The W6x16 is a wide-flange structural steel shape documented here with its principal dimensions, area, unit weight, and AISC reference context. Use this page as a quick reference when reviewing steel framing layouts, connection details, takeoffs, or CAD drawings.
The source data below is the controlling dimensional reference for this page. For design work, confirm the applicable project criteria, material requirements, connection design, and strength checks 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 : 159.5 mm
Width : 102.4 mm
Web Thickness : 6.6 mm
Flange Thickness : 10.3 mm
Root Fillet Radius : 6.3 mm
Sectional Area : 30.58 cm2
Unit Weight : 24 kg/m
How to read the W6x16 reference
The listed depth and width describe the overall envelope of the section. Web thickness and flange thickness identify the principal plate elements that form the W shape, while the root fillet radius describes the transition between the web and flanges.
Sectional area is useful for material takeoffs and for engineering calculations that depend on the amount of steel in the cross-section. The listed unit weight supports estimating and coordination; it should not be treated as a substitute for project-specific design checks.
AISC and drafting context
This reference identifies AISC 360-16 as the governing specification context for the source entry. AISC-related pages, W-shape references, and resources covering steel connections and detailing can help place this section in a broader design workflow.
The downloadable DWG can support layout and drafting coordination. Before issuing drawings, check the drawing scale, insertion units, layer conventions, orientation, and project-specific modeling requirements.
W6x16 frequently asked questions
What information is provided for the W6x16?
The source entry provides the section depth, width, web thickness, flange thickness, root fillet radius, sectional area, and unit weight.
What specification is referenced?
The entry references the American Institute of Steel Construction Specification for Structural Steel Buildings, identified as AISC 360-16.
What is the W6x16 DWG used for?
The DWG is a CAD reference resource for drafting and coordination. Review its geometry and file setup before incorporating it into project documentation.
Can the listed properties be used directly for structural design?
They are reference data from the source entry. Structural design still requires verification of the applicable loads, limit states, material specification, stability, connections, and project requirements by a qualified engineer.
