Structural Aluminum
Structural Aluminum
(OP)
I am intersted in using Aluminum for exterior deck elelements like newels, rails and pickets. I am interested in using stock extrusions. I am figuring that I can use the same forumalas for steel or wood using Section Modulus and Moment of Inertia to figure Max Moment and deflection. Can someone direct me to stress grade values for commonly available Aluminum extrusions.
Thanks Eli Fishpaw (Architect)
Thanks Eli Fishpaw (Architect)






RE: Structural Aluminum
The definitive book you need is from the Aluminum Association, at http://www.aluminum.org/Template.cfm?Sec... excellent resource is "Aluminum Structures: A Guide to their Specifications and Design"
Wiley and Sons Publication, Written by J. Randolph Kissel and Robert L. Ferry; 0471053856
$150.00, at http://www.normas.com/AA/pages/AS.html