CODE COMPARISON

IS 13920–1993 VS IS 13920–2016

22nd December 2017

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 GENERAL
IS 13920 - 1993 IS 13920 - 2016

Previously, for zone 3, this code was applicable only for following structures Clarity on applicability of this code in zone 3.

1. Importance factor > 1 Code applicable for all structures in zones 3 , 4 & 5
2. Industrial structures
3. More than 5 storeys

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 GENERAL
IS 13920 - 1993 IS 13920 - 2016

A more detailed explanation of cross ties / transverse reinforcement is provided

in the revised version

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 GENERAL
IS 13920 - 1993 IS 13920 - 2016

Minimum grade of structural concrete is increased from M20 to M25 for building
in zones 3, 4 & 5.

The revised version of the code mandates the use of non linear analysis for
buildings with irregularities
Eg. LLRS members not aligned perpendicular in the principal directions, column
transfers, setbacks, etc.

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 FLEXURAL MEMBERS/BEAMS
IS 13920 - 1993 IS 13920 - 2016

The permissible factored axial compressive stress in beams is reduced

from 0.1fck TO 0.08fck.
Beams in which this value is exceeded shall be designed as columns

Restrictions on size of beam are same with one addition

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 FLEXURAL MEMBERS/BEAMS
IS 13920 - 1993 IS 13920 - 2016

For flexural reinforcement in beams, 'positive/negative' steel are changed to

'bottom/top' steel.

Each face may be subjected to tension/compression due to load reversal

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 FLEXURAL MEMBERS/BEAMS
IS 13920 - 1993 IS 13920 - 2016

Minimum dia of links in beams is increased from 6mm to 8mm irrespective

of the span of the beam.

As per the revised code, spacing of stirrups in beams may come out to be less than 100mm, which may be impractical.
Previously, less than 100mm spacing was not necessary. (Needs clarification)
In other words, if 100mm stirrup spacing is to be provided in beams, then
1. Min. Eff. Depth of beam >= 400mm
2. Min. Longitudinal rebar in beam - 16mm dia.
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 FLEXURAL MEMBERS/BEAMS
IS 13920 - 1993 IS 13920 - 2016

Mistake in formula for calculation of sway

shear in beams as highlighted above

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 COLUMNS
IS 13920 - 1993 IS 13920 - 2016

The minimum factored axial compressive Stress in columns is

reduced from 0.1fck to 0.08fck.
Beams in which this value is exceeded shall be designed as columns

Restrictions on size of columns have changed

Min. Size of column:
1. 300mm irrespective of adjacent beam spans
2. 20db, db= dia. Of largest beam longitudinal rebar

Minimum aspect ratio increased from 0.4 to 0.45

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 SPECIAL CONFINING REINFORCEMENT
IS 13920 - 1993 IS 13920 - 2016

Spacing of stirrups as SCR :

Clause added based on dia. Of longitudinal reinforcement

Minimum requirement imposed for calculation of c/s area of rebars as SCR (for circular
hoops and rectangular links).
May give higher dia links in many cases depending on size of column, clear cover to rebar.

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 SHEAR WALLS
IS 13920 - 1993 IS 13920 - 2016

Minimum thickness of shear walls revised to 300mm

Minimum reinforcement requirements revised based on

each type of shear wall.
Previously, minimum reinforcement was constant 0.25%
for all shear walls

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 BOUNDARY ELEMENTS
IS 13920 - 1993 IS 13920 - 2016

Formula for SCR in boundary elements revised.

May give higher dia. links in many cases depending on size of
boundary element, clear cover to rebar.

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 GRAVITY COLUMNS
IS 13920 - 1993 IS 13920 - 2016

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