What's The Difference Between H Beams And I Beams
STEEL I BEAMS
Weight – I beams are very lightweight in comparison to various other types of structural steel. Therefore, in applications where weight and force on walls may pose a concern, their light weight is why you should choose I beams.
Spans – structural steel I beams can be used for spans that range anywhere between 10 and 30 metres.
Number of pieces – I beams only consist of one piece of rolled steel throughout, having been manipulated into place, making it more environmentally-friendly and using fewer materials in the manufacturing process.
Centre web – this is usually thinner on various I beam sizes, meaning it can't take as much force as an H beam.
STEEL H BEAMS
Weight – the average weight of H beams is higher than that of I beams, meaning they can withstand more force in specific applications.
Spans – H beams can be used for spans up to 100 metres.
Number of pieces – H beams look like one consistent piece of steel, but they do consist of bevelled edges which are joined together.
Centre web – the thicker centre webs of H beams mean they are slightly more robust than I beams.
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