The W30x211 is a W-shape structural steel section referenced to AISC 360-16. This page provides the published section dimensions and properties, along with a DWG resource for drafting and coordination.
Use the technical values below as the local reference for this shape. For design work, confirm the applicable material specification, load effects, connection details, stability requirements, and project design criteria 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 : 784.9 mm
Width : 383.5 mm
Web Thickness : 19.7 mm
Flange Thickness : 33.5 mm
Root Fillet Radius : 19.8 mm
Sectional Area : 401.93 cm2
Unit Weight : 315.5 kg/m
How to read the W30x211 reference
The listed depth and width describe the overall envelope of the section. Web thickness and flange thickness help identify the proportions of the web and flanges, while the root fillet radius describes the curved transition between those elements. These details are important when checking clearances, connection geometry, detailing, and compatibility with adjacent components.
Sectional area is a cross-sectional property used in analysis and quantity calculations. Unit weight is useful for estimating member dead load, handling requirements, shipping information, and preliminary material takeoffs. It should not be treated as a substitute for a complete structural design check.
AISC reference and drafting use
The source identifies AISC 360-16, the AISC Specification for Structural Steel Buildings, as the governing reference for the listed shape information. The specification provides a broader framework for the design, fabrication, and erection of steel structures; project requirements and engineering judgment still determine how a section is selected and detailed.
For drawing production, the available DWG file can support CAD layout, framing studies, and coordination. Check the downloaded geometry against the project’s required section orientation, connection clearances, detailing conventions, and fabrication information before issuing drawings.
Related steel-shape resources
- Compare this section with other W-shape dimensions when reviewing depth, width, thickness, and area.
- Use the site’s steel section properties resources to understand how tabulated properties support structural calculations.
- Review steel connection and detailing concepts before applying a shape in a connection or fabrication drawing.
- Explore the CAD and DWG reference resources for additional drafting support.
Frequently asked questions
What is the W30x211?
W30x211 is the designation of a wide-flange structural steel shape in the referenced AISC W-shape data.
Which standard is referenced for this section?
The source references AISC 360-16, the 2016 edition of the AISC Specification for Structural Steel Buildings.
What information is provided for the W30x211?
The reference lists overall dimensions, web and flange thicknesses, root fillet radius, sectional area, and unit weight.
Is the listed unit weight enough to design a member?
No. Unit weight supports dead-load and material estimates, but member design also requires project loading, boundary conditions, material information, stability checks, connections, and applicable design requirements.
Where can I get a CAD file for the W30x211?
A DWG download is provided with the source content. Review the file and verify its geometry and detailing suitability before using it in issued project documents.
