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IS 2266 : 2019

Steel Wire Ropes for General Engineering Purposes

Steel Wire Ropes for General Engineering Purposes
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1. Summary about Steel Wire Ropes for General Engineering Purposes

Steel wire ropes are used in lifting, pulling, hoisting, and structural applications across industries. They are manufactured for strength, flexibility, and wear resistance.


2. Why BIS Certificate is Mandatory for Steel Wire Ropes

BIS certification is mandatory to ensure load-bearing capacity and safety. Rope failure can cause serious accidents and equipment damage.


3. What is BIS Certified for Steel Wire Ropes for General Engineering Purposes

BIS certification verifies compliance with Indian Standards covering construction, tensile strength, wire quality, and dimensional accuracy.


Tests required for Steel Wire Ropes for General Engineering Purposes

TitleRequired/Optional
Material

Optional

Size and Tolerance

Required

Minimum Breaking Force

Required

Length

Required

Approximate Mass

Required

Lay of rope

Required

Joints

Required

Freedom from defects

Required

Performing

Required

Lubrication

Required

Tests on wire prior to Rope Manufacture

TitleRequired/Optional
Diameter

Optional

Tensile strength

Required

Torsion test

Required

Reverse bend test

Required

Wrapping test*

Required

Galvanizing test

Required

Tests on individual Wires*

TitleRequired/Optional
Tensile strength

Optional

Torsion test

Required

Reverse bend test

Required

Galvanizing test

Required

Diameter of wire

Required

Fibre Core

Optional

Steel Core

Optional


4. Benefits of BIS Certification for Steel Wire Ropes

  • Ensures safe load handling
  • Mandatory for industrial and engineering use
  • Reduces risk of rope failure
  • Improves service life
  • Enhances user confidence