This European Standard specifies the minimum requirements for the molten metal and resin socketing of steel wire ropes conforming to EN 12385 parts 4 to 10. The standard covers only those requirements that ensure that the socketing is strong enough to withstand a force of at least 100 % of the minimum breaking force of the rope. NOTE Rope terminations made by socketing in accordance with this European Standard can be used for determining the breaking force of wire ropes in accordance with annex A of EN 12385-1:2002. Socketing by the methods and materials described in this standard are for use within the temperature limits given in informative annex E.