GB/T 30588-2014

This standard specifies the technical requirements and test methods for molten metal socketing, a process used to create permanent terminations on steel wire ropes by casting a low-melting-point alloy around the rope end within a steel socket. It is applied in industries such as mining, construction, and lifting equipment manufacturing, where reliable and high-strength rope terminations are critical for safety in cranes, elevators, and suspension bridges. The standard ensures consistent quality and load-bearing performance of these terminations during static and dynamic testing.