W6×12 wide-flange beam
W6×12 weighs 12 lb per foot. Detailing dimensions and section properties below come from the AISC Shapes Database, 16th Edition. Values are shown to the nearest 1/16 in. as they appear on a shop drawing.
Detailing dimensions
| Depth (d) | 6" |
|---|---|
| Flange width (bf) | 4" |
| Web thickness (tw) | 1/4" |
| Flange thickness (tf) | 1/4" |
| k (detailing) | 3/4" |
| Workable gage (g) | 2 1/4" |
Section properties
| Weight | 12 lb/ft |
|---|---|
| Area (A) | 3.55 in² |
| Ix | 22.1 in⁴ |
| Sx | 7.31 in³ |
| Zx | 8.3 in³ |
| rx | 2.49 in |
| Iy | 2.99 in⁴ |
| Sy | 1.5 in³ |
| Zy | 2.32 in³ |
| ry | 0.918 in |
| J | 0.0903 in⁴ |
Detailing values are rounded to the nearest 1/16 in. per the AISC Steel Construction Manual. Verify critical dimensions against the current Manual before fabrication. Need W6×12 cut, formed, or fabricated? Huntington Steel & Supply Co.