Guide Rail Deflection

Calculate guide rail bending deflection.

Total weight or mass value. Convert between units as needed (1 kg = 2.2 lbs).
lb/ft
Distance between repeated elements.
ft
The load or force applied to the system.
lbs

Results

Moment of Inertia:
Calculated moment of inertia based on your inputs.
-in^4
Deflection:
Calculated deflection based on your inputs.
-in
Status:
Calculated status based on your inputs.
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Reference: ASME A17 Standards. ASME A17.1 guide rail deflection limits.