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U.S. Sizing Table Lookup. Use these simple calculators to size Trus Joist TimberStrand LSL, Parallam PSL and Microllam LVL beams and headers. Select the application below you are looking to calculate. Calculators are for use in U.S. applications only.
• Tables are based on uniform loads and the most restrictive of simple or continuous spans under dry-use conditions. Refer to West Fraser sizing software for other loads or span configurations. • Lateral support of beam compression edges is required at intervals of 24” o/c or closer. • Lateral support of beams is required at bearing ...
VERSA-LAM® laminated veneer lumber (LVL) beam and header span and size charts available for download. Find your LVL specifier's guide PDF for download.
Versa-Lam laminated veneer lumber (LVL) beams and headers lead the industry in bending strength and E-value, offering better performance and longer spans. Versa-Lam LVL offers the best overall value across multiple widths and depths for residential, light commercial, or multifamily projects.
1. Select the correct table for the beam application you need. 2. Choose the required beam span in the left column. 3. Select the span carried on the top line. 4. Read the beam size or choice of beam sizes from table. Example: A 14'-0" span beam carries 15'-0" simple span joists on each side.
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An LVL span table is a technical document that specifies the weight capacities and spans of Laminated Veneer Lumber (LVL) beams. These tables provide architects, engineers, and builders with crucial information needed for safe and effective structural designs.
US EAST FLOOR LOAD TABLES VERSA-LAM® 2.1E 3100 (100% Load Duration) KEY TO TABLE: Top Figure - Allowable Total Load [plf] Middle Figure - Allowable Live Load [plf] Bottom Figure - Minimum Required Bearing Length at End / Intermediate Supports [inches] • Total Load values are limited by shear, moment or deflection equal to L/240. Total Load ...
Design span/Effective span is the distance between - The centre of the bearing at each end of a beam where the bearing lengths have NOT been conservatively sized
The following tables are meant to assist in the appropriate selection of RigidLam LVL used as floor joists. Alternatively, appropriate software such as Simpson Strong Tie ® Component Solutions ™ may be used to size RigidLam LVL floor joists.