Structural Steel Beams

W12x40 vs W10x22

Empirical head-to-head comparison table, delta analysis, and interactive formula calculators.

W12x40

Standard AISC
Depth mm 303.3
Flange Width mm 203.3
Web Thick mm 7.5
Flange Thick mm 13.1
Area cm2 76.1
Weight kg m 59.5
Moment Inertia Ix cm4 12800
Section Modulus Sx cm3 844
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W10x22

Standard AISC
Depth mm 258.3
Flange Width mm 146.1
Web Thick mm 6.1
Flange Thick mm 9.1
Area cm2 41.9
Weight kg m 32.7
Moment Inertia Ix cm4 4910
Section Modulus Sx cm3 380

📊 Delta & Performance Analysis

Direct comparative ratio of core numeric metrics between W12x40 (Cyan) and W10x22 (Gold).

Depth mm: 303.3 vs 258.3 Δ +45
Flange Width mm: 203.3 vs 146.1 Δ +57.2
Web Thick mm: 7.5 vs 6.1 Δ +1.4
Flange Thick mm: 13.1 vs 9.1 Δ +4
Area cm2: 76.1 vs 41.9 Δ +34.2
Weight kg m: 59.5 vs 32.7 Δ +26.8
Moment Inertia Ix cm4: 12800 vs 4910 Δ +7890
Section Modulus Sx cm3: 844 vs 380 Δ +464

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the primary differences between W12x40 and W10x22?

W12x40 and W10x22 represent distinct specifications within Structural Steel Beams. Reference the side-by-side data table above for exact empirical values.

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