Download the Latest W beam Specifications and Dimensions.
W12x26 Dimensions Wide Flangel Steel Beam
Wide flange steel beam is a standard American W-shape H beam manufactured in full compliance with ASTM A992, ASTM A572 Gr50 and ASTM A36 standards. Featuring optimized cross-section design, high structural rigidity, lightweight and excellent load-bearing capacity, this W12x26 steel beam is one of the most versatile structural steel profiles for commercial construction, industrial framing, floor support, and general structural projects across North America, Southeast Asia and global engineering markets.
| Item | Specification |
| Product | Wide Flange Beam |
| Standard | ASTM A36/A572/A992 |
| Steel Type | Structural Carbon Steel |
| Available Sizes | W12x65, W12x50, W12x26, W12x22 |
| Shape | W / Wide Flange |
| Surface | Black / Mill Finish |
| Length | Standard 6 m / 12 m, Custom Length Available |
| Manufacturing | Hot Rolled |
| Application | Building, Bridge, Warehouse, Industrial Structure |
| Inspection | MTC / Third-Party Inspection Available |
Technical Data
| Chemical Composition (Heat Analysis, Max %) | ||||||
| Steel Grade | C | Mn | Si | P | S | Nb+V |
| ASTM A992 | ≤0.23 | 0.50–1.50 | ≤0.40 | ≤0.035 | ≤0.045 | ≤0.15 |
| ASTM A572 Gr50 | ≤0.23 | ≤1.35 | 0.15–0.40 | ≤0.040 | ≤0.050 | Micro-alloyed |
| ASTM A36 | ≤0.26 | 0.80–1.20 | ≤0.40 | ≤0.030 | ≤0.030 | — |
| Mechanical Properties (Static Performance Standard) | ||||
| Steel Grade | Yield Strength (MPa/ksi) | Tensile Strength (MPa/ksi) | Elongation (min) | Performance Feature |
| ASTM A992 | ≥345 / 50 | ≥450 / 65 | 18% | Seismic resistant, ductile, preferred for W-shape beams |
| ASTM A572 Gr50 | ≥345 / 50 | ≥450 / 65 | 18% | High strength, ideal for heavy-load structures |
| ASTM A36 | ≥250 / 36 | 400–550 / 58–80 | 20% | Excellent weldability, cost-effective for general construction |
Wide Flange Beam Sizes - W Beam
| Designation (in x lb/ft) | Depth h (in) | Width w (in) | Web Thickness s (in) | Section Area (in2) | Weight (lb/ft) | Ix (in4) | Iy (in4) | Wx (in3) | Wy (in3) |
| W12x136 | 13.41 | 12.4 | 0.79 | 39.9 | 136 | 1240 | 398 | 186 | 64.2 |
| W12x120 | 13.12 | 12.32 | 0.71 | 35.3 | 120 | 1070 | 345 | 163 | 56 |
| W12x106 | 12.89 | 12.22 | 0.61 | 31.2 | 106 | 933 | 301 | 145 | 49.3 |
| W12x96 | 12.71 | 12.16 | 0.55 | 28.2 | 96 | 833 | 270 | 131 | 44.4 |
| W12x87 | 12.53 | 12.125 | 0.515 | 25.6 | 87 | 740 | 241 | 118 | 39.7 |
| W12x79 | 12.38 | 12.08 | 0.47 | 23.2 | 79 | 662 | 216 | 107 | 35.8 |
| W12x72 | 12.25 | 12.04 | 0.43 | 21.1 | 72 | 597 | 195 | 97.4 | 32.4 |
| W12x65 | 12.12 | 12 | 0.39 | 19.1 | 65 | 533 | 174 | 87.9 | 29.1 |
| W12x58 | 12.19 | 10.01 | 0.36 | 17 | 58 | 475 | 107 | 78 | 21.4 |
| W12x53 | 12.06 | 9.995 | 0.345 | 15.6 | 53 | 425 | 95.8 | 70.6 | 19.2 |
| W12x50 | 12.19 | 8.08 | 0.37 | 14.7 | 50 | 394 | 56.3 | 64.7 | 13.9 |
| W12x45 | 12.06 | 8.045 | 0.335 | 13.2 | 45 | 350 | 50 | 58.1 | 12.4 |
| W12x40 | 11.94 | 8.005 | 0.295 | 11.8 | 40 | 310 | 44.1 | 51.9 | 11 |
| W12x35 | 12.5 | 6.56 | 0.3 | 10.3 | 35 | 285 | 24.5 | 45.6 | 7.5 |
| W12x30 | 12.34 | 6.52 | 0.26 | 8.8 | 30 | 238 | 20.3 | 38.6 | 6.2 |
| W12x26 | 12.22 | 6.49 | 0.23 | 7.7 | 26 | 204 | 17.3 | 33.4 | 5.3 |
| W12x22 | 12.31 | 4.03 | 0.26 | 6.5 | 22 | 156 | 4.7 | 25.4 | 2.3 |
| W12x19 | 12.16 | 4.005 | 0.235 | 5.6 | 19 | 130 | 3.8 | 21.3 | 1.9 |
| W12x16 | 11.99 | 3.99 | 0.22 | 4.7 | 16 | 103 | 2.8 | 17.1 | 1.4 |
| W12x14 | 11.91 | 3.97 | 0.2 | 4.2 | 14 | 88.6 | 2.4 | 14.9 | 1.2 |
Click the Button on The Right
Royal Steel Group supports personalized deep processing services for wide flange steel beams to meet different engineering specifications and customized procurement needs from global clients:
- Precision cutting: Custom fixed-length cutting according to customer drawings and project requirements
- Surface treatment: Hot-dip galvanizing (anti-rust 20+ years), spray painting, black pickling finish
- Deep processing: Punching, hole opening, bending, welding and end face finishing
- Custom packaging: Standard export seaworthy packing, waterproof and rust-proof, container loading protection
Ordinary Surface
Hot Galvanized Surface
Black Oil Surface
Wide flange steel beam is a mainstream structural steel product for American standard engineering, widely used in various civil and industrial construction fields, favored by global engineering contractors and steel traders.
- Commercial building main beams, floor support structures and roof framing systems
- Industrial factory workshop steel frames, load-bearing columns and secondary support structures
- Steel structure warehouse, supermarket, stadium and public building engineering
- Mechanical equipment base support, platform frame and heavy-duty support structure
- Bridge auxiliary structure, temporary engineering support and container frame manufacturing
Royal Steel Group wide flange steel beams deliver high-precision dimensions, stable material performance and reliable durability, fully engineered for global construction and industrial structural projects. All products strictly comply with ASTM standards to eliminate size deviation and quality instability.
1.Stable Structural Performance: Uniform section stress, excellent bending resistance and seismic performance, ideal for long-span floors, building frames and load-bearing structures.
2.Full ASTM Standard Compliance: Manufactured per ASTM A992, A572 Gr50 and A36 standards with smooth, burr-free surfaces, fully accepted by North American engineering projects.
3.Superior Machinability: Great weldability, cutting and punching performance, supporting galvanizing, anti-rust painting and custom deep processing.
4.Factory Direct Cost Advantage: No middlemen markup, sufficient stock and flexible MOQ, effectively lowering clients’ overall project procurement costs.
5.Complete Quality Certification: Supplied with official MTC mill test reports and SGS/BV third-party inspection certificates for global customs clearance and project acceptance.
Standard Brand Packaging: Royal Steel Group adopts exclusive standard export steel packing with steel strip binding, waterproof plastic film and anti-collision protection, effectively avoiding rust, scratch and deformation during long-distance ocean transportation.
Shipping: Support FOB, CIF, CFR, DDP and other international trade terms; long-term cooperation with major shipping companies, fast delivery, stable schedule
MOQ: Small batch trial order supported, bulk stock for large engineering orders
Document Support: Provide commercial invoice, packing list, bill of lading, MTC certificate, origin certificate and full customs clearance documents
Q1: Can I get a free quote for steel beams quickly?
A: Yes. Royal Steel Group offers a 24-hour free quote service for all wide-flange steel beam orders.
Q2: What is the minimum order quantity for wide-flange steel beams?
A: We support flexible sourcing options. We accept small trial orders and provide large-volume supply for engineering projects.
Q3: Do you offer custom processing services for steel beams?
A: Of course. We support custom length cutting, hot-dip galvanizing, rust-proof coating, punching, drilling, and end finishing.
Q4: What quality documents can you provide for customs clearance?
A: Royal Steel Group provides complete official documentation for global customs clearance and project inspection.
Q5: What is your delivery time?
A: In-stock steel beams can be shipped within 7-10 days; the delivery time for custom processing orders is stable and controllable to meet your project schedule.
Write your message here and send it to us
