W40×211 vs W40×215

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

W40×215 is the heavier section at 215 lb per foot, versus 211 for W40×211 (4 lb/ft more).

Both are nominally 40 in. deep.

W40×215 has the greater bending strength: section modulus Sx of 859 in³ versus 786, about 9% more.

PropertyW40×211W40×215
Weight211 lb/ft215 lb/ft
Depth (d)39 3/8"39"
Flange width (bf)11 3/4"15 3/4"
Web thickness (tw)3/4"5/8"
Flange thickness (tf)1 7/16"1 1/4"
Area (A)62.1 in²63.5 in²
Moment of inertia (Ix)15500 in⁴16700 in⁴
Section modulus (Sx)786 in³859 in³
Plastic modulus (Zx)906 in³964 in³

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