As per IS 800 : 2007, what is the maximum slenderness ratio for tension members (e.g. tie in roof truss) and subjected to reversal of stresses due to action of the wind or earthquake forces?

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  1. 350
  2. 450
  3. 180
  4. 280

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Option 1 : 350
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Explanation:

As per IS 800: 2007 limit of slenderness ratio for tension member where reversal of stress is due to loads other than wind or seismic shall not exceed 180.

Refer table 3 of IS800: 2007, we get following values of maximum slenderness ratios for tension members:

Maximum Slenderness Ratios for tension members

A tension member in which reversal of stress due to loads other than wind or seismic loads.

180

A member normally acting as a tie in roof truss or a bracing system but subjected to reversal of stresses resulting from the action of wind or earthquake forces.

350

Tension Members (other than Pre-tensioned members)

400

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