CCTV (Closed Circuit Television) describes any system in which camera feeds are transmitted to a restricted set of monitors or a recording device, rather than broadcast. In a trade installation context, this means a defined set of cameras connected to a recorder, with the footage accessible locally or remotely via a network connection or mobile app.
Harbro Electrical stocks two wired product ranges. The Dahua IP CCTV range is a network-based system: cameras connect over CAT5e or CAT6 ethernet cable, draw power via PoE (Power over Ethernet), and record to an NVR (Network Video Recorder). The Eagle Analogue range uses HDCVI (High Definition Composite Video Interface) technology: cameras connect over standard coaxial cable with BNC connectors and record to a DVR (Digital Video Recorder). Harbro also stocks a wireless CCTV range for installations where running cable is impractical.
Both wired systems are designed for professional installation. Dahua IP CCTV suits new-build installations, commercial fit-outs, and situations where CAT6 infrastructure is either already in place or being laid as part of a wider first-fix. Eagle Analogue HDCVI suits retrofits and upgrades of existing analogue CCTV systems where coaxial cable is already installed and running new ethernet cable runs would add significant labour cost.
Both the Dahua and Eagle Analogue ranges include outdoor CCTV cameras rated for external installation (typically IP66 or IP67 with IR night vision). These are hardwired systems: for trade electrical installations, a wired CCTV system delivers continuous power, uninterrupted recording, and a stable connection that a wireless CCTV camera dependent on Wi-Fi cannot always guarantee. Where running cable is genuinely impractical, Harbro also stocks a wireless CCTV range. Most trade-grade wireless cameras still require a cabled power supply at each camera location, so the "wireless" element refers to video transmission, not a fully wire-free installation.
We also stock CCTV kits combining recorder, cameras, and cabling accessories in 4-channel and 8-channel configurations for both IP and analogue formats. Dahua CCTV kits are particularly suited to new-build and commercial installs; Eagle Analogue kits are the go-to for retrofits. Both are popular with trade electricians working across the North East who need to quote a complete system in a single trade order.
Trade account customers see their invoiced pricing on all CCTV SKUs. Call our Peterlee trade counter before a visit if you need to confirm stock on specific camera models or kit configurations.