The W36x160 is a wide-flange structural steel section identified by its W-shape designation. This reference brings together the source dimensions, section area, unit weight, and fabrication-detailing resource for the shape.
Use the technical values below as a section-reference starting point, then verify applicable material requirements, connection details, and design assumptions against the project documents and the cited AISC Specification. For related terminology, see the site’s references on W-shapes, steel section properties, and structural steel designations.
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 : 914.4 mm
Width : 304.8 mm
Web Thickness : 16.5 mm
Flange Thickness : 25.9 mm
Root Fillet Radius : 19 mm
Sectional Area : 303.23 cm2
Unit Weight : 238 kg/m
How to use this W36x160 reference
The listed depth, width, web thickness, flange thickness, and root fillet radius describe the principal geometry of the section. These dimensions are useful when checking clearances, preparing connection details, coordinating drawings, or comparing the shape with other wide-flange sections.
The sectional area and unit weight support quantity takeoffs and general reference work. They should not be treated as a complete design-property set or as a direct indication of member strength. Design resistance also depends on factors such as unbraced length, loading, support conditions, material specification, connection behavior, and the applicable design checks.
Drafting and CAD reference
The linked DWG file can support preliminary drafting and steel-detailing workflows. Before issuing drawings for fabrication, confirm the drawing scale, units, layer conventions, section orientation, and any project-specific detailing requirements. Coordinate the CAD geometry with the governing structural calculations and approved design documents.
Related steel reference topics
- W-shape terminology: review how wide-flange sections are identified and compared.
- Section properties: learn how geometric properties are used in member design and detailing.
- Steel connections: connect section geometry with bolts, welds, plates, and fit-up requirements.
- CAD and DWG resources: find additional shape files for layout and coordination.
W36x160 FAQ
What type of section is W36x160?
W36x160 is a W-shaped, or wide-flange, structural steel beam designation. The source content provides its principal geometry, sectional area, and unit weight.
Can the listed dimensions be used directly for structural design?
They can support preliminary reference and detailing, but final design requires the applicable specification, material information, load effects, stability checks, connection design, and professional engineering review.
Does unit weight indicate the beam’s load capacity?
No. Unit weight describes the mass distributed along the member. Load capacity depends on geometry, material, restraint, loading, limit states, and design assumptions.
What is the DWG download used for?
The DWG resource is intended to assist CAD layout, coordination, and steel-detailing tasks. Review the file before use to confirm that it matches the project’s drafting requirements.
Which specification is cited for this reference?
The source cites the American Institute of Steel Construction specification identified in the technical content. Always confirm the governing project specification and any required amendments before design or fabrication.
