Steel wire suspension ropes are safety-critical components used in lifts, elevators and hoists to support and move passenger or goods-carrying cars and platforms. Their strength, construction, flexibility, dimensional accuracy and performance directly affect the safe operation of lifting systems.<\/p>\n
Manufacturers and suppliers must understand the applicable Indian Standard and BIS certification requirements before supplying these products in India.<\/p>\n
The relevant standard was IS 2365:2018 \u2013 Steel Wire Suspension Ropes for Lifts, Elevators and Hoists \u2013 Specification<\/strong>. However, BIS subsequently revised it to IS 2365:2024 \/ ISO 4344:2024<\/strong>, with implementation of the revised standard required by 14 April 2025. Therefore, manufacturers applying now should work to the revised edition and verify the current BIS Product Manual, licence requirements and applicable amendments. <Cite refs={[“turn339958view0″,”turn905384search1”]}\/><\/p>\n Qualitance India provides BIS certification consultancy to help manufacturers review the applicable requirements, prepare technical documentation, coordinate testing and manage the certification process.<\/p>\n IS 2365 specifies requirements for steel wire ropes used in lifts, elevators and hoists where cars or platforms carry passengers or goods and operate in guides.<\/p>\n The revised edition, IS 2365:2024 \/ ISO 4344:2024, covers wire ropes used for lift suspension, compensation and governor duties, with sizes ranging from 6 mm to 38 mm. <Cite refs={[“turn339958view0″,”turn905384search20”]}\/><\/p>\n The standard addresses important rope characteristics, including:<\/p>\n The revised standard introduced changes to material requirements, lubrication, rope construction, rope grades, dimensional tolerances and breaking-force requirements. It also added a rope-stretch test. <Cite refs={[“turn339958view0”]}\/><\/p>\n Official references:<\/strong><\/p>\n Yes. Steel wire suspension ropes for lifts, elevators and hoists are listed under the Steel Wires or Strands, Nylon or Wire Ropes and Wire Mesh (Quality Control) Order, 2024<\/strong>. The Order requires covered products to comply with the applicable Indian Standard and bear the BIS Standard Mark under a valid licence, subject to the applicable provisions and exemptions. <Cite refs={[“turn905384search22″,”turn905384search1”]}\/><\/p>\n The implementation dates under the 2024 Order were specified by enterprise category. Manufacturers should verify the current Order, any subsequent amendments and the implementation provisions applicable to their enterprise.<\/p>\n For covered products, the certification process generally involves:<\/p>\n BIS certification is not simply a paperwork exercise. The manufacturer must demonstrate that the rope consistently satisfies the relevant technical requirements.<\/p>\n Official reference:<\/strong> BIS \u2013 Products Under Compulsory Certification<\/a><\/p>\n The product scope must be defined carefully because suspension ropes can vary in construction, tensile grade, core, diameter and surface finish.<\/p>\n The earlier IS 2365:2018 Product Manual identified the following parameters for grouping and licensing. The revised 2024 standard and its corresponding Product Manual must be used to confirm the current scope requirements. <Cite refs={[“turn339958view0″,”turn339958view1”]}\/><\/p>\n The 2018 Product Manual identified constructions including:<\/p>\n These are examples of constructions listed in the earlier manual, not a substitute for confirming the current construction requirements under IS 2365:2024.<\/p>\n The earlier manual identified single tensile grades of 1230, 1420 and 1570, and dual tensile grades of 1180\/1770, 1370\/1770 and 1570\/1770. The revised standard introduced changes to rope grades, so manufacturers must check the current edition before finalising their proposed scope. <Cite refs={[“turn339958view0″,”turn339958view1”]}\/><\/p>\n The earlier Product Manual distinguished between:<\/p>\n The applicable core-material requirements must be checked against the revised standard. <Cite refs={[“turn339958view0”]}\/><\/p>\n The proposed scope should identify the nominal rope diameters and whether the ropes are galvanized or ungalvanized, where applicable.<\/p>\n The revised standard covers rope sizes from 6 mm to 38 mm. The manufacturer’s licence scope remains subject to the current standard, testing capability and BIS approval. <Cite refs={[“turn339958view0”]}\/><\/p>\n Manufacturers already holding a licence under IS 2365:2018 must not assume that their earlier compliance documents automatically establish conformity with the revised standard.<\/p>\n BIS’s implementation circular identifies several significant changes. <Cite refs={[“turn339958view0”]}\/><\/p>\n Requirements for wire and core materials were modified, with references to specified ISO standards.<\/p>\n Lubricant requirements were added, including conformity with ISO 4346.<\/p>\n Requirements for lubrication and the method for determining lubrication content were added.<\/p>\n Rope-construction requirements were modified, and additional rope grades were introduced.<\/p>\n The dimensional tolerances were modified, and the revised standard specifies minimum breaking force requirements through the relevant tables or manufacturer-declared values, as applicable.<\/p>\n Rope stretch was added as a new test requirement.<\/p>\n BIS directed existing licensees to implement the revised standard by 14 April 2025. The circular also stated that no licence should be granted under the old standard after that date. <Cite refs={[“turn339958view0”]}\/><\/p>\n Manufacturers should therefore review the revised standard, raw-material specifications, test methods, product documentation and quality-control arrangements before applying or changing an existing licence scope.<\/p>\n The older BIS Product Manual for IS 2365:2018 specified the following sample quantities. These figures are useful historical guidance only; the current sample requirements must be confirmed from the revised Product Manual for IS 2365:2024. <Cite refs={[“turn339958view1″,”turn339958view0”]}\/><\/p>\n1. What Is IS 2365?<\/h2>\n
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2. Is BIS Certification Mandatory for Lift Wire Ropes?<\/h2>\n
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3. Product Scope for Steel Wire Suspension Ropes<\/h2>\n
3.1 Rope construction<\/h3>\n
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3.2 Rope tensile grades<\/h3>\n
3.3 Core type<\/h3>\n
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3.4 Diameter and finish<\/h3>\n
4. Why the 2024 Revision Matters<\/h2>\n
Revised material requirements<\/h3>\n
Lubricant requirements<\/h3>\n
Lubrication content<\/h3>\n
Rope construction and grades<\/h3>\n
Dimensional tolerances and breaking force<\/h3>\n
Rope-stretch testing<\/h3>\n
5. Sample Requirements for BIS Certification<\/h2>\n