EN 1396:2023/FprA1
(Amendment)Aluminium and aluminium alloys - Coil coated sheet and strip for general applications - Specifications
Aluminium and aluminium alloys - Coil coated sheet and strip for general applications - Specifications
This document specifies the particular requirements for wrought aluminium and wrought aluminium alloys in the form of coil coated sheet and strip for general applications. This product is generally supplied in thicknesses up to 3,0 mm.
It is applicable to cold-rolled aluminium and aluminium alloy strip coated by the coil coating process both with liquid as well as with powder paints, either in the final width or slit afterwards, and to sheet obtained from such strip.
It does not apply to coil coated sheet and strip used for special applications such as cans, closures and lids which are dealt with in separate EN 541.
Aluminium und Aluminiumlegierungen - Bandbeschichtete Bleche und Bänder für allgemeine Anwendungen - Spezifikationen
Aluminium et alliages d’aluminium - Tôles et bandes revêtues en continue pour applications générales - Spécifications
Aluminij in aluminijeve zlitine - Prevlečena ali premazana pločevina in trakovi za splošno uporabo - Specifikacije - Dopolnilo A1
Ta dokument določa posebne zahteve za kovan aluminij in aluminijeve zlitine v obliki kolutno prevlečenih pločevin in trakov za splošne aplikacije. Ta izdelek se običajno dobavlja v debelinah do 3,0 mm.
Uporablja se za hladno valjane aluminijaste in aluminijeve zlitine trakove, prevlečene s procesom kolutnega premazovanja, tako s tekočimi kot s prašnimi barvami, bodisi v končni širini ali kasneje razrezane, ter za pločevine pridobljene iz takih trakov.
Ne velja za kolutno prevlečene pločevine in trakove, ki se uporabljajo za posebne aplikacije, kot so pločevinke, zapirala in pokrovi, ki so obravnavani v ločenem standardu EN 541.
General Information
- Status
- Not Published
- Publication Date
- 25-Nov-2026
- Technical Committee
- CEN/TC 132 - Aluminium and aluminium alloys
- Drafting Committee
- WG 36 - Rolled products
- Current Stage
- 4599 - Dispatch of FV draft to CMC - Finalization for Vote
- Start Date
- 10-Jun-2026
- Due Date
- 21-Jul-2027
- Completion Date
- 10-Jun-2026
Relations
- Effective Date
- 15-Oct-2025
Overview
EN 1396:2023/FprA1 is the European Standard developed by CEN Technical Committee 132, specifying requirements for wrought aluminium and aluminium alloys in the form of coil coated sheet and strip for general applications. This standard applies to cold-rolled aluminium and aluminium alloy strips coated using coil coating with either liquid or powder paints. Products addressed by this standard are typically supplied in thicknesses up to 3.0 mm and are intended for a wide range of non-specialized industrial and architectural applications.
It does not cover coil coated aluminium sheet and strip intended for specialized applications, such as cans, closures, or lids, which are regulated by separate standards (e.g., EN 541).
Key Topics
- Scope and Product Types: Defines requirements for coil coated aluminium and aluminium alloy sheet and strip up to 3.0 mm thick, supplied as cold-rolled product coated with liquid or powder paints.
- Ordering Information: Details the mandatory and optional information necessary for ordering, including provisions for alloy variations differing in recycled content.
- Production and Manufacturing: Outlines flexibility for manufacturing methods unless otherwise specified in the purchase order.
- Quality Control: Specifies that all required inspections and tests must be completed prior to shipment. Any additional inspection requirements must be clearly stated on the order.
- Mechanical Properties: Provides information on specifying mechanical properties, including the introduction of variants with recycled content and updated property tables for specific alloys and tempers.
Applications
Coil coated aluminium and aluminium alloy sheet and strip offer a combination of lightweight, corrosion resistance, and versatile finish options, making them ideal for:
- Architecture and Building: Roofing, cladding, facades, and ceilings
- Interior Design: Partitioning, decorative panels, and furniture elements
- Transport and Automotive: Body panels, interior trim, and components
- General Manufacturing: Appliances, lighting, signage, and enclosures
The standard enables manufacturers, designers, and purchasers to specify high-quality coil coated materials tailored to a broad spectrum of general use cases. It supports the inclusion of recycled content variants, aligning with sustainability and circular economy goals.
Related Standards
To ensure complete compliance and optimal performance, EN 1396:2023/FprA1 references or is related to several key European standards:
- EN 541: Aluminium and aluminium alloys - Coil coated sheet and strip for closures, cans, and lids (specialized applications)
- EN 573-3: Aluminium and aluminium alloys - Chemical composition and form of wrought products - Part 3: Chemical composition and form of products
- EN 485 series: Aluminium and aluminium alloys - Sheet, strip and plate - Mechanical properties
- EN 13523 series: Coil coated metals - Test methods
- ISO 2107: Aluminium and aluminium alloys - Wrought products - Standard tolerances for dimensions and form
These related standards ensure harmonization, clear test methods, and consistent quality control across the aluminium product sector.
Practical Value
EN 1396:2023/FprA1 delivers significant value to manufacturers, suppliers, and end-users by:
- Establishing uniform specifications for coil coated aluminium and aluminium alloy products for general applications
- Supporting the use of sustainable, recycled content without sacrificing mechanical properties or performance
- Facilitating effective quality control, traceability, and consistency for European and global markets
- Providing a reliable reference for procurement, design, and production processes within the aluminium industry
By adhering to EN 1396:2023/FprA1, organizations can ensure their aluminium sheet and strip products meet recognized standards for quality, sustainability, and application versatility.
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Frequently Asked Questions
EN 1396:2023/FprA1 is a draft published by the European Committee for Standardization (CEN). Its full title is "Aluminium and aluminium alloys - Coil coated sheet and strip for general applications - Specifications". This standard covers: This document specifies the particular requirements for wrought aluminium and wrought aluminium alloys in the form of coil coated sheet and strip for general applications. This product is generally supplied in thicknesses up to 3,0 mm. It is applicable to cold-rolled aluminium and aluminium alloy strip coated by the coil coating process both with liquid as well as with powder paints, either in the final width or slit afterwards, and to sheet obtained from such strip. It does not apply to coil coated sheet and strip used for special applications such as cans, closures and lids which are dealt with in separate EN 541.
This document specifies the particular requirements for wrought aluminium and wrought aluminium alloys in the form of coil coated sheet and strip for general applications. This product is generally supplied in thicknesses up to 3,0 mm. It is applicable to cold-rolled aluminium and aluminium alloy strip coated by the coil coating process both with liquid as well as with powder paints, either in the final width or slit afterwards, and to sheet obtained from such strip. It does not apply to coil coated sheet and strip used for special applications such as cans, closures and lids which are dealt with in separate EN 541.
EN 1396:2023/FprA1 is classified under the following ICS (International Classification for Standards) categories: 77.150.10 - Aluminium products. The ICS classification helps identify the subject area and facilitates finding related standards.
EN 1396:2023/FprA1 has the following relationships with other standards: It is inter standard links to EN 1396:2023. Understanding these relationships helps ensure you are using the most current and applicable version of the standard.
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Standards Content (Sample)
SLOVENSKI STANDARD
01-maj-2026
Aluminij in aluminijeve zlitine - Prevlečena ali premazana pločevina in trakovi za
splošno uporabo - Specifikacije - Dopolnilo A1
Aluminium and aluminium alloys - Coil coated sheet and strip for general applications -
Specifications
Aluminium und Aluminiumlegierungen - Bandbeschichtete Bleche und Bänder für
allgemeine Anwendungen - Spezifikationen
Aluminium et alliages d’aluminium - Tôles et bandes revêtues en continue pour
applications générales - Spécifications
Ta slovenski standard je istoveten z: EN 1396:2023/prA1
ICS:
77.150.10 Aluminijski izdelki Aluminium products
2003-01.Slovenski inštitut za standardizacijo. Razmnoževanje celote ali delov tega standarda ni dovoljeno.
DRAFT
EUROPEAN STANDARD
EN 1396:2023
NORME EUROPÉENNE
EUROPÄISCHE NORM
prA1
March 2026
ICS 77.150.10
English Version
Aluminium and aluminium alloys - Coil coated sheet and
strip for general applications - Specifications
Aluminium et alliages d'aluminium - Tôles et bandes Aluminium und Aluminiumlegierungen -
revêtues en continue pour applications générales - Bandbeschichtete Bleche und Bänder für allgemeine
Spécifications Anwendungen - Spezifikationen
This draft amendment is submitted to CEN members for enquiry. It has been drawn up by the Technical Committee CEN/TC 132.
This draft amendment A1, if approved, will modify the European Standard EN 1396:2023. If this draft becomes an amendment,
CEN members are bound to comply with the CEN/CENELEC Internal Regulations which stipulate the conditions for inclusion of
this amendment into the relevant national standard without any alteration.
This draft amendment was established by CEN in three official versions (English, French, German). A version in any other
language made by translation under the responsibility of a CEN member into its own language and notified to the CEN-CENELEC
Management Centre has the same status as the official versions.
CEN members are the national standards bodies of Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia,
Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Norway,
Poland, Portugal, Republic of North Macedonia, Romania, Serbia, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Türkiye and
United Kingdom.
Recipients of this draft are invited to submit, with their comments, notification of any relevant patent rights of which they are
aware and to provide supporting documentation.
Warning : This document is not a European Standard. It is distributed for review and comments. It is subject to change without
notice and shall not be referred to as a European Standard.
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EN 1396:2023/prA1:2026 (E)
Contents Page
European foreword . 3
1 Modifications to 4.1 “Ordering information” . 4
2 Modifications to 4.2.1 “Production and manufacturing processes" . 4
3 Modifications to 4.2.2 “Quality control”. 4
4 Modification to 4.2.5, “Mechanical properties” . 5
5 Modifications to Clause 5, “Mechanical properties” . 5
EN 1396:2023/prA1:2026 (E)
European foreword
This document (EN 1396:2023/prA1:2026) has been prepared by Technical Committee CEN/TC 132
“Aluminium and aluminium alloys”, the secretariat of which is held by AFNOR.
This document is currently submitted to the CEN Enquiry.
This document will amend EN 1396:2023.
EN 1396:2023/prA1:2026 includes the following significant technical ch
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