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What is the Maximum Deflection in a Fixed Beam?

Maximum deflection in a fixed beam.

Correct Answer

Beam design is carried out according to principles set out in Codes of Practice. Typically, the maximum deflection is limited to the beam’s span length divided by 250. Hence, a 5m span beam can deflect as much as 20mm without adverse effect.