Beam Load Calculator

Calculate bending moments, shear forces, and deflections for structural beams. Supports simply supported, cantilever, and fixed-end conditions with visual moment and shear diagrams.

Beam Configuration
Section Properties (Optional)

Steel: 200,000 MPa, Concrete: ~25,000 MPa

Required for deflection calculation

Standard Beam Reference
SectionDepth (mm)Capacity (kN·m)
UB 203x133x2520350
UB 254x146x3125480
UB 305x165x40305120
UB 356x171x51356170
UB 406x178x60406230

Max Moment

90.00

Max Shear

60.00

Deflection

16875.00

Bending Moment Diagram

Positive moment = tension at bottom (sagging)

Shear Force Diagram

Positive shear = upward force on left of section

Support Reactions

Left Reaction (R₁)

60.00 kN

Right Reaction (R₂)

60.00 kN

Design Summary
Max Bending Moment90.00kN·m
Max Shear Force60.00kN
Max Deflection16875.00mm
Suggested Beam SizeUB 305x165x40

Notes:

  • Results are for preliminary design only
  • Verify with detailed structural calculations
  • Consider load combinations per applicable code
  • Deflection limit typically L/360 for floors, L/240 for roofs
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IMPORTANT DISCLAIMER

This calculator provides PRELIMINARY ESTIMATES ONLY and is intended for planning and budgeting purposes. Results should NOT be used for final structural design or construction without verification by a licensed Professional Engineer (PE) or Chartered Engineer (CEng).

By using this tool, you acknowledge that:

1. All calculations are indicative and may not account for site-specific conditions, load combinations, or local code requirements.

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