Figure 1: Under LIVE load, the axial force in 1 hanger is 27.

2 kips

From hand calculations using only the LIVE load of 200 psf, we obtain a result of
28.3 kips in 1 hanger. From SAP analysis, we obtain a value of 27.2 kips.

Figure 2: Under 1.2D+1.6L, the axial force is 1 hanger is 57.082 kips

Under SAP analysis, the axial force in 1 hanger is 57.082 k. Using this as P u in LRFD
analysis, we find that the member goes through yielding and rupture. In order to
avoid failure, the members used should be PIPE

1
2

Std., or PIPE 2 x-Strong.

These sections have an increased surface area that prevents yielding under P u.