scope:

This International Standard lays down general principles for the determination of the strength and deformation (slip) characteristics of joints made with mechanical fasteners. This International Standard is applicable to joints made with mechanical fasteners used in statically loaded timber structures. Detailed procedures appropriate to joints made with specific fasteners will be given in separate International Standards. The principles can also be used for the testing of other joints. It is recognized that for some special types of joints not covered by International Standards, modification of the test procedure may be necessary.