W6×15 wide-flange beam
W6×15 weighs 15 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) | 6" |
| Web thickness (tw) | 1/4" |
| Flange thickness (tf) | 1/4" |
| k (detailing) | 3/4" |
| Workable gage (g) | 3 1/2" |
Section properties
| Weight | 15 lb/ft |
|---|---|
| Area (A) | 4.43 in² |
| Ix | 29.1 in⁴ |
| Sx | 9.72 in³ |
| Zx | 10.8 in³ |
| rx | 2.56 in |
| Iy | 9.32 in⁴ |
| Sy | 3.11 in³ |
| Zy | 4.75 in³ |
| ry | 1.45 in |
| J | 0.101 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 W6×15 cut, formed, or fabricated? Huntington Steel & Supply Co.