Guide rope sockets can be fitted either by using white metal or resin and many engineers prefer this type of fixing.
The sockets are normally made from 1.5% manganese steel to BS 2772: Part 2: 1989, in the hardened and tempered condition and the safe working load given provide a factor of the socket of at least 10. All sockets are proof load tested to 2.5 times the safe working load.