1.1 ,This specification covers the general requirements for the more common types of steel wire ropes. Included in this specification are wire ropes in various grades and constructions from ¹/₄ ,in. [6 mm] to 3¹/₂ ,in. [89 mm] manufactured from uncoated or metallic coated wire. Also included are cord products from ¹/₃₂ ,in. [0.8 mm] to ³/₈ , ,in. [10 mm] manufactured from metallic coated wire. For specific applications, additional or alternative requirements may apply.