The W36x232 is a W-shape steel beam listed with dimensional and section data referenced to AISC 360-16. This page brings the source values together for engineers, detailers, fabricators, and CAD users checking a wide-flange section during steel layout and documentation.
Use the technical block below as the controlling local reference for the section dimensions, sectional area, unit weight, and other listed properties. For design decisions, confirm material requirements, connection details, stability conditions, and applicable project 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 : 942.3 mm
Width : 307.3 mm
Web Thickness : 22.1 mm
Flange Thickness : 39.9 mm
Root Fillet Radius : 19 mm
Sectional Area : 438.71 cm2
Unit Weight : 344.4 kg/m
W36x232 section reference
The listed properties describe the physical geometry of the W36x232, including its depth, flange width, web thickness, flange thickness, root fillet radius, sectional area, and unit weight. These values support coordination between structural calculations, design drawings, fabrication documents, and material takeoffs.
How to use the listed dimensions
Section dimensions are useful when checking framing clearances, aligning beam and column geometry, coordinating connections, and preparing shop or erection drawings. The root fillet is part of the rolled shape and should be considered when detailing plates, seats, stiffeners, copes, and other components that meet the beam profile.
The sectional area and unit weight provide reference information for estimating steel quantity and reviewing gravity-load documentation. They do not, by themselves, establish allowable loads, span limits, deflection performance, or connection capacity. Those checks depend on the complete structural design and applicable project requirements.
AISC reference and CAD resource
The source identifies this section with the AISC Specification for Structural Steel Buildings (AISC 360-16). Readers comparing this page with other W-shape dimensions should verify that the same reference basis and units are being used.
The linked DWG resource can help with drafting and model coordination. Treat CAD geometry as a reference for representation and detailing; verify critical dimensions against the authoritative section data before fabrication or construction.
W36x232 FAQ
What type of section is W36x232?
W36x232 is a W-shape, commonly described as a wide-flange structural steel beam. The page provides its listed geometry and section data for reference and coordination.
What information is provided for W36x232?
The source lists depth, width, web thickness, flange thickness, root fillet radius, sectional area, and unit weight. It also identifies the AISC reference used for the data.
Can these values be used to select a beam for a project?
The listed values are useful for preliminary reference and coordination, but they are not a complete member-selection check. Final selection requires engineering review of loads, span, support conditions, stability, deflection, material, connections, and applicable project requirements.
Is a DWG file available for W36x232?
Yes. The source includes a DWG download link for the W36x232 section. Confirm the CAD geometry against the listed technical data before using it for fabrication or construction documentation.
