Question

As per IS 800:2007, the maximum effective slenderness ratio for a steel member always subjected to tension force is ______.
1. 600
2. 400
3. 200
4. 800

Answer 1

Correct Answer - Option 2 : 400

Explanation:

Member	Max. effective slenderness ratio
A member carrying compressive loads resulting from dead loads and imposed loads.	180
A tension member in which a reversal of direct stress occurs due to loads other than wind or seismic forces.	180
A member subjected to compression forces resulting only from the combination with wind/earthquake actions, provided the deformation of such member does not adversely affect the stress in any part of the structure.	250
Compression flange of a beam against lateral-torsional buckling.	300
A member normally acting m a tie in a roof truss or a bracing system not considered effective when subject to a possible reversal of stress into compression resulting from the action of wind or earthquake forces.	350
Members always under tension (other than pre-tensioned members).	400