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   junkhound | Feb 06, 2012 08:55pm | #1

   How much dead load will 2x6 hold under 4 foot span

   M=sigma *z = P*l/4, for concentrated load in center of beam.

   2x6 section modulus, z, = 1.5*5.25^2/6

   sigma for a mobile home 2x6, extreme fiber strength in bendin, =1.5ksi in most handbooks.

   Run those numbers solving for P with l=48",  and you have your answer. 

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   calvin | Feb 06, 2012 09:12pm | #2

   just a word of caution.

   He didn't use one period in the original post.

   Your formula has a couple........

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   Piffin | Feb 06, 2012 09:37pm | #3

   I'll donate a couple more in case there's a shortage...........

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   calvin | Feb 07, 2012 12:10pm | #4

   Brian

   No need changing your original post-just hit a reply button under the post you are addressing.

   Now your original message is lost.............................................