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Simply Supported Center Load Deflection Calculator

Calculate center deflection PL³/(48EI).

How to use the Simply Supported Center Load Deflection Calculator

Calculate center deflection PL³/(48EI).

Step-by-step instructions

  1. Enter or select Center load (N).
  2. Enter or select Span (m).
  3. Enter or select Elastic modulus (Pa).
  4. Enter or select Second moment (m⁴).
  5. Tap Calculate.
  6. Review the result shown directly below the calculator.

What the inputs mean

Center load (N)
Enter the value requested by this field label.
Span (m)
Enter the value requested by this field label.
Elastic modulus (Pa)
Enter the value requested by this field label.
Second moment (m⁴)
Enter the value requested by this field label.

Formula or calculation method

The calculator applies the standard mathematical relationship for the labeled inputs and returns the computed result automatically.

Example

Try entering realistic values for Center load (N) and Span (m), then tap Calculate to see how the result changes.

How to understand the result

Use the result as an estimate based on the values you entered. For planning decisions, double-check that the input units and assumptions match your real situation.

Tip: Keep all values in compatible units and use values from the same time period when the calculator compares two amounts.

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