Matching measurements of existing steel beam with Handbook beam sizes
Matching measurements of existing steel beam with Handbook beam sizes
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We measured the depth, flange width and flange thickness (using electronic digital calipers for the flange thickness} on a number of beams and then matched them up with the CISC Handbook beams. We could match them all up, except for one beam. Does anyone have a handbook that has this beam size in it? The beam was installed in a 1995 retrofit of an old building. The size on the structural drawings is W14x26.
Measurements:
14" Depth
5½" Width of bottom flange
0.433" (11 mm) Thickness of bottom flange






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Dave
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Yes I know measurements never match perfectly with published tables, but they are not out by 1/2" (12.7 mm)
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Maybe double check that the technician is not confusing 14" with 1'-4".
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RE: Matching measurements of existing steel beam with Handbook beam sizes
Professional and Structural Engineer (ME, NH)
American Concrete Industries
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RE: Matching measurements of existing steel beam with Handbook beam sizes