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Robustel R5020 Lite 5G Router
Designed for industrial and remote deployments, the Robustel R5020 Lite 5G Router delivers reliable connectivity across multiple global 5G, 4G, and 3G bands. Its reinforced aluminium enclosure ensures durability against mechanical stress and environmental factors, while maintaining operation between -25 6C and 70 6C. This model features dual Gigabit Ethernet ports and dual-band 802.11ac Wi-Fi, supporting low-latency data transmission essential for continuous-duty use in automation and transport sectors. The router supports IPsec and DMVPN protocols for secure enterprise communication and runs RobustOS, which offers robust management through the RCMS platform.
Its IP30-rated housing resists ingress and meets 3GPP Release 16 standards, complementing shock and vibration tolerance for long-term, dependable performance. Power input ranges from 12 to 36 VDC, making integration flexible for various industrial power environments. The device supports up to two mini SIM slots and includes VPN tunnel functionality to maintain secure network connections. This combination of features suits the R5020 Lite for industrial-grade networking roles requiring consistent data throughput and secure operation under challenging conditions.
R5020-Lite Features
- Low cost industrial 5G Router
- Global 5G/4G/3G cellular connection
- Cutting-edge 5G 3GPP Release 16 cellular interface
- Supports Ethernet, Wi-Fi and 5G/4G internet with auto-failover
- 1 x RS232/RS485 (software configurable) ports for connection to industrial/legacy devices
- Fully programmable Operating System with well documented SDK
- Multiple VPN options are available, including DMVPN, IPsec, L2TP + more
- Free cloud management platform – RCMS
- Robust metal enclosure with small footprint – DIN-rail + wall mount options
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Product Type
Format
IP Rating
Manufacturer
Country Of Manufacture
China
Antenna Connectors
4 (ANT0 + ANT1 + ANT2 + ANT3)
Approvals / Certifications
IP30
Available Apps
L2TP, PPTP, DMVPN, VRRP, QoS, SNMP, Language, RCMS, Dynamic Route,Data Guard, Captive Portal, WLAN Multi AP
Built-in
Watchdog
Case Material
Metal
Cellular Region
Global ,UK,EMEA,USA,Australia,China,Europe,India,Japan,New Zealand,North America,Oceania,South America
Certifications
RoHS2.0, CE*,UKCA*,RCM* (*Planned)
Console Connectors
1 x 3-pin 3.5 mm female socket
Custom Options Products
Custom Logo,Case Colour,Connections,Conformal Coating,Anti-Bacterial Coating,Laser Etching,Power Supply,Mounting Options
Dimensions
136 x 115 x 32 mm
Enclosure
Aluminum
Ethernet Ports
2 x 10/100/1000 Mbps, 2 LAN by default, can be configured as 1 WAN + 1 LAN
Firewall
DMZ, anti-DoS, Filtering (IP/Domain name/MAC address), Port Mapping, Access Control
Frequency Bands
5G: NR SA/NSA: n1/n2/n3/n5/n7/n8/n12/n13/n14/n20/n25/n26/n28/n29/n30/n38/n40/n41/n48/n66/n71/n75/n76/n77/n78/n79
_x005F_x000D_4G: LTE FDD: B1/B2/B3/B4/B5/B7/B8/B12/B13/B14/B17/B18/
_x005F_x000D_B19/B20/B25/B26/B28/B29/B30/B32/B66/B71
_x005F_x000D_LTE TDD: B34/B38/B39/B40/B41/B42/B43/B48
_x005F_x000D_LAA: B46 (only supports 2 x 2 MIMO)
_x005F_x000D_3G: WCDMA: B1/B2/B4/B5/B8/B19
Housing Colour
Black
Humidity
5% to 95% (non-condensing)
Magnet Isolation Protection
1 KV
Management/Troubleshooting Tools
Web, CLI, SMS
Model
R5020L-A-5G-A25G - B098004
Operating Temperature
Minus 25 degrees celsius to 70 degrees celsius
Ordering Info
R5020L-A-5G-A25G - B098004
Others
Serial port - Transparent, TCP Client/Server, UDP, Modbus RTU to TCP. Data Guard etc.
Power
2-pin 3.5 mm female socket with lock
Power Consumption
Idle: 370mA@12 V Data link: 1.7 A (peak) @12 V
Power Input
12 ~ 36 VDC
Reset Button
1 x RST
SDK Flash
5MB
SDK Language
C, C++
SDK RAM
128MB
Serial Baud Rate
300bps to 115200bps
Serial ESD Protection
±8 KV
Serial Ports
1 x RS232 or 1 x RS485 (Software configurable)
Signal Definition
RS-232: TXD, RXD, GND RS-485: Data+ (A), Data- (B), Ground (GND)
SIM Slots
2 x Mini SIM (2FF)
Network Protocols
PPP, PPPoE, TCP, UDP, DHCP, ICMP, NAT, HTTP, HTTPs, DNS, ARP, NTP, SMTP, Telnet, SSH2, DDNS, etc.
Status LED
1 x RUN, 1 x Modem, 1 x USR, 1 x RSSI, 1 x Wi-Fi 2.4G,1 x Wi-Fi 5G
Storage Temperature
Minus 40 degrees celsius to 85 degrees celsius
VPN Tunnel
IPsec, OpenVPN, GRE
WI-FI Antennas
2 (WiFi1 + WiFi2)
WI-FI Connectors
RP-SMA-K
WI-FI Data Speed
5G: Up to 867Mbps 2.4G: Up to 300Mbps
WI-FI Frequency Bands
2.412 – 2.472 GHz (2.4 GHz ISM band) 5.15 – 5.825 GHz (5 GHz ISM band)
WI-FI Security
WPA, WPA2, WEP, WPA3*
WI-FI Standards
802.11b/g/n/ac 2*2 MIMO, supports AP and Client modes
The Robustel R5020 Lite 5G Router is designed and engineered for use in demanding environments where reliability, durability are essential. The R5020-Lite supports a wide range of industries and operational applications.
Common deployment industries include: Construction, Energy and Utilities, Industrial Manufacturing, Logistics And Supply Chain, Marine And Offshore, Public Sector, Rail And Transport, Security And Surveillance.
Across these sectors, the R5020-Lite is typically used in applications such as Construction Site Supervision And Reporting, Fleet Management And Telematics, Industrial HMI And Machine Interfacing, Mobile Workforce Operations, Robotics And Autonomous System Control, SCADA And Control-Room Access, Secure Communications And Command-And-Control, Vehicle-Mounted Computing (MDTs / VMCs).
These examples demonstrate the versatility of the R5020-Lite 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 R5020-Lite is appropriate for your specific application, please contact us.
The Robustel R5020 Lite 5G 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 R5020 Lite 5G Router, must be presented to RUGGED in the United Kingdom.
For more information about the Robustel R5020 Lite 5G Router or to arrange repairs and services not covered by the warranty, please visit the warranty section on our website.
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At RUGGED, we recognise that every project has its own unique demands. If you have any questions about the Robustel R5020-Lite or need a custom Cellular Router solution designed specifically for you, our team of technical experts are ready to assist you.
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- Dual 4G LTE modules for redundancy
- Reinforced metal housing with sealed interfaces
- Secure VPN with IPsec and OpenVPN support
- Voice integration via RJ11 interface

R5020-Lite
- Industrial-grade aluminium enclosure
- Dual Gigabit Ethernet ports with Wi-Fi
- Supports IPsec and DMVPN protocols
- Operates from -25°C to 70°C

- Reinforced metal housing for durability
- Dual Ethernet ports for flexible network setups
- Advanced VPN with IPsec and OpenVPN support
- Wide 9-36V DC input for continuous industrial use

- Industrial-grade sealed metal case
- Dual Mini SIM slots for network failover
- IP30 ingress and wide temperature range
- Supports multiple VPN protocols including IPsec and WireGuard

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Frequently Asked Questions
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connection is a priority for Rugged Limited. Our cellular routers incorporate a hardened OpenWrt operating system, which is based on Linux and specifically designed to prevent unauthorised access and maintain network integrity. This operating system helps to protect against many common vulnerabilities, offering a strong foundation for your network security.
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