W30×261 vs W30×292

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

W30×292 is the heavier section at 292 lb per foot, versus 261 for W30×261 (31 lb/ft more).

Both are nominally 30 in. deep.

W30×292 has the greater bending strength: section modulus Sx of 930 in³ versus 829, about 12% more.

PropertyW30×261W30×292
Weight261 lb/ft292 lb/ft
Depth (d)31 5/8"32"
Flange width (bf)15 1/8"15 1/4"
Web thickness (tw)15/16"1"
Flange thickness (tf)1 5/8"1 7/8"
Area (A)77 in²86 in²
Moment of inertia (Ix)13100 in⁴14900 in⁴
Section modulus (Sx)829 in³930 in³
Plastic modulus (Zx)943 in³1060 in³

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