Wide Flanged Beams HEA/HEB550 Structure Steel

HEA550 structural h beam and HEB550 structural steel h beam are two different types of European standard H beams. Their main differences are in cross-sectional dimensions and shapes, which directly affect strength properties.

HEA HEB550 h metal beams can all use the same material grade (such as S355J0 or S355J2), but with different physical dimensions, different load-bearing capacity and ability to resist deformation.

HEA HEB550 h beam material strength differences
Section modulus: HEB h beam steel structure has a larger section modulus due to its wider flanges and thicker webs, and is stronger in resisting bending than HEA steel of the same height.

Moment of inertia (I): Due to the cross-sectional characteristics of HEB steel, its moment of inertia is generally greater than that of HEA steel of the same height, providing better bending resistance.

Weight per meter: The weight per meter of the HEB550 h section steel beam is approximately 199 kg/m, while the weight per meter of the HEA550 h shaped beam is approximately 166 kg/m. Heavier steel generally means higher material usage and greater load-bearing capacity.