Allowable Deflection of a Timber Post

[Respawn]

Not sure what the allowable deflection is? I know of the CBC allowable deflections but not sure if it applies to posts.

 

[Josha456]

why is your post deflecting is it connected by moment connections to other structure?

typical deflection limits are based on either comfort / asthetics or if brittle surfaces are attached to the concerned structure then limits on the curvature in the form of span/limit which is to prevent cracking.

 

[1503-44]

Lateral deflection of a post may be limited by story deflection sidesway limits, or by the potential to induce end moments that contribute to column buckling load.

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[BAretired]

Not sure what the allowable deflection is? I know of the CBC allowable deflections but not sure if it applies to posts.

No, it does not apply to compression members because of the P-delta effect.

BA