W10×19 vs W10×22

A side-by-side comparison of two AISC wide-flange beams, 16th Edition. Detailing dimensions to the nearest 1/16 in.

W10×22 is the heavier section at 22 lb per foot, versus 19 for W10×19 (3 lb/ft more).

Both are nominally 10 in. deep.

W10×22 has the greater bending strength: section modulus Sx of 23.2 in³ versus 18.8, about 23% more.

PropertyW10×19W10×22
Weight19 lb/ft22 lb/ft
Depth (d)10 1/4"10 1/8"
Flange width (bf)4"5 3/4"
Web thickness (tw)1/4"1/4"
Flange thickness (tf)3/8"3/8"
Area (A)5.62 in²6.49 in²
Moment of inertia (Ix)96.3 in⁴118 in⁴
Section modulus (Sx)18.8 in³23.2 in³
Plastic modulus (Zx)21.6 in³26 in³

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