This European Standard specifies requirements for the materials, geometry, strength and durability of connectors for use in load bearing timber structures. For the purpose of this standard, connectors are taken to be shear plates, split ring connectors, tooth plate connectors, punched metal plate fasteners, and nailing plates. Definitions of these items are given in clause 4 below. Only products manufactured from steel are covered by this standard.
Registration number (WIID)
3709
Scope
This European Standard specifies requirements for the materials, geometry, strength and durability of connectors for use in load bearing timber structures. For the purpose of this standard, connectors are taken to be shear plates, split ring connectors, tooth plate connectors, punched metal plate fasteners, and nailing plates. Definitions of these items are given in clause 4 below. Only products manufactured from steel are covered by this standard.
