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What temperature can HR-FR-LSH house wire handle?

Quick answer

HR-FR-LSH stands for Heat-Resistant, Flame-Retardant, Low Smoke & Halogen — and the 'HR' is the key here. Ordinary PVC house wire is rated for roughly 70 °C continuous; an HR-FR-LSH wire tolerates noticeably higher continuous operating temperatures (around 105 °C), and withstands the brief, intense heat of a short circuit far better.

That heat headroom matters for today's homes, where air-conditioners, geysers and dense circuits run hot. It also links to capacity: a higher temperature rating lets the same conductor carry more current safely — see ampacity.

APAR Anushakti HR-FR-LSH achieves this with e-beam cross-linked insulation; the premium Fire Protekt range goes higher still. Confirm exact ratings on the product datasheet.

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