This standard specifies the chemical composition limits for aluminium casting alloys and mechanical properties of separately cast test bars for these alloys. As a guide to the selection of alloys for a specific use or process, annex A "Comparison of casting characteristics mechanical and other properties", is included for information only. This standard shall be used in conjunction with the following standards : EN 1676 Aluminium and aluminium alloys - Alloyed aluminium ingots for remelting - Specifications EN 1559-1 Founding - Technical conditions of delivery - Part 1 : General prEN 1559-4 Founding - Technical conditions of delivery - Part 4 : Additionnal requirements for aluminium alloys castings EN ISO 8062 Castings - System of dimensional tolerances and machining allowances