Dimension lumber (2" to 4")

2x16

Standard: DOC PS 20 / NDS SupplementSource: Nominal → actual dry sizes (PS 20), calculated
xyb = 1.5d = 15.25
Cross-section, to scaledimensions in inches

Dimensions

Depthd
15.25in
Widthb
1.5in

Mass and area

Cross-sectional areaA
22.87in²
Outside perimeterP
33.5in

Strong axis x–x

Moment of inertiaIx
443.3in⁴
Elastic section modulusSx
58.14in³
Plastic section modulusZx
87.21in³
Radius of gyrationrx
4.402in

Weak axis y–y

Moment of inertiaIy
4.289in⁴
Elastic section modulusSy
5.719in³
Plastic section modulusZy
8.578in³
Radius of gyrationry
0.433in

Torsion and stability

Torsional constantJ
16.09in⁴

Equivalents in other standards