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Teltonika RUT241 eSIM™ Industrial 4G eSIM Router
Designed for industrial IoT and M2M deployments, the Teltonika RUT241 eSIM Industrial 4G Router provides secure, multi-network connectivity with seamless failover. It supports a physical SIM slot alongside up to seven eSIM profiles, allowing flexible network management without manual SIM swaps. The robust aluminium housing and impact-resistant casing ensure durability in continuous-duty applications, while its sealed design offers dust protection. This router meets IP30 ingress protection and MIL-STD-810G vibration resistance standards, making it suitable for harsh environments.
Operating temperatures range from -40 C to 75 C, supporting reliable performance across wide conditions. Featuring LTE Cat 4 connectivity with data speeds up to 150 Mbps downlink, it balances speed and resilience. The built-in TPM 2.0 module enhances data security by safeguarding authentication credentials. Additional practical features include dual SMA LTE and RP-SMA Wi-Fi antennas, two RJ45 LAN/WAN ports, digital input/output, and flexible power options including passive PoE. The RUT241 integrates with Teltonika 9s RMS platform for remote management, simplifying device administration in industrial settings.
RUT241-eSIM Features
- 4G LTE (Cat 4), 3G, 2G
- Seamless connectivity with eSIM™ SGP.22
- Next-gen router security with Trusted Platform Module
- For easy & convenient eSIM™ profile management
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Product Type
Manufacturer
Country Of Manufacture
Lithuania
Mobile module
4G LTE Cat 4 up to 150 DL/50 UL Mbps; 3G up to 21 DL/5.76 UL Mbps; 2G up to 236.8 DL/236.8 UL kbps
3GPP Release
Release 10/11 depending on the hardware version
eSIM
Consumer type eSIM, profile download and removal operations, up to 7 eSIM profiles
Status
IMSI, ICCID, operator, operator state, data connection state, network type, bandwidth, connected band, signal strength (RSSI), SINR, RSRP, RSRQ, EC/IO, RSCP, data sent/received, LAC, TAC, cell ID, ARFCN, UARFCN, EARFCN, MCC, and MNC
SMS
SMS status, SMS configuration, send/read SMS via HTTP POST/GET, EMAIL to SMS, SMS to EMAIL, SMS to HTTP, SMS to SMS, scheduled SMS, SMS autoreply, SMPP
USSD
Supports sending and reading Unstructured Supplementary Service Data messages
Black/White list
Operator black/white list (by country or separate operators)
Multiple PDN
Possibility to use different PDNs for multiple network access and services
Band management
Band lock, Used band status display
SIM PIN code management
SIM PIN code management enables setting, changing, or disabling the SIM card's PIN
APN
Auto APN
Bridge
Direct connection (bridge) between mobile ISP and device on LAN
Passthrough
Router assigns its mobile WAN IP address to another device on LAN
Wireless mode
802.11b/g/n (Wi-Fi 4), Access Point (AP), Station (STA)
Wi-Fi security
WPA2-Enterprise - PEAP, WPA2-PSK, WPA-EAP, WPA-PSK, WPA3-SAE, WPA3-EAP, OWE; AES-CCMP, TKIP, Auto-cipher modes, client separation, EAP-TLS with PKCS#12 certificates, disable auto-reconnect
SSID/ESSID
SSID stealth mode and access control based on MAC address
Wi-Fi users
Up to 50 simultaneous connections
Wireless Connectivity Features
Fast roaming (802.11r), Relayd, BSS transition management (802.11v), radio resource measurement (802.11k)
Wireless MAC filter
Whitelist, blacklist
Wireless QR code generator
Once scanned, a user will automatically enter your network without needing to input login information.
Hotspot
Captive portal (hotspot), internal/external Radius server, Radius MAC authentication, SMS authorisation, SSO authentication, internal/external landing page, walled garden, user scripts, URL parameters, user groups, individual user or group limitations, user management, 9 default customisable themes and optionality to upload and download customised hotspot themes
Routing
Static routing, Dynamic routing (BGP, OSPF v2, RIP v1/v2, EIGRP, NHRP), Policy based routing
Network protocols
TCP, UDP, IPv4, IPv6, ICMP, NTP, DNS, HTTP, HTTPS, SFTP, FTP, SMTP, SSL/TLS, ARP, VRRP, PPP, PPPoE, UPNP, SSH, DHCP, Telnet, SMPP, SNMP, MQTT, Wake On Lan (WOL)
VoIP passthrough support
H.323 and SIP-alg protocol NAT helpers, allowing proper routing of VoIP packets
Connection monitoring
Ping Reboot, Wget Reboot, Periodic Reboot, LCP and ICMP for link inspection
Firewall
Port forward, traffic rules, custom rules
Firewall status page
View all your Firewall statistics, rules, and rule counters
Ports management
View device ports, enable and disable each of them, turn auto-configuration on or off, change their transmission speed, and so on
Network topology
Visual representation of your network, showing which devices are connected to which other devices
Hotspot
Captive portal (hotspot), internal/external Radius server, Radius MAC authentication, SMS authorisation, SSO authentication, internal/external landing page, walled garden, user scripts, URL parameters, user groups, individual user or group limitations, user management, 9 default customisable themes and optionality to upload and download customised hotspot themes
DHCP
Static and dynamic IP allocation, DHCP relay, DHCP server configuration, status, static leases: MAC with wildcards
QoS / Smart Queue Management (SQM)
Traffic priority queuing by source/destination, service, protocol or port, WMM, 802.11e
DDNS
Supported >25 service providers, others can be configured manually
DNS over HTTPS
DNS over HTTPS proxy enables secure DNS resolution by routing DNS queries over HTTPS
Network backup
Wi-Fi WAN, Mobile, VRRP, Wired options, each of which can be used as an automatic Failover
Load balancing
Balance Internet traffic over multiple WAN connections
SSHFS
Possibility to mount remote file system via SSH protocol
WAN
1 x WAN port 10/100 Mbps, compliance IEEE 802.3, IEEE 802.3u, 802.3az standards, supports auto MDI/MDIX
LAN
1 x LAN port, 10/100 Mbps, compliance with IEEE 802.3, IEEE 802.3u standards, supports auto MDI/MDIX
DLMS Support
DLMS - standard protocol for utility meter data exchange
Supported modes
Client
Supported connection types
TCP
Authentication
Firewall
Attack prevention
Pre-shared key, digital certificates, X.509 certificates, TACACS+, Internal & External RADIUS users authentication, IP & login attempts block, time-based login blocking, built-in random password generator
VLAN
Pre-configured firewall rules can be enabled via WebUI, unlimited firewall configuration via CLI; DMZ; NAT; NAT-T
Mobile quota control
DDOS prevention (SYN flood protection, SSH attack prevention, HTTP/HTTPS attack prevention), port scan prevention (SYN-FIN, SYN-RST, X-mas, NULL flags, FIN scan attacks)
WEB filter
Port and tag-based VLAN separation
Access control
Mobile data limit, customizable period, start time, warning limit, phone number
TPM
Blacklist for blocking out unwanted websites, Whitelist for specifying allowed sites only
SSL certificate generation
Flexible access control of SSH, Web interface, CLI and Telnet
OpenVPN
Identification and authentication module, TPM 2.0 standard
OpenVPN Encryption
Let's encrypt support
IPsec
Multiple clients and a server can run simultaneously, 27 encryption methods
GRE
DES-CBC 64, RC2-CBC 128, DES-EDE-CBC 128, DES-EDE3-CBC 192, DESX-CBC 192, BF-CBC 128, RC2-40-CBC 40, CAST5-CBC 128, RC2-64-CBC 64, AES-128-CBC 128, AES-128-CFB 128, AES-128-CFB1 128, AES-128-CFB8 128, AES-128-OFB 128, AES-128-GCM 128, AES-192-CFB 192, AES-192-CFB1 192, AES-192-CFB8 192, AES-192-OFB 192, AES-192-CBC 192, AES-192-GCM 192, AES-256-GCM 256, AES-256-CFB 256, AES-256-CFB1 256, AES-256-CFB8 256, AES-256-OFB 256, AES-256-CBC 256
PPTP, L2TP
XFRM, IKEv1, IKEv2, with 14 encryption methods for IPsec (3DES, DES, AES128, AES192, AES256, AES128GCM8, AES192GCM8, AES256GCM8, AES128GCM12, AES192GCM12, AES256GCM12, AES128GCM16, AES192GCM16, AES256GCM16)
Stunnel
GRE tunnel, GRE tunnel over IPsec support
DMVPN
Client/Server instances can run simultaneously, L2TPv3, L2TP over IPsec support
SSTP
Proxy designed to add TLS encryption functionality to existing clients and servers without any changes in the program’s code
ZeroTier
Method of building scalable IPsec VPNs
WireGuard
SSTP client instance support
Tinc
ZeroTier VPN client support
Supported modes
WireGuard VPN client and server support
Supported connection types
Tinc offers encryption, authentication and compression in it's tunnels. Client and server support.
Supported modes
Client, Server
Supported connection types
TCP
Custom registers
Server, Client
Supported data formats
TCP
Protocol
MODBUS TCP custom register block requests, which read/write to a file inside the router, and can be used to extend MODBUS TCP Client functionality
Data to server
8-bit: INT, UINT; 16-bit: INT, UINT (MSB or LSB first); 32-bit: float, INT, UINT (ABCD (big-endian), DCBA (little-endian), CDAB, BADC), HEX, ASCII
Modbus MQTT Gateway
HTTP(S), MQTT, Azure MQTT, Kinesis
Supported modes
Extract parameters from multiple sources and different protocols, and send them all to a single server; Custom LUA scripting, allowing scripts to utilize the router's Data to server feature
Supported connection
Allows sending commands and receiving data from MODBUS Server through MQTT broker
Teltonika Networks Web API (beta) support
Station, Outstation
WEB UI
TCP
FOTA
Expand your device's possibilities by using a set of configurable API endpoints to retrieve or change data. For more information, please refer to this documentation: https://developers.teltonika-networks.com
SSH
HTTP/HTTPS, status, configuration, FW update, CLI, troubleshoot, multiple event log servers, firmware update availability notifications, event log, system log, kernel log, Internet status
SMS
Firmware update from server, automatic notification
Call
SSH (v1, v2)
TR-069
SMS status, SMS configuration, send/read SMS via HTTP POST/GET
MQTT
Reboot, Status, Mobile data on/off, Output on/off, answer/hang-up with a timer, Wi-Fi on/off
SNMP
OpenACS, EasyCwmp, ACSLite, tGem, LibreACS, GenieACS, FreeACS, LibCWMP, Friendly tech, AVSystem
JSON-RPC
MQTT Broker, MQTT publisher
RMS
SNMP (v1, v2, v3), SNMP Trap, Brute force protection
ThingWorx
Management API over HTTP/HTTPS
Cumulocity - Cloud of Things
Teltonika Remote Management System (RMS)
Azure IoT Hub
Allows monitoring of: WAN Type, WAN IP, Mobile Operator Name, Mobile Signal Strength, Mobile Network Type
CPU
Allows monitoring of: Device Model, Revision and Serial Number, WAN Type and IP, Mobile Cell ID, ICCID, IMEI, Connection Type, Operator, Signal Strength. Has reboot and firmware upgrade actions.
RAM
Can be configured with Data to Server to send all the available parameters to the cloud. Has Direct method support which allows to execute RutOS API calls on the IoT Hub. Also has Plug and Play integration with Device Provisioning Service that allows zero-touch device provisioning to IoT Hubs
FLASH storage
Mediatek, 580 MHz, MIPS 24KEc
WEB UI
128 MB, DDR2
FOTA
16 MB, SPI Flash
RMS
Update FW from file, check FW on server, configuration profiles, configuration backup
Keep settings
Update FW
Factory settings reset
Update FW/configuration for multiple devices at once
Operating system
Update FW without losing current configuration
Supported languages
A full factory reset restores all system settings, including the IP address, PIN, and user data to the default manufacturer's configuration
Development tools
RutOS (OpenWrt based Linux OS)
GPL customization
Busybox shell, Lua, C, C++
Package Manager
SDK package with build environment provided
Input
You can create your own custom, branded firmware and web page application by changing colours, logos, and other elements in our firmware to fit your or your clients’ needs
Output
The Package Manager is a service used to install additional software on the device
Events
1 x Digital Input, 0 - 6 V detected as logic low, 8 - 30 V detected as logic high
I/O juggler
1 x Digital Output, Open collector output, max output 30 V, 300 mA
Connector
Email, RMS, SMS
Input voltage range
Allows to set certain I/O conditions to initiate event
PoE (passive)
4-pin industrial DC power socket
Power consumption
9 – 30 VDC, reverse polarity protection; surge protection >31 VDC 10us max
Ethernet
Passive PoE over spare pairs. Possibility to power up through LAN1 port, not compatible with IEEE802.3af, 802.3at and 802.3bt standards, Mode B, 9 - 30 VDC
I/O’s
< 6.5 W Max
Status LEDs
2 x RJ45 ports, 10/100 Mbps
SIM
1 x Digital Input, 1 x Digital Output on 4-pin power connector
Power
3 x Connection type status LEDs, 5 x Connection strength LEDs, 2 x LAN status LEDs, 1 x Power LED
Antennas
1 x SIM slot (Mini SIM – 2FF), 1.8 V/3 V, external SIM holder
Reset
1 x 4-pin power connector
Casing material
2 x SMA for LTE, 1 x RP-SMA for Wi-Fi antenna connectors
Dimensions (W x H x D)
Reboot/User default reset/Factory reset button
Weight
Aluminium housing, plastic panels
Mounting options
83 x 25 x 74 mm
Operating temperature
125 g
Operating humidity
DIN rail, wall mount, flat surface (all require additional kit)
Ingress Protection Rating
-40 °C to 75 °C
Regulatory
10% to 90% non-condensing
Operator
IP30
Standards
CE, UKCA, ANRT, Kenya, ICASA, FCC, IC, PTCRB, NOM, RCM, KC, Giteki, IMDA, E-mark, CB, UL/CSA Safety, RoHS, REACH, R118
ESD
AT&T, Verizon, T-Mobile, Uscellular
Radiated Immunity
EN 55032:2015 + A11:2020 EN 55035:2017 + A11:2020 EN IEC 61000-3-2:2019 EN 61000-3-3:2013 + A1:2019 EN 301 489-1 V2.2.3 EN 301 489-17 V3.2.4 Final Draft EN 301 489-52 V1.2.0
EFT
EN 61000-4-2:2009
Surge Immunity (AC Mains Power Port)
EN IEC 61000-4-3:2020
CS
EN 61000-4-4:2012
DIP
EN 61000-4-5:2014 + A1:2017
Standards
EN 61000-4-6:2014
Standards
EN 61000-4-11:2020
The Teltonika RUT241 eSIM™ Industrial 4G eSIM Router is designed and engineered for use in demanding environments where reliability, durability are essential. The RUT241-eSIM 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, Public Sector, Security And Surveillance.
Across these sectors, the RUT241-eSIM is typically used in applications such as Field Data Capture And Reporting, Health, Safety, And Compliance Inspections, 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-Mounted Computing (MDTs / VMCs).
These examples demonstrate the versatility of the RUT241-eSIM 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 RUT241-eSIM is appropriate for your specific application, please contact us.
The Teltonika RUT241 eSIM™ Industrial 4G eSIM Router comes with a 24 Month Limited Warrany 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, Teltonika RUT241 eSIM™ Industrial 4G eSIM Router, must be presented to RUGGED in the United Kingdom.
For more information about the Teltonika RUT241 eSIM™ Industrial 4G eSIM Router or to arrange repairs and services not covered by the warranty, please visit the warranty section on our website.
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