The W16x89 is a wide-flange structural steel beam designation used to identify a specific W-shape section. This reference provides the listed dimensions, sectional area, unit weight, and a CAD download for drafting and engineering workflows.
Use the source values below as the local reference for this section. For design work, confirm material specifications, loading, unbraced length, connections, and applicable project requirements with the responsible 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 : 426.7 mm
Width : 264.2 mm
Web Thickness : 13.3 mm
Flange Thickness : 22.2 mm
Root Fillet Radius : 10.3 mm
Sectional Area : 169.03 cm2
Unit Weight : 132.7 kg/m
Understanding the W16x89 designation
The W designation identifies a wide-flange beam. The complete section designation distinguishes this shape from other W-shapes and should be retained when searching section tables, preparing drawings, or coordinating structural details.
How to read the section data
The listed depth, width, web thickness, flange thickness, and root fillet radius describe the basic rolled geometry of the section. These dimensions are useful when checking clearances, modeling the profile, detailing framing interfaces, and coordinating connection components.
Sectional area describes the amount of steel in the cross-section, while unit weight supports material takeoffs and weight coordination. Neither value alone establishes the allowable capacity of a member; structural checks must account for the applicable design method, loading, restraints, material, and connection conditions.
Reference standard and CAD resource
The source identifies the American Institute of Steel Construction Specification for Structural Steel Buildings (AISC 360-16) as the referenced specification for steel building design, fabrication, and erection in the United States. Consult the project documents and current governing requirements before relying on any standard reference.
A DWG file is available for the W16x89 profile. The CAD resource can support drafting and layout work, but the downloaded geometry should be checked against the project’s required section data before fabrication or construction use.
W16x89 frequently asked questions
What type of section is W16x89?
W16x89 is a W-shape, also called a wide-flange beam section. Its designation identifies the specific section used in the reference data.
What information is provided for W16x89?
The reference lists the section depth, width, web thickness, flange thickness, root fillet radius, sectional area, and unit weight. It also provides a DWG download.
Does the W16x89 designation determine its structural capacity?
No. Capacity depends on the design standard, steel material, loading, support and restraint conditions, limit states, and connection details. A qualified engineer must verify the member for its intended application.
Can the W16x89 DWG be used directly for fabrication?
The DWG is a drafting reference. Verify its geometry, units, tolerances, project requirements, and connection details before using it for fabrication or construction documentation.
Which specification is referenced for this section?
The source references AISC 360-16, the American Institute of Steel Construction Specification for Structural Steel Buildings. Project-specific requirements and applicable current provisions should also be reviewed.
