The W14x43 is a wide-flange structural steel shape listed in the W-shape reference data below. This page brings together its dimensional properties, sectional area, unit weight, applicable AISC reference, and a downloadable DWG resource.
Use the listed values when reviewing steel member schedules, preliminary layouts, connection details, and CAD drawings. For design work, confirm that the selected section, material, connection configuration, and applicable project requirements are evaluated by a qualified engineer.
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 : 348 mm
Width : 203.2 mm
Web Thickness : 7.7 mm
Flange Thickness : 13.5 mm
Root Fillet Radius : 15 mm
Sectional Area : 81.29 cm2
Unit Weight : 63.8 kg/m
How to read the W14x43 reference
The source data identifies the shape as a W beam and reports the overall depth and width, web and flange thicknesses, root fillet radius, sectional area, and unit weight. Together, these measurements describe the section’s geometry and provide reference information for estimating steel quantities and coordinating details.
The dimensional entries are useful when checking clearances, framing layouts, bearing conditions, copes, stiffeners, and connection geometry. The sectional area and unit weight support material takeoffs and general comparison work, but they do not by themselves establish design strength, deflection performance, or connection capacity.
AISC reference and drawing workflow
The page cites AISC 360-16, the 2016 AISC Specification for Structural Steel Buildings. Treat that reference as the governing source identified by the original page, and verify the applicable project documents and currently adopted requirements before using the information for a live design.
The linked DWG file can support drafting and coordination workflows. Before incorporating downloaded geometry into production documents, compare it with the authoritative dimensional data and check units, layer conventions, orientation, and any project-specific detailing requirements.
Related steel reference topics
- W-shapes: compare wide-flange terminology and dimensional listings across structural steel sections.
- Section properties: review how area and geometric properties are used during member selection and analysis.
- Steel connections and detailing: coordinate member geometry with bolts, welds, plates, stiffeners, and clearances.
- CAD and DWG resources: use downloadable shape files as drafting aids rather than as a substitute for design verification.
W14x43 FAQ
What type of section is the W14x43?
The source identifies it as a W beam, also called a wide-flange structural steel shape.
What information is provided for the W14x43?
The reference lists depth, width, web thickness, flange thickness, root fillet radius, sectional area, and unit weight. It also identifies the AISC reference and provides a DWG download.
Can the W14x43 DWG be used directly for structural design?
The DWG is a drafting and coordination resource. It should be checked against the authoritative section data and project requirements; member and connection design still require appropriate engineering verification.
