Structural Steel Beams

W14x68 vs W12x40

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

W14x68

Standard AISC
Depth mm 356.6
Flange Width mm 255
Web Thick mm 10.5
Flange Thick mm 18.3
Area cm2 129
Weight kg m 101
Moment Inertia Ix cm4 30100
Section Modulus Sx cm3 1690
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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

📊 Delta & Performance Analysis

Direct comparative ratio of core numeric metrics between W14x68 (Cyan) and W12x40 (Gold).

Depth mm: 356.6 vs 303.3 Δ +53.3
Flange Width mm: 255 vs 203.3 Δ +51.7
Web Thick mm: 10.5 vs 7.5 Δ +3
Flange Thick mm: 18.3 vs 13.1 Δ +5.2
Area cm2: 129 vs 76.1 Δ +52.9
Weight kg m: 101 vs 59.5 Δ +41.5
Moment Inertia Ix cm4: 30100 vs 12800 Δ +17300
Section Modulus Sx cm3: 1690 vs 844 Δ +846

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the primary differences between W14x68 and W12x40?

W14x68 and W12x40 represent distinct specifications within Structural Steel Beams. Reference the side-by-side data table above for exact empirical values.

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