Beam Load Calculator

Calculate Beam Load Capacity

Beam Type

Material

Beam Length (ft)

Beam Width (in)

Beam Height (in)

Safety Factor

About Beam Load Calculations

Beam load calculations determine the maximum safe load a beam can support based on its material properties and dimensions.

Load Capacity Formula:

P = (σ × S) / (SF × L)

Where:

P = Maximum load
σ = Allowable stress
S = Section modulus
SF = Safety factor
L = Beam length

Material Properties:

Steel: 36,000 psi yield strength
Concrete: 3,000 psi compressive strength
Wood: 1,800 psi bending stress
Aluminum: 35,000 psi yield strength

Support Conditions:

• Simply Supported: Both ends pinned
• Cantilever: One end fixed
• Fixed-Fixed: Both ends fixed
• Continuous: Multiple supports

Safety Factors:

• Residential: 1.5
• Commercial: 2.0
• Industrial: 2.5
• Heavy Duty: 3.0

Proper load calculations ensure structural safety and prevent beam failure under expected loading conditions.