I-beam vs RSJ beam

Is an I beam and RSJ basically the same thing? What’s the difference?

Asked by Luke on 19th Mar 2021
Expert Trade Answers
"An RSJ and l beam are both steel lintels, there isn't any difference they both do the same job."
Answered on 23rd Mar 2021 - Member since Mar 2021 - report
"An I beam is just the same as a rsj it's just the modern term but there are different size and grades for the load the be carried need a structural engineer to determine what grade is required for the job entailed"
Answered on 3rd Nov 2021 - Member since Sep 2021 - report
"Basically the same! But Beams do differ in size according to structural loading."
Answered on 24th Mar 2021 - Member since Mar 2021 - report
"An I beam is the same as an RSJ- (Rolled Steel Joist)"
Answered on 19th Mar 2021 - Member since Nov 2020 - report
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