What is BS EN 1706:2020 about?
It covers the chemical composition limits and mechanical properties of aluminium casting alloys. BS EN 1706:2020 is an extensive update of the 2010 version of this standard.
Who is BS EN 1706:2020 for?
Those who do casting in engineering
Those who do casting in automotive and aerospace gearing
Those who do investment casting
Designers
Architects
Why should you use BS EN 1706:2020?
This European standard specifies the chemical composition limits of aluminium casting alloys and the mechanical properties of separately cast test pieces for these alloys. Annex C is a guide to the selection of alloys for a specific use or process.
BS EN 1706:2020 provides particularly important guidance given that most UK aluminium is recycled. In addition, use of this standard:
Creates a level playing field between castors and producers and designers
Aids the creation of better products
Increases trust, giving end-users confidence in products
Enables entry to new markets and facilitates trade
Manages risk
NOTE: BS EN 1706:2020 is intended to be used in conjunction with BS EN 576 , BS EN 1559-1 , BS EN 1559-4 , BS EN 1676 and BS EN ISO 8062-3 .
What’s new about BS EN 1706:2020?
The standard was extensively rewritten to bring it up to date with current methodologies. In comparison with the 2010 standard, the following significant changes were made:
a) Normative reference BS EN 10002-1 was replaced by BS EN ISO 6892-1
b) Terms and definitions were updated
c) In Table 1: