Stirrups in Lintel Beams
Stirrups in Lintel Beams
(OP)
Are stirrups typically used in lintel beams?
I have designed a 4' span and a 12' span lintel, and both meet requirements (MSJC-05 STR & ASD) without stirrups. I just find it a little unsettling not having stirrups, but if this is common practice I can leave the design as is.
I have designed a 4' span and a 12' span lintel, and both meet requirements (MSJC-05 STR & ASD) without stirrups. I just find it a little unsettling not having stirrups, but if this is common practice I can leave the design as is.






RE: Stirrups in Lintel Beams
In lintels less than 12" in width, I use only single leg stirrups. Keep in mind, that the minimum stirrup spacing for 16" deep is 6" spacing and 24" deep is 10" spacing.
RE: Stirrups in Lintel Beams