Core Differences Between HEB structural h beam and HEA steel h beam
| Feature | HEB Beam | HEA Beam |
|---|---|---|
| Flange Width | Wider (up to 30% more than height) | Narrower (approx. equal to height) |
| Web Thickness | Thicker (better shear resistance) | Thinner (lighter weight) |
| Weight | Heavier (20-40% more than HEA) | Lighter per meter |
| Moment Capacity | Higher (30-50% more than HEA) | Moderate |
| Cost | 15-25% more expensive | More economical |
HEB beams have significantly wider flanges and thicker webs compared to HEA beams of the same height:
Example: 200mm Beams
HEA 200: 200mm height × 200mm flange × 6mm web
HEB 200: 200mm height × 200mm flange × 9mm web
The wider flanges give HEB beams their characteristic "blocky" appearance versus the more slender HEA profile.
| Beam Size | HEA Weight | HEB Weight | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| 200mm | 42.3 kg/m | 61.3 kg/m | +45% |
| 300mm | 88.3 kg/m | 117 kg/m | +32% |
