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W-shape steel column design calculator

Jonathan Ochshorn

© 2009 Jonathan Ochshorn

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Directions: Enter values for axial compressive load, and effective length.

Press "update" button.

More detailed explanations and examples can be found in the text.

     
Axial load  
 
 
Effective length (ft)  
 
 
Lightest W section:  
 
 
 
 
Checks:  
errors:  
axial load must be > 0
 

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Disclaimer: This calculator is not intended to be used for the design of actual structures, but only for schematic (preliminary) understanding of structural design principles. For the design of an actual structure, a competent professional should be consulted.

First posted August 17, 2009 | Last updated August 17, 2009