Your network is only as fast as its weakest link — and that link is usually cabling. Poorly installed or outdated cabling creates bottlenecks that slow your entire operation, regardless of how fast your internet connection or how powerful your hardware. AR Electronics designs and installs structured cabling systems that deliver the full speed you're paying for, today and into the future.
In the age of Ultra-Fast Broadband (UFB), the weak point in most networks isn't the internet connection — it's the internal cabling. An expensive fibre connection means nothing if your internal wiring can't handle the speed. Modern businesses rely on their networks for everything: cloud applications, VoIP phones, video conferencing, security systems, and building automation.
A properly designed structured cabling system provides:
Copper twisted-pair cabling remains the standard for connecting devices within buildings. We install Category 6 (Cat6) and Category 6A (Cat6A) cabling — the current standards for commercial and residential networks.
Cat6 delivers Gigabit Ethernet (1Gbps) speeds over distances up to 100 metres, with support for 10-Gigabit Ethernet up to 55 metres. It's the baseline standard for modern installations and handles everything most homes and businesses need today.
Specifications:
Best for: General office environments, home networks, CCTV cameras, VoIP phones, Wi-Fi access points, and most business applications where cable runs are under 55 metres.
Cat6A (Augmented Category 6) extends 10-Gigabit Ethernet support to the full 100-metre distance and provides superior resistance to crosstalk and interference. The tighter twist rates and improved shielding deliver more consistent performance, especially in environments with electrical interference.
Specifications:
Best for: Data centres, high-density environments, healthcare facilities, education buildings, anywhere requiring guaranteed 10Gbps performance or future-proofing for higher speeds. Cat6A is now the Ministry of Education standard for New Zealand schools.
For most applications, Cat6 provides excellent performance at a lower cost. Choose Cat6A when:
Cat6A typically costs 50% more than Cat6, but the performance gains make it worthwhile for demanding applications. We assess your requirements and recommend the most cost-effective solution.
Fibre optic cabling transmits data as light pulses rather than electrical signals, offering significant advantages over copper for certain applications: higher bandwidth, longer distances, immunity to electrical interference, and enhanced security (fibre can't be tapped without detection).
Single mode fibre uses a smaller core (8-9 microns) that allows only one light path, enabling transmission over very long distances with minimal signal loss. It's the standard for telecommunications networks and building-to-building connections.
Specifications:
Colour coding: Yellow jacket
Best for: Long-distance connections, campus backbones, connections between buildings, ISP handoffs.
Multimode fibre uses a larger core (50 microns) that allows multiple light paths. While limited to shorter distances than single mode, it's more cost-effective for in-building applications and supports the high speeds needed in data centres.
OM3 Specifications:
OM4 Specifications:
Best for: In-building backbones, data centre interconnects, high-speed connections under 550 metres.
Fibre optic cabling makes sense when:
We handle complete fibre installations including termination, fusion splicing, and testing with OTDR (Optical Time Domain Reflectometer) equipment.
Security systems have specific cabling requirements that differ from standard data networks. We install cabling purpose-built for CCTV, access control, intercoms, and alarm systems — ensuring reliable performance and proper integration.
Modern IP cameras run on the same Cat6 cabling as your data network, with Power over Ethernet (PoE) eliminating the need for separate power cables. We install camera cabling to support:
For existing analogue systems, we install coaxial cabling or use baluns to adapt Cat6 for HD-TVI, HD-CVI, and AHD cameras.
Access control systems typically require a mix of cabling types:
We install all cabling requirements for access control systems, ensuring proper separation from high-voltage wiring and compliance with relevant standards.
Intruder alarm systems use 4-core and 6-core alarm cable to connect sensors, keypads, and sirens to the control panel. We install:
We provide data and fibre cabling services across Auckland and nationwide for:
New fit-outs, office relocations, and expansions. Structured cabling systems with patch panels, cable management, and full documentation.
Cat6 outlets for home offices, media rooms, and smart home devices. Backbone cabling to support Wi-Fi access points throughout the house.
Ministry of Education accredited installations. Cat6A cabling to MOE standards with as-built documentation and testing certification.
Point-of-sale systems, EFTPOS connectivity, back-of-house networks, and Wi-Fi infrastructure for customer access.
Rugged installations for harsh environments. Cabling for CCTV, access control, and operational technology (OT) networks.
Not sure what cabling you need? Our team will assess your premises, review your requirements, and provide recommendations with transparent pricing — no obligation.