Question 2175Deck General70% to pass
Which molten substance is poured into the basket of a wire rope socket being fitted to the end of a wire rope?
AI Explanation
The correct answer is A) Zinc.
When fitting a wire rope socket to the end of a wire rope, molten zinc is poured into the basket of the socket. Zinc has a relatively low melting point and bonds well with the wire strands, securing the rope end firmly within the socket. This process is known as "pouring the socket" and is a common method used to terminate wire ropes.
The other options, such as lead, babbitt, or bronze, are not the correct substances used for this purpose. They do not have the same properties or ability to effectively secure the wire rope within the socket.
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