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APAR Anushakti Fire Protekt EBXL HFFR (XZ)
Halogen-free HFFR house wire, e-beam cross linked, very low smoke.
InsulationHFFR, halogen-free
Voltage grade1100 V
Operating temp−30°C to +120°C
Sizes0.75 – 6 sq mm
✓ IS 694:2010
✓ ISI / BIS
✓ RoHS
✓ REACH
✓ CPRI tested
✓ ISO 9001
Anushakti Fire Protekt is the grade searched for as HFFR wire, ZHFR wire, LSZH wire, LS0H cable or halogen free flame retardant wire. Different brands use different letters for the same class: halogen-free, flame-retardant insulation that gives off very little smoke and no acid gas. Fire Protekt adds electron-beam cross-linking (EBXL), which is why it is also searched as e-beam wire or EBXL wire.
Description
OverviewAnushakti Fire Protekt is the halogen free grade, which different brands label HFFR, ZHFR or LSZH depending on who printed the box. There are no halogens in the compound at all, so it cannot give off the corrosive acid gas that burning PVC does, and the smoke it produces is thin rather than black. The insulation is cross linked by electron beam, which is where the EBXL in the name comes from.
Cross linking bonds the polymer chains so the insulation no longer melts when it overheats. It chars and holds its shape instead, which is the difference between a fault that trips a breaker and a fault that shorts across to the next conductor. This is the wire for buildings where getting everyone out takes time and where the equipment left behind matters: towers, hospitals, schools, metro stations, data centres. Single core, 1100 V, 0.75 to 6 sq mm.
Why this wire
Key benefits Fire resistant High oxygen index restricts flame spread.
Zero halogen No toxic gas in a fire.
Low smoke Escape routes stay breathable.
Heat resistant 120°C operating temperature.
100% more current More load, same size.
Anti-termite Protected insulation.
Characteristics
At a glance| Application | High-rises, hospitals, schools, metros, data centres and fire-sensitive residential & commercial wiring. |
|---|---|
| Characteristics | E-beam cross-linked HFFR insulation; halogen-free, low smoke; melt-resistant; anti-termite; 120°C operating, 250°C short-circuit. |
| Applicable standards | IS 694:2010. |
| Product range | Single-core, 1100 V grade, 0.75 – 6 sq mm. |
| Advantages | Up to 100% more current capacity*; ~70-year life; zero halogen; high oxygen index (≥ 31%). |
Construction
Cutaway123
- 1Class-5 flexible copper conductor99.97% electrolytic-grade copper, stranded for flexibility
- 2E-beam cross-linked HFFR insulationHalogen-free, low-smoke, melt- & heat-resistant to 120°C
- 3Printed identification & ISI markingGrade, size, 1100 V, IS 694 and BIS licence number
Dimensions & ratings
Technical dataConductor & current rating
| Size (sq mm) | Construction | Insulation (mm) | O.D. (mm) | Resistance (Ω/km) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0.75 | 24/0.20 | 0.6 | 2.30 | 26.0 |
| 1.5 | 30/0.25 | 0.6 | 2.70 | 13.3 |
| 2.5 | 50/0.25 | 0.7 | 3.40 | 7.98 |
| 4.0 | 56/0.30 | 0.8 | 4.00 | 4.95 |
| 6.0 | 84/0.30 | 0.8 | 4.60 | 3.30 |
Fire performance
| Temperature index | Oxygen index | Smoke density | Acid gas |
|---|---|---|---|
| ≥ 250°C | ≥ 31% | ≤ 10% | ≤ 0.5% |
Standards & approvals
ComplianceManufactured and tested to IS 694:2010, the Indian Standard for PVC-insulated cables for working voltages up to and including 1100 V. Every drum is ISI-marked and BIS-certified.
The e-beam cross-linked HFFR insulation is tested beyond the minimum requirements of the standard for oxygen index, smoke density and halogen content.
The BIS licence number is printed along the wire, so an electrician or buyer can verify a genuine product at the point of sale.
IS 694:2010ISI / BISRoHSREACHCPRI testedISO 9001
Printed on the cable
APAR ANUSHAKTI FIRE PROTEKT · 1100V · IS 694
Applications
Where it's usedHigh-rise & residential towersHospitals & healthcareSchools & institutionsMetros & railwaysData centresMalls & commercial
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Documents
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Good to knowWhat are the main safety advantages?+
HFFR insulation emits minimal smoke and zero toxic halogen gases in a fire, improving evacuation visibility and protecting equipment.
Where is it best installed?+
Fire-alarm and emergency-lighting circuits, building management systems, railway signalling, airports, malls and busy commercial complexes.
What certifications does it carry?+
Complies with IS 694:2010 and has undergone rigorous testing for quality, safety and performance.
HFFR vs ZHFR vs LSZH: what is the difference?+
Mostly the brand. HFFR (halogen-free flame retardant), ZHFR (zero halogen flame retardant) and LSZH or LS0H (low smoke zero halogen) all describe insulation with no halogens, so it cannot produce the corrosive acid gas that PVC does when it burns. Compare the actual test figures (smoke density, acid gas, oxygen index) on the datasheet rather than the acronym.
Is HFFR wire better than FRLS?+
It is a step above. FRLS is a PVC compound with reduced halogen; HFFR has no halogen at all, so smoke is thinner and there is no acid gas to corrode equipment or harm people. HFFR costs more, which is why it is usually specified for high-rise, hospitals, data centres and anywhere evacuation is slow.
What does e-beam (EBXL) cross-linking do for a wire?+
An electron beam links the polymer chains of the insulation so it no longer melts when overheated; it chars instead. That raises the temperature the insulation tolerates and makes the wire far more resistant to short-circuit heat. Read the e-beam technology page on this site for how the process works.
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