8-1/2 x 38-1/2 Dimensions
The wood beam dimensions for the 8-1/2 x 38-1/2 section can be seen in the table. The depth of the section is 38.5 in. The width of the section is 8.5 in.
| Dimension | Value |
|---|---|
| Depth | 38.5 in |
| Width | 8.5 in |
8-1/2 x 38-1/2 Section Properties
The 8-1/2 x 38-1/2 section has an area of 327.3in2. The below table outlines the 8-1/2 x 38-1/2 section properties including the torsion constant as well as moment of inertia and plastic modulus properties.
| A | Izp | Iyp |
|---|---|---|
| 327.3 in2 | 40420 in4 | 1970 in4 |
Materials and Design Standards 8-1/2 x 38-1/2
This section is typically designed using the design standard NDS 2018 LRFD and is manufactured using a glue laminated process as it is a wood section.
