Prices/FR-LSH Cable (IS 694:2010)

Standard

IS 694:2010

Voltage Rating

650/1100V

Conductor Class

Class 2 or Class 5

HCl Limit

HCl emission < 15% per IS 694:2010 FR-LSH specification

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Specifying FR-LSH Cable (IS 694:2010): NBC 2016 Clause 4.14 mandates FR-LSH IS 694:2010 for all G+4+ high-rise residential buildings, commercial offices, and 5-star hotels. HCl emission must be below 15%. Confirm IS standard and BIS licence before finalising any supplier.

FR-LSH Cable Prices India 2026 — IS 694:2010 Low Smoke

Q: What is FR-LSH cable?

FR-LSH stands for flame retardant, low smoke, low halogen. It is manufactured to IS 694:2010 and limits HCl emission to below 15%. It is mandatory for G+4+ buildings, commercial offices, and 5-star hotels under NBC 2016 Clause 4.14.

Q: What is the difference between FR-LSH and HFFR cable?

FR-LSH (IS 694:2010) limits HCl to below 15%. HFFR (IS 17048:2018) limits HCl to below 0.5% and is completely halogen-free. They are different standards. HFFR is mandatory for hospitals, airports, and metro — FR-LSH does not comply for these applications.

Q: What is the price of FR-LSH cable in India 2026?

FR-LSH cable carries approximately 8–12% premium over equivalent FR cable. For 2.5mm² FR-LSH, expect ₹31–38/m at March 2026 list prices. Verify current prices with suppliers.

NBC 2016 Clause 4.14 mandates FR-LSH IS 694:2010 for all G+4+ high-rise residential buildings, commercial offices, and 5-star hotels. HCl emission must be below 15%.

FR-LSH (flame retardant, low smoke, low halogen) cables are manufactured to IS 694:2010 and are mandatory under NBC 2016 for high-rise residential buildings (G+4 and above), commercial buildings, and 5-star hotels. The low smoke and low halogen properties reduce toxic gas emission in the event of a fire. Important: FR-LSH (HCl < 15%) is different from HFFR (HCl < 0.5%) and the two standards are not interchangeable.

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Standard confusion warning: FR-LSH (IS 694, HCl < 15%) and HFFR (IS 17048:2018, HCl < 0.5%) are different standards — not interchangeable. Specifying FR-LSH where HFFR is required transfers fire safety liability.

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Common Questions

What is FR-LSH cable? ▼

FR-LSH stands for flame retardant, low smoke, low halogen. It is manufactured to IS 694:2010 and limits HCl emission to below 15%. It is mandatory for G+4+ buildings, commercial offices, and 5-star hotels under NBC 2016 Clause 4.14.

What is the difference between FR-LSH and HFFR cable? ▼

FR-LSH (IS 694:2010) limits HCl to below 15%. HFFR (IS 17048:2018) limits HCl to below 0.5% and is completely halogen-free. They are different standards. HFFR is mandatory for hospitals, airports, and metro — FR-LSH does not comply for these applications.

What is the price of FR-LSH cable in India 2026? ▼

FR-LSH cable carries approximately 8–12% premium over equivalent FR cable. For 2.5mm² FR-LSH, expect ₹31–38/m at March 2026 list prices. Verify current prices with suppliers.