Simpson Strong-Tie Bulldog® C3 Timber Connector Double-Sided Ø73 mm

The Simpson Strong-Tie Bulldog® C3 is a double-sided toothed timber connector designed for creating strong timber-to-timber connections using bolts, pins or dowels. The connector improves load transfer between timber elements while preventing direct contact between the connected wooden members.

Manufactured from DC01 (DX51D) steel, the connector features teeth on both sides that embed into the timber during bolt tightening. This creates a secure mechanical connection and improves the performance of bolted timber joints.

The C3 connector has an outer diameter of 73 mm, a total height of 130 mm and a thickness of 1.5 mm. It is commonly used in structural timber construction where strong and reliable timber connections are required.

Key Features:

• Double-sided toothed timber connector
• Model C3
• Diameter: 73 mm
• Height: 130 mm
• Thickness: 1.5 mm
• Centre hole diameter: 26 mm
• Side hole diameter: 16 mm
• Manufactured from DC01 (DX51D) steel
• Suitable for timber-to-timber connections

Application & Usage

Designed for structural timber connections using bolts, pins or dowels.

Typical applications include:

• Timber frame construction
• Roof structures
• Beam and post connections
• Timber engineering structures
• Wooden buildings
• Load-bearing timber assemblies

Installation

The connector is placed between the timber members and installed by tightening the bolt assembly. The teeth are pressed into the timber under bolt pressure, creating a strong mechanical connection.

Installation always requires the use of two washers.

Full product description on the manufacturer's website: Bulldog-sided C1-C3-C5 - C1 - C3 - C5 | Simpson Strong-Tie (strongtie.lv)