This European Standard specifies the minimum requirements for symmetrical wedge socket terminations for stranded steel wire ropes conforming to EN 12385-5 for lifts.This European Standard covers those symmetric wedge sockets intended for use at temperatures between -20 °C and 100 °C.This European Standard only covers those symmetric wedge sockets that have welded socket bodies.An example of the construction and sizes of a symmetric wedge socket is given in informative Annex A.The informative Annex B gives the recommendations for the safe use and inspection of symmetric wedge socket according to Annex A.This European Standard deals with all significant hazar