Regular maintenance and oiling of wire ropes is crucial for ensuring safety and extending their service life. It effectively reduces friction between the wire strands, forms a protective film that insulates against corrosive environments, and absorbs heat generated during high-speed operation.

During the manufacturing process, ropes are lubricated. The type and amount of lubricant used depends on the rope's size, type, and intended use. If the wire rope is stored under proper conditions and during the early stages of its service life, the grease used during production will provide adequate protection for the finished rope for a reasonable period of time.

Regular relubrication becomes necessary as wire ropes age. Relubrication is not always a simple task. Despite the need for professional lubrication, old lubricant, dirt, and other particles can coat the surface of the wire rope, preventing new lubricant from penetrating the interior. In these cases, it may be necessary to thoroughly clean the rope or use a high-pressure lubrication device to force new lubricant into the rope.

Regardless, if a scheduled, regular lubrication schedule is not followed, the service life of the wire rope will be shortened rapidly.