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Cantilever Beam Load at Free End Calculator

Easily determine deflection and slope when a cantilever beam is loaded at its free end. Common in balcony design and mechanical arm analysis.

Free End Load Cantilever Analysis

Input Fields
P
lbs
E
psi
I
in⁴
L
in
x
in
If enabled, the result will update automatically when you change any value.

Cantilever Beam Load at Free End Formula

Formula
$$\text{Slope at free end} = \frac{P \cdot L^2}{2 \cdot E \cdot I}$$ $$\text{Deflection at any section} = \frac{P \cdot x^2 (3L – x)}{6 \cdot E \cdot I}$$


Use this tool when a load acts at the beam’s tip. Input force, beam length, and material properties to estimate structural deflection and design for strength.

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