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Steel Beam (AISC)
Select the lightest W-section for a simply supported steel beam by strength and deflection.
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About this calculator
Enter span and loads.
How it's calculated
- φMn = 0.9·Fy·Zx
Results are calculated from the values you enter using standard formulas. Download the PDF to keep a record. For certified testing, design or construction, talk to our engineers.
Cite this tool
Kataria Engineering & Consultancy Services (2026). Steel Beam (AISC) [online calculator]. https://katariaengineering.com/tools/steel-beam-design-aisc.html
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