Industrial Routers
That Are Designed for How IoT Is Actually Deployed
Overview
Industrial IoT connectivity provides many challenges but they rarely come from poor bandwidth.
Instead, they arise from inconsistent global hardware, limited cabinet space, strict power budgets, fragile remote-access methods, and the difficulty of managing devices once they are deployed.
Teltonika’s RUTM16 (LTE Cat 6) and RUTM20 (5G) routers are engineered specifically around these real‑world constraints. Rather than focusing on headline-throughput numbers, both models prioritise:
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Predictable long-term behaviour
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Global deployment flexibility
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Robust remote management
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Secure fleet‑wide maintainability
These are not minor revisions, they are deliberate additions to the Teltonika ecosystem, aimed at integrators, OEMs, and solution providers delivering managed IoT deployments at scale.
1. Shared Platform: Global, Manageable, Predictable
Both routers share a common architectural foundation that makes them suitable for industrial, AV, and IoT projects that must operate unattended for years.
1.1 Key Shared Features
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Dual physical SIM + eSIM support
Enables resilient multi-operator strategies and simplifies global supply chain planning. -
Full RutOS firmware stack
Includes firewalling, VPNs, VLANs, QoS, traffic shaping, routing features, and advanced diagnostics. -
Native integration with Teltonika RMS
Provides secure remote access, configuration management, and fleet‑level monitoring without the need for public IPs.
Why this matters
Dual SIM and eSIM allow connectivity architectures based on resilience—not operator lock-in.
RutOS ensures behaviour is consistent across Teltonika devices, reducing engineering overhead.
RMS enables secure, remote-first operation, minimising onsite interventions.
2. RUTM16 – Global LTE Cat 6 Router for Complex Edge Networks
2.1 Purpose
The RUTM16 is designed for deployment environments where LTE is the most practical and cost‑effective connectivity option, but where networking requirements resemble enterprise IT.
At its core is a Telit LTE Cat 6 global modem, chosen for:
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Extensive international band support
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Long-term availability
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Hardware consistency across multi‑year programmes
2.2 Typical Use Cases
Ideal for integrators in sectors such as:
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Robotics & industrial automation
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CCTV & security systems
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Fleet & transport environments
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Roadside / street IoT infrastructure
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RV / mobile workspaces
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POS & failover connectivity for offices
In these scenarios, predictable behaviour, segmentation, and remote visibility matter more than raw throughput.
2.3 Key Capabilities
Enterprise‑Style Networking without Extra Hardware
The RUTM16 includes five Gigabit Ethernet ports, enabling the device to act as a compact edge switch, saving additional hardware.
Advanced VLAN support enables clean segmentation between:
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OT networks
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Management networks
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Third-party devices
This helps meet cyber‑security and compliance requirements while keeping installations simple.
USB Expansion
USB offers options for:
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Storage
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Accessories
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Specialist integrations
Adding flexibility without increasing cabinet footprint.
Wi-Fi Built for Movement
Dual-band Wi‑Fi 5 with Mesh and Fast Roaming provides stable performance in mobile or dynamic environments such as vehicles or temporary installations.
The focus is reliability, not marketing-driven Wi‑Fi version inflation.
3. RUTM20 – Compact 5G Router for Space- and Power‑Constrained Projects
3.1 Purpose
The RUTM20 provides secure 5G connectivity in environments where space, power, and cable routing are limited.
It is designed for compact, repeatable deployments rather than large bespoke network cabinets.
3.2 Typical Use Cases
Common in:
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Digital signage enclosures
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Kiosk / POS systems
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AV systems
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Vehicle-mounted solutions
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Industrial control panels
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Compact IoT or modular systems
Traditional industrial routers are often too large or require separate power supplies.
The RUTM20 solves this.
3.3 Key Capabilities
Practical 5G – Real‑World Performance
A global Telit 5G modem ensures future‑proofed cellular capability in a compact form factor.
Integrated Wi‑Fi 5 supports commissioning, service access, and local client connectivity.
Crucially, the RUTM20 runs the full RutOS platform, avoiding the “cut‑down firmware” problem common with small routers.
PoE Passthrough for Simplified Installations
The RUTM20 features active PoE‑in and PoE‑out with passthrough, enabling:
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Single‑cable installs
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Powering downstream devices (cameras, signage, controllers)
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Reduced power-supply clutter
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Faster, cleaner deployments
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Fewer long-term points of failure
This dramatically speeds up AV and signage deployment workflows.
4. Remote‑First Operations
Both the RUTM16 and RUTM20 are engineered with the assumption that physical access will be rare, expensive, or undesirable once deployed.
Using Teltonika RMS, integrators can:
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Securely access devices without exposing services to the internet
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Monitor signal quality, coverage, uptime, and performance
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Push firmware and configuration updates
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Manage global fleets from a central platform
This aligns with how modern industrial and IoT systems are operated: distributed, long-lived, remotely maintained, and expected to run unattended.
5. Position in the Teltonika Ecosystem
These routers are additions, not replacements.
RUTM16
Strengthens LTE capabilities for integrators requiring enterprise‑grade networking over cellular.
RUTM20
Delivers deployable 5G in tight spaces with minimal power overhead and PoE architectural advantages.
Together they reinforce Teltonika’s strategic direction:
Hardware optimised for real-world constraints, backed by consistent software, long-term support, and scalable remote‑management tools.
6. Summary Table
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Feature |
RUTM16 |
RUTM20 |
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Primary Tech |
LTE Cat 6 |
5G (global) |
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SIM Options |
Dual SIM + eSIM |
Dual SIM + eSIM |
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Ethernet |
5× GbE |
Compact (varies) |
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Wi‑Fi |
Wi‑Fi 5 with roaming |
Wi‑Fi 5 |
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PoE |
No |
PoE In + PoE Out (passthrough) |
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Ideal For |
Edge networks needing segmentation |
Compact digital signage, kiosks, AV, IoT |
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OS |
RutOS (full) |
RutOS (full) |
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RMS Support |
Yes |
Yes |