Inputs
optional — sets fs
Method — Gergely & Lutz (ACI 224)
- w = 0.011·β·fs·∛(dc·A) ·10⁻³ (mm), with β = (h-c)/(d-c) ≈ 1.20 typical.
- A = 2·dc·b / nbars (effective area of concrete around one bar).
- Compare with allowable per exposure (ACI 224R typical limits).
Results
Effective Tension Area A—
β factor—
Crack Width w—
Allowable wmax—
Status—