W36x256 Dimensions
The steel beam dimensions for the W36x256 section can be seen in the table. The depth of the section is 37.4 in. The width of the section is 12.2 in.
| Dimension | Value |
|---|---|
| Depth | 37.4 in |
| Top Width | 12.2 in |
| Top Thickness | 1.73 in |
| Bottom Width | 12.2 in |
| Bottom Thickness | 1.73 in |
| Web Thickness | 0.96 in |
| Fillet Radius | 0.75 in |
W36x256 Section Properties
The W36x256 section has an area of 75.3in2. The below table outlines the W36x256 section properties including the torsion constant as well as moment of inertia and plastic modulus properties.
| A | J | Iyp | Izp | Alpha | Cy | Cz | Iw | Plastic Mod Yp | Plastic Mod Xp |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 75.3 in2 | 52.9 in4 | 528 in4 | 16800 in4 | 0 deg | 0 in | 0 in | 168000 in6 | 137 in3 | 1040 in3 |
Materials and Design Standards W36x256
This section is typically designed using the design standard AISC 360-16 LRFD and is manufactured using a hot rolled process as it is a steel section.
