BS EN 912:2011

What is BS EN 912 - Specifications for connectors for timbers about? 

BS EN 912 is applicable to timber fasteners for specifications of connectors for timbers. 

BS EN 912 specifies the dimensions and the materials of certain well-established connectors for use in joints between members in load-bearing timber structures. 

Note: For data on strength and deformation properties of joints made with the connectors, reference is given to EN 13271. 

Who is BS EN 912 - Specifications for connectors for timbers for? 

BS EN 912 on connectors for timbers is useful for: 

• Manufacturers and suppliers of wood-based products 
• Sculptors of timber structures 
• Carpenter 
• Constructors of wooden houses 
• Civil engineers 
• Architects 
• Real estate developers 

Why should you use BS EN 912 - Specifications for connectors for timbers? 

A connector for timbers is a device that consists of a plate, toothed plate or ring that can transmit a load from one member to another when partially immersed in each or one of the contact faces of two parts and held together by a connecting bolt. 

BS EN 912 provides you with general requirements for classification and requirements of connectors in four categories i.e., ring connectors, plate connectors, toothed plate and other connectors. Also, BS EN 912 provides marking for nominal dimensions. 

Overall, BS EN 912 provides you with dimensions and specifications for connectors for timbers. 

What’s changed since the last update? 

BS EN 912:2011 supersedes BS EN 912:2000 which is withdrawn. 

The following significant technical changes have been introduced in the new edition of BS EN 912:2011: 

• The EN 912:1999/AC:2000 corrigendum is included 
• Modifications regarding newer EN reference standards, steel material and tolerances