covers the general requirements for the more common types of stranded steel wire ropes for hoisting,compensation, and governorapplications on passengeror freight elevators. Included in the scope of this Part are steel wire ropes in various grades and constructions from 4 mm to 38 mm ( 5 ∕ 32 in. to 1 1 ∕ 2 in.) manufactured from uncoated wire or metallic coated wire. For specific applications, additional or alternative requirements may apply, provided equivalent safety is maintained.
