W6×8.5 wide-flange beam
W6×8.5 weighs 8.5 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) | 5 7/8" |
|---|---|
| Flange width (bf) | 4" |
| Web thickness (tw) | 3/16" |
| Flange thickness (tf) | 3/16" |
| k (detailing) | 11/16" |
| Workable gage (g) | 2 1/4" |
Section properties
| Weight | 8.5 lb/ft |
|---|---|
| Area (A) | 2.52 in² |
| Ix | 14.9 in⁴ |
| Sx | 5.1 in³ |
| Zx | 5.73 in³ |
| rx | 2.43 in |
| Iy | 1.99 in⁴ |
| Sy | 1.01 in³ |
| Zy | 1.56 in³ |
| ry | 0.89 in |
| J | 0.0333 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 W6×8.5 cut, formed, or fabricated? Huntington Steel & Supply Co.