Describe the procedure for inspection and maintenances of wire ropes ?

  1. Check internal lubrication.
  2. Degree of corrosion.
  3. Indentation caused by pressure of wear.
  4. Presence of broken wires.

An accurate log should be kept of inspection dates, rope condition, end for ending, replacement, etc.

Broken Wires: – Broken wires are usually a result of fatigue and wear.

Marine Order (part 32) “The total number of broken wires visible in a length of S.W.R. equal to 10 times it’s diameter should not exceed 5% of the total number of wires constituting the rope”.

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