X-Brace Member Axial Strength Limitations
Circled letters denote the connection type (see X-Brace Strength).
X-axis: Pole Spacing C/C (feet)
Y-axis: X-Brace Member, Ultimate Load Capacity (kips)
Example for Preliminary Selection of X-Braces
Given: Pole Spacing =19'6" and X-Brace Load=29kips- Enter pole spacing axis and project a vertical line up from 19.5 feet.
- Enter X-Brace ultimate load capacity axis and project a horizontal line right from 29 kips.
- The intersection of the projected vertical and horizontal lines indicates that the minimum required section size is 4-5/8" x 5-5/8".
- This intersection point also indicates that connection types D and E have a connection capacity in excess of 29 kips.
- Refer to X-Brace Strength. Initial selections would be 670C or 675C.
Contact BROOKS engineering department for assistance in selecting the brace which will best serve your application.
