Robustel R1511 Dual Ethernet Router

Designed for industrial and remote field deployments, the Robustel R1511 Dual Ethernet Router offers reliable network integration through two configurable 10/100 Mbps Ethernet ports and selectable RS232 or RS485 serial interfaces. Its rugged plastic case with IP30 ingress protection and wide operating temperature range from -40 to 85 degrees Celsius supports deployment in demanding environments. The router runs on a flexible 9 to 36 volts DC power input, making it adaptable to various power sources.

Robust EMI certifications and resistance to surge, electrostatic discharge, and interference underpin its continuous-duty suitability. Secure communication is maintained with IPsec and OpenVPN protocols. Wireless features include dual antenna connectivity with 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi and support for multiple encryption methods. These attributes ensure the R1511 integrates smoothly with Modbus RTU and other serial communication setups while offering versatile network access across industrial contexts.

R1511 Features

  • Dual Ethernet and choice of RS232 or RS485 port
  • Modbus RTU to Modbus TCP Gateway built-in
  • Ethernet, Wifi and 4G internet connection options with auto-failover
  • Free cloud management platform RCMS
  • Fully programmable Linux environment with excellent SDK Documentation
  • ‘Smart Reboot’ for enhanced roaming SIM management
  • RobustVPN provides fixed IP address on ANY SIM card
  • Full SMS control for diagnosis and recovery from data network problems
  • Very small footprint for space-constrained applications

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Manufacturer

Certifications & Standards

Ruggedness

IP Rating

Country Of Manufacture

China

Antenna Connectors

2 external antenna(MAIN + AUX) - SMA-K

Available Apps

L2TP, PPTP, DMVPN , VRRP, QoS, Captive Portal, WLAN Multi AP, SNMP, Language, RCMS

Built-in

Watchdog, Timer

Case Material

Rugged Plastic

Cellular Region

EMEA,Japan,North America,Oceania

Certifications

IP30, UL 94 V-0, 5 VB

Custom Options Products

Custom Logo,Case Colour,Connections,Conformal Coating,Anti-Bacterial Coating,Laser Etching,Power Supply,Mounting Options

Dimensions

91.5 x 91.5 x 31.5 mm

Emissions / Immunity

EMI EN 55032: 2012/AC: 2013 (CE & RE) Class B -- EMS IEC 61000-4-2 (ESD) Contact Level 2; IEC 61000-4-3 (RS) Level 2 IEC 61000-4-4 (EFT) Level 2 IEC 61000-4-5 (Surge) Level 2 IEC 61000-4-6 (CS) Level 2

Ethernet Ports

2 x 10/100 Mbps, 2 x LAN or 1 x LAN + 1 x WAN

Firewall

DMZ, anti-DoS, Filtering (IP/Domain name/MAC address), Port Mapping, Access Control

Frequency Bands

EMEA CAT4 4G: LTE FDD: B1/B3/B7/B8/B20/B28A 3G: WCDMA: B1/B8 2G: GSM: B3/B8 Oceania CAT4 4G: LTE FDD: B1/B2/B3/B4/B5/B7/B8/B28 LTE TDD: B40 3G: WCDMA: B1/B2/B5/B8 2G: GSM: B2/B3/B5/B8 Japan CAT4 4G: LTE FDD: B1/B3/B8/B18/B19/B26 LTE TDD: B41 3G: WCDMA: B1/B6/B8/B19 North America CAT4 4G: LTE FDD: B2/B4/B5/B12/B13/B14/B66/B71 3G: WCDMA: B2/B4/B5 Please contact us for more detailed information on model numbers and for the availability of “Global” routers. * For more information about frequency bands in different countries, please contact us.

Housing Colour

Black

Humidity

5% to 95% (non-condensing)

Magnet Isolation Protection

1.5 KV

Management/Troubleshooting Tools

Web, CLI, SMS

Operating Temperature

Minus 25 degrees celsius to 70 degrees celsius

Ordering Info

R1511 Dual Ethernet Router

Power Consumption

Idle: 100 mA@12 V Data link: 500 mA (peak) @12 V

Power Input

9 to 36V DC

Power Supply Connector

2-pin 3.5 mm female socket

Reset Button

1 x RST

SDK Flash

4MB

SDK Language

C, C++, Linux Shell scripts

SDK RAM

64MB

Serial Baud Rate

300bps to 115200bps

Serial Ports

1 x RS-232 or 1 x RS-485 (Hardware configuration) - 3-pin 3.5 mm female socket

SIM Slots

1 Mini SIM (2 FF)

Network Protocols

PPPoE, DHCP , NAT, DNS, NTP, SMTP, Telnet, VLAN,VLAN, VLAN, SSH2, DDNS, etc.

Status LED

1 x RUN, 1 x MDM, 1 x USR, 1 x RSSI, 1 x WLAN

Storage Temperature

Minus 40 degrees celsius to 85 degrees celsius

VPN Tunnel

IPsec, OpenVPN, GRE

WI-FI Antennas

2 (1 external antenna, 1 PCB antenna)

WI-FI Connectors

RP-SMA-K (external antenna)

WI-FI Data Speed

2*2 MIMO, 300 Mbps

WI-FI Encryption

64/128 AES, TKIP

WI-FI Frequency Bands

2.4 GHz

WI-FI Security

WEP, WPA, WPA2

WI-FI Standards

802.11b/g/n, supports AP and Client modes

The Robustel R1511 Dual Ethernet Router is designed and engineered for use in demanding environments where reliability, durability are essential. The R1511 supports a wide range of industries and operational applications.

Common deployment industries include: Construction, Energy and Utilities, Industrial Manufacturing, Logistics And Supply Chain, Natural Resources and Mining, Oil and Gas, Rail And Transport, Security And Surveillance.

Across these sectors, the R1511 is typically used in applications such as Fleet Management And Telematics, Industrial HMI And Machine Interfacing, Mobile Workforce Operations, Preventive And Corrective Maintenance, Process Control And Shop-Floor Monitoring, SCADA And Control-Room Access, Secure Communications And Command-And-Control, Vehicle Diagnostics And Onboard Systems.

These examples demonstrate the versatility of the R1511 across both industry sectors and real-world operational use cases. Its suitability extends well beyond the scenarios listed above, making it a flexible solution for a broad range of requirements.

For further information, or to assess whether the R1511 is appropriate for your specific application, please contact us.

The Robustel R1511 Dual Ethernet Router comes with a 2 Year Limited Warranty against defects in workmanship and materials, effective from the date of shipment (unless otherwise agreed in writing).

To receive service under this warranty, the eligible product, Robustel R1511 Dual Ethernet Router, must be presented to RUGGED in the United Kingdom.

For more information about the Robustel R1511 Dual Ethernet Router or to arrange repairs and services not covered by the warranty, please visit the warranty section on our website.

Do you need further details about the Robustel R1511 Dual Ethernet Router, or would you like to discuss a customised solution or demonstration?

At RUGGED, we recognise that every project has its own unique demands. If you have any questions about the Robustel R1511 or need a custom solution designed specifically for you, our team of technical experts are ready to assist you.

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