this member as a W Beam and refers to the American Institute of Steel Construction (AISC) Specification for Structural Steel Buildings (AISC 360-16). That specification provides a design, fabrication, and erection framework for steel structures in the United States; it does not replace project-specific engineering review.
How to use the listed properties
The reference lists depth, width, web thickness, flange thickness, root fillet radius, sectional area, and unit weight. These properties describe the physical section and support coordination between design drawings, fabrication documents, and detailing software. Keep the units shown in the source when transferring values into calculations or CAD metadata.
Section dimensions and unit weight should not be treated as a complete design check. Member resistance, stability, connection behavior, material specification, load effects, and serviceability requirements must be evaluated by a qualified engineer using the applicable project criteria.
DWG download and drafting use
The downloadable DWG can help with preliminary drafting and model coordination. Verify the drawing against the authoritative project information before fabrication, and review related resources on CAD standards, steel detailing, and connection design for workflow guidance.
Frequently asked questions
What is the W14x132?
W14x132 is the designation used for this W-shape steel beam reference. The page provides its listed dimensions, sectional area, unit weight, and related drafting resource.
What information is included for this section?
The source includes depth, width, web thickness, flange thickness, root fillet radius, sectional area, and unit weight. Values are presented in the units shown in the reference.
What does the AISC 360-16 reference mean?
It identifies the AISC Specification for Structural Steel Buildings, 2016 edition, as the referenced framework for steel-building design, fabrication, and erection information.
Can the DWG be used for fabrication?
The DWG is useful as a drafting and coordination reference. It should be checked against project drawings, approved section data, and the engineer’s requirements before fabrication or construction use.
