The W6x25 is a W beam reference entry for engineers, detailers, fabricators, and students working with structural steel shape data. This page presents the listed dimensions, sectional area, unit weight, AISC 360-16 context, and a downloadable DWG file.
Use the dimensional data for reference and drafting coordination. Design decisions, member selection, connections, and detailing should be checked against the governing project requirements and verified by a qualified 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 : 162.1 mm
Width : 154.4 mm
Web Thickness : 8.1 mm
Flange Thickness : 11.6 mm
Root Fillet Radius : 6.3 mm
Sectional Area : 47.35 cm2
Unit Weight : 37.2 kg/m
How to read the W6x25 reference
The source data identifies the overall depth and width of the shape, along with the web thickness, flange thickness, and root fillet radius. These dimensions help users understand the section profile and coordinate it with drawings, connection details, framing layouts, and fabrication information.
The listed sectional area and unit weight provide reference properties for quantity takeoffs and engineering calculations. They should not be treated as a substitute for the complete section-property data or the requirements of a project-specific design.
Units and reference context
Dimensions are presented in millimeters, sectional area is presented in square centimeters, and unit weight is presented in kilograms per meter. Keeping the units visible is important when transferring values into calculation sheets, BIM models, CAD notes, or material schedules.
The page cites the American Institute of Steel Construction Specification for Structural Steel Buildings, AISC 360-16. Refer to the applicable project documents and governing edition when using this information for design, fabrication, or erection work.
CAD and drafting use
The available DWG download can support drafting and layout workflows. Before issuing drawings, confirm the downloaded geometry, units, layer conventions, and project-specific detailing requirements. Useful related internal references include the W-shape dimensions index, structural steel terminology guide, section-property explanations, and steel connection detailing resources.
W6x25 frequently asked questions
What information is provided for the W6x25?
The reference lists depth, width, web thickness, flange thickness, root fillet radius, sectional area, and unit weight. It also provides AISC 360-16 context and a DWG download.
What units are used for the W6x25 data?
The dimensional entries use millimeters. Sectional area is given in square centimeters, and unit weight is given in kilograms per meter.
Can the DWG file be used directly for final design?
The DWG is a drafting reference. Check its geometry and project settings before use, and verify all design and detailing decisions against the applicable project requirements.
Does this page replace a complete steel design check?
No. The listed values are reference data and do not replace member design, connection design, stability checks, fabrication review, or professional engineering verification.
