Looking for a way to have a stable and fast connection in demanding industrial environments, but without investing in the most expensive 5G solutions? Imagine a device that combines the low latency advantages known from 5G with the affordability and flexibility your business needs. Add to that reliability with dual SIM cards, a multitude of interfaces to integrate with existing infrastructure and you have a recipe for communications success.
Teltonika RUT976 is an industrial cellular router designed for professional applications. It uses 5G RedCap technology, positioning itself between traditional 4G solutions and full-fledged 5G. As a result, it offers a balanced approach that enables you to take advantage of key fifth-generation network advantages, such as responsiveness, while keeping deployment costs under control. With a compact and ruggedized chassis, the device excels in the harsh conditions typical of industrial environments, offering stable connectivity where it is needed most.
What exactly does 5G RedCap (Reduced Capability), also known as NR-Light, mean? It's a standard created to bridge the technology and cost gap. The RUT976, by supporting this technology (in SA - Standalone architecture), offers the low latency inherent in 5G networks, which is crucial for applications that require fast response, such as industrial automation and remote control. At the same time, by reducing complexity compared to full 5G, the technology becomes more affordable and better suited to many IoT (Internet of Things) applications, where not only speed but also cost efficiency matters. The RUT976 enables wireless support for up to 100 end devices.
Continuity of operation is fundamental in professional applications. The Teltonika RUT976 takes care of it in several ways. First, it features two SIM card slots (Dual SIM) with automatic failover. If one carrier fails or loses coverage, the router will automatically switch to the other card, minimizing the risk of downtime. In addition, the WAN failover feature allows you to set up a backup Internet source (such as a cable connection) to which the device will switch in case of problems with the mobile network. Importantly, if 5G coverage is limited, the RUT976 is backward-compatible with proven 4G LTE Category 4 technology, expanding its use in a variety of locations.
The RUT976 router is a real communication center thanks to its rich set of ports and interfaces. It features:
At the heart of the router is the RutOS operating system (based on OpenWrt), which offers extensive configuration options and customization of the device to meet specific needs. The RUT976 supports popular industrial protocols such as MQTT, BACnet and OPC UA, which facilitates integration within existing SCADA systems or IoT platforms. The device is fully compatible with Teltonika's Remote Management System (RMS). The RMS platform enables remote monitoring of device fleets, mass configuration, software updates and diagnostics, significantly simplifying the management of distributed network infrastructure and increasing security.
5G RedCap (Reduced Capability) is a simplified version of the 5G standard, designed for industrial and IoT applications. In the RUT976 router, the technology enables low latency similar to full 5G, which is beneficial for applications that require fast response, but with lower complexity and lower implementation costs. This is the optimal solution for many scenarios where 4G performance is insufficient and full 5G is not necessary or is too costly.
Yes. Teltonika's RUT976 router is backward compatible with 4G LTE Category 4 networks. This means that even if 5G coverage is not yet available in your location (or is weak), the device will automatically connect to an available 4G LTE network, taking care of data transmission continuity. The Dual SIM function with automatic switching further enhances the reliability of the connection.
The RUT976, with its combination of 5G RedCap technology, a wealth of interfaces (Ethernet, RS232, RS485, I/O) and reliability features (Dual SIM, WAN Failover), is ideal for a wide range of industries. Examples of applications include: remote monitoring and control in industrial automation, telemetry systems, smart grids (Smart Grid), applications in transportation and logistics (vehicle tracking thanks to GNSS), solutions for smart cities (e.g., environmental monitoring), and wherever stable, remotely managed connectivity is needed for machines and devices (M2M/IoT).
