W8×48 wide-flange beam
W8×48 weighs 48 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) | 8 1/2" |
|---|---|
| Flange width (bf) | 8 1/8" |
| Web thickness (tw) | 3/8" |
| Flange thickness (tf) | 11/16" |
| k (detailing) | 1 3/8" |
| Workable gage (g) | 5 1/2" |
Section properties
| Weight | 48 lb/ft |
|---|---|
| Area (A) | 14.1 in² |
| Ix | 184 in⁴ |
| Sx | 43.2 in³ |
| Zx | 49 in³ |
| rx | 3.61 in |
| Iy | 60.9 in⁴ |
| Sy | 15 in³ |
| Zy | 22.9 in³ |
| ry | 2.08 in |
| J | 1.96 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 W8×48 cut, formed, or fabricated? Huntington Steel & Supply Co.