This International Standard specifies the nature and properties of impregnating compounds and lubricants for stranded wire ropes for mine hoisting, together with the corresponding test methods. In particular, it is concerned with a) impregnating compounds for fibre main cores, fibre covers, and fibre inserts; b) lubricants used in manufacture; c) Service dressings. The different requirements for the two basic types of winder (Koepe or drum) are recognized where significant.