W40×249 vs W40×264

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

W40×264 is the heavier section at 264 lb per foot, versus 249 for W40×249 (15 lb/ft more).

Both are nominally 40 in. deep.

W40×249 has the greater bending strength: section modulus Sx of 993 in³ versus 971, about 2% more.

PropertyW40×249W40×264
Weight249 lb/ft264 lb/ft
Depth (d)39 3/8"40"
Flange width (bf)15 3/4"11 7/8"
Web thickness (tw)3/4"15/16"
Flange thickness (tf)1 7/16"1 3/4"
Area (A)73.5 in²77.4 in²
Moment of inertia (Ix)19600 in⁴19400 in⁴
Section modulus (Sx)993 in³971 in³
Plastic modulus (Zx)1120 in³1130 in³

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