W14×99 vs W14×109

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

W14×109 is the heavier section at 109 lb per foot, versus 99 for W14×99 (10 lb/ft more).

Both are nominally 14 in. deep.

W14×109 has the greater bending strength: section modulus Sx of 173 in³ versus 157, about 10% more.

PropertyW14×99W14×109
Weight99 lb/ft109 lb/ft
Depth (d)14 1/8"14 3/8"
Flange width (bf)14 5/8"14 5/8"
Web thickness (tw)1/2"1/2"
Flange thickness (tf)3/4"7/8"
Area (A)29.1 in²32 in²
Moment of inertia (Ix)1110 in⁴1240 in⁴
Section modulus (Sx)157 in³173 in³
Plastic modulus (Zx)173 in³192 in³

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