The unsupported length will be 19.5 ft
the load I calculated to be 29000 lb
not sure on grade I think you mean wood and that would just be douglas fir or pine....
If anyone can point me in the right direction for this I would greatly appreciate it.
Thanks again everyone!
Thanks for everyone's input I think I have everything solved except how big of wood posts I need to hold up the beam on each side? Is a 4x 8 big enough ?
Would a 4x6 on each end be strong enough to hold this load? I calculated the load at almost 30,000 lbs. Or if not would a 4x8 or what would I need to hold this?
Sounds good that seams like a good idea... Also I was wondering is there a spot where I can find the compression strength of a 4x6 or maybe I need a 6x6. I have heard people using these for end posts but I just want to make sure they are strong enough. I have calculated about 29,000 lbs over...
The span is 19.5 ft with 14ft till exterior wall on each side. The load is holding one floor no attic weight so I was using 40 psf live 15 psf dead to be safe. Let me know if any more info would help. I have done these before but always had room for a top plate and top joist hangers but...
I am wondering what size bolts and at what pattern are needed. Because of height restrictions I can't use top hung joist hangers so that is why I need to pack out the web.
Thanks