Beam Deflection Calculator

Calculate the deflection of beams under uniform and point loads. Check compliance with L/360 and L/240 deflection limits.

Beam Parameters

Load Type:

10 ft
1 ft50 ft
ft
1,000 lb/ft
100 lb/ft10,000 lb/ft
lb/ft
ksi
in&sup4;

Maximum Deflection

0.0776"

Deflection Ratio: L/1547

L/360 Limit (Floors)

Allowable: 0.3333" → PASS

L/240 Limit (Roofs)

Allowable: 0.5000" → PASS

Max Bending Moment
12500.00 ft-lb
Max Shear
5000.00 lb
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Formula Source: Standard Mathematical References

by Various

🔄Last reviewed: May 2026
✓Formula checks are based on standard references and internal QA review.