June 19, 2025
Choosing the Right Joist: A Practical Guide to Span Selection
Not sure which joist size to use? Our span chart and selector visuals make it easy to match your span requirements with the right AcuJoist product.

Selecting the right joist starts with understanding your span, spacing, and load requirements. At AcuJoist, we've made it easy to compare our product lineup with a visual reference guide that highlights typical spans and best use cases for each series from ACJ 9½″ ACJ 40 to ACJ 18″ ACJ 80.
Instead of digging through lengthy technical tables, our Joist Span Chart offers a simplified way to narrow down the right size based on your structural needs. Whether you're designing for shorter residential runs or long-span commercial framing, you’ll find a reliable starting point right on our site.
For engineers and specifiers, detailed APA-rated span tables are available in PDF format. These documents offer full design values and deflection limits for every AcuJoist size, helping you ensure compliance and performance at every stage of your project.
While we don't currently offer an interactive digital selector, our downloadable resources and product overview make selection simple, even before the first calculation begins.
At AcuJoist, we believe in making technical information accessible, clear, and easy to apply. Our visual Joist Selector and span tables are here to help you plan with confidence, whether you're framing a single-family home or a multi-unit development.