Compact Power: Your 4G Router for the Control Cabinet
The Teltonika RUT206 is the answer to the question of stable connectivity in confined spaces. Its extremely compact design, combined with a robust aluminum housing, makes it the first choice for installation in control cabinets, vending machines, or vehicles. Despite its small size, it is a full-fledged industrial router with Dual SIM Failover, designed for critical M2M and IoT applications. It withstands vibrations, extreme temperatures and ensures that your data is reliably transmitted even under the most adverse conditions. Easy mounting on a DIN rail or on the wall completes the well-thought-out concept.
Maximum Reliability through Dual-SIM & WAN Failover
A permanent connection is not an option, but a necessity. The RUT206 ensures this through its intelligent failover logic. With two SIM card slots, the router can automatically switch to a second mobile provider if the primary connection weakens, the data limit is reached, or the Network fails. But that's not all: additionally, the router can be configured to use an existing WiFi (Wi-Fi as WAN) or a wired connection as a backup. This multi-stage redundancy makes the RUT206 the perfect communication hub for applications where no downtime is tolerated.
Legacy Meets Industry 4.0: RS232 & RS485 On Board
The digitalization of industry requires the connection of existing systems. The RUT206 bridges the gap between the old and new worlds. With its integrated serial interfaces (RS232 and RS485), you can connect older machines, PLC controllers, sensors, or meters directly to the router. Via the 'Serial over IP' function, their data is securely transmitted over the mobile Network to a central control center. This makes your 'dumb' devices smart and seamlessly integrates them into modern IIoT and remote maintenance concepts without costly hardware upgrades.
Flexible Power Supply & Easy Integration
Integration into existing infrastructures becomes child's play with the RUT206. Thanks to support for Power over Ethernet (PoE, 802.3af) on the LAN1 port, you can supply the router with both data and power using just a single Ethernet Cable. This saves installation time and significantly reduces Cabling effort. Alternatively, the wide input voltage range of 9 to 57 V DC offers maximum flexibility for connection to various power sources, as commonly found in vehicles or industrial plants. As part of the Teltonika 4G / 5G Routers family, it can also be fully integrated into the Remote Management System (RMS), making the configuration and monitoring of hundreds of devices a breeze.
Strengths & Notes at a Glance
- Pro: Extremely robust and compact aluminum housing, ideal for harsh environments.
- Pro: High reliability through Dual-SIM failover and additional WAN backup options.
- Pro: Very flexible Power Supply via wide-range DC (9-57V) or standard PoE (802.3af).
- Pro: Integrated RS232 and RS485 interfaces for connecting legacy industrial devices.
- Note: The Ethernet ports are limited to 10/100 Mbps (Fast Ethernet), which could be a bottleneck for data-intensive LAN applications.
- Note: The WiFi module only supports Wi-Fi 4 in the 2.4 GHz band, which can lead to interference in environments with many networks.
Specifications & Features
| Manufacturer: | Teltonika |
| Model: | RUT206 |
| EAN: | 4779051842049 |
| Product Category: | Industrial 4G Router |
| CPU: | Mediatek MIPS 24KEc, 580 MHz |
| RAM: | 128 MB, DDR2 |
| Flash Memory: | 32 MB, NOR Flash |
| Mobile Module: | 4G Cat 4 |
| 4G-FDD Data Rate: | Up to 150 Mbps (Download) / 50 Mbps (Upload) |
| 3G Data Rate: | Up to 21 Mbps (Download) / 5.76 Mbps (Upload) |
| SIM Cards: | 2x Mini-SIM (2FF) with automatic failover |
| 4G-FDD Frequency Bands: | B1, B3, B5, B7, B8, B20, B28, B32 |
| 4G-TDD Frequency Bands: | B38, B40, B41 |
| 3G Frequency Bands: | B1, B5, B8 |
| Mobile Antenna Connectors: | 2x SMA (female) for Main + AUX |
| WiFi Standard: | IEEE 802.11b/g/n (Wi-Fi 4) |
| WiFi Frequency Band: | 2.4 GHz |
| WiFi Data Rate: | Up to 150 Mbps |
| WiFi Antenna Connector: | 1x RP-SMA (female) |
| WiFi Security: | WPA2-Enterprise, WPA2-PSK, WPA3-SAE, WPA3-EAP, OWE |
| VPN Protocols: | OpenVPN, IPsec, WireGuard, GRE, L2TP, PPTP, ZeroTier and many more |
| Ethernet Ports: | 2x RJ45, 10/100 Mbps (configurable as 1x WAN/1x LAN or 2x LAN) |
| Serial Interfaces: | 1x RS232, 1x RS485 (via 6-Pin Terminal Block) |
| Digital I/O: | 1x Digital Input, 1x Digital Output (via 6-Pin Terminal Block) |
| Input Voltage (DC): | 9 - 57 VDC (with reverse polarity protection) |
| Power over Ethernet (PoE): | Active: 802.3af Class 0 (LAN1) / Passive: 16 - 57 VDC (LAN1) |
| Power Consumption: | < 2 W (Idle), < 3.5 W (Maximum) |
| Housing: | Anodized Aluminum |
| Protection Class: | IP30 |
| Operating Temperature: | -40 °C to +75 °C |
| Dimensions (W x H x D): | 83 x 25 x 83 mm |
| Weight: | 132 g |
| Operating System: | RutOS (OpenWrt-based) |
| Remote Management: | Teltonika RMS, TR-069, SNMP, JSON-RPC |
Scope of Delivery
| 1 x Teltonika RUT206 Router |
| 2 x 4G Antenna (SMA male, swivel) |
| 1 x WiFi Antenna (RP-SMA male, swivel) |
| 1 x 6-Pin Terminal Block Connector |
| 1 x Quick Start Guide |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Is the Teltonika RUT206 suitable for use in vehicles?
Yes, the RUT206 is very well suited for use in vehicles, buses, or other mobile applications due to its robust design, wide operating temperature range, and broad DC input voltage range (9-57V), which tolerates voltage fluctuations in vehicles.
Can the RUT206 use two SIM cards simultaneously for more speed?
No, the RUT206 does not support 'bonding'. The dual-SIM functionality is exclusively for failover. If one SIM card loses connection or reaches its data limit, the router automatically switches to the second card.
Is a Power Supply included with the RUT206?
Typically, the RUT206 is supplied without a power supply, as it is often powered via PoE (Power over Ethernet) or an existing DC power source in a control cabinet. A suitable power supply must be purchased separately if required.
Does the RUT206 support remote maintenance without a public IP address?
Yes, the router is fully compatible with the Teltonika Remote Management System (RMS). This system enables secure remote access, configuration, and monitoring via a cloud platform, even if the device does not have a public IP address.
Can I address old serial devices over the Network with the RUT206?
Yes, this is one of its core functions. With the RS232 and RS485 interfaces and the 'Serial over IP' function, you can tunnel serial data over the TCP/IP network to remotely control and monitor older devices.
Which Antennas should I use for the RUT206?
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