TC Routers The industrial 4G and 5G cellular routers facilitate reliable and high-performance data connections to remote stations via the cellular network – with fallback to 3G and 2G. This means that they can be used anywhere, regardless of which technology provides reliable network coverage at the location. The extended temperature range from -40 to +70°C also means that they can be used in any climate.
Your advantages
- New 5G cellular technology for public and private networks (stand-alone and non-stand-alone)
- Complete network security with private APN (access point name), stateful-packet-inspection firewall, and VPN
- Universal in application – from SMS and email messages, through lean cloud and remote control protocols, all the way to 5G broadband connection
- Easy integration into the system via at least two Ethernet connections or as a WLAN access point
- User-friendly operation directly on the device front and configuration via SD card or web interface
High-throughput 5G router with four Ethernet ports and 4x4 MIMO cellular interfaces
Very high bandwidth with 5G and a powerful processor TC Router 5000 series
The TC ROUTER 5004T-5G EU is the first member of the TC ROUTER family to feature a 5G cellular interface. It is equipped with a powerful processor platform and four Gigabit Ethernet ports to handle the high data rates of 5G (5G NR) and 4G (LTE Advanced Pro).
In addition to use in public networks, you can also set up private networks with the 5G router and thus control the properties and reliability of the 5G network yourself. The advantages of a private network are that you can track, store, analyze, direct, and flexibly configure data traffic in your company to suit your requirements.
As the device with the highest throughput in the family, it is particularly suitable for applications such as video transmission or the transfer of large firmware or configuration files to machines and remote stations.
4G router for universal use with integrated WLAN interface and Ethernet WAN port
Maximum flexibility with WAN and WLAN interface TC ROUTER 4000 series
Thanks to the integrated WLAN interface, the TC ROUTER 4102T-4G EU WLAN can act as an access point and easily integrate surrounding devices into the network via WLAN. Therefore, an additional WLAN access point on the DIN rail is no longer necessary. Moreover, during maintenance, the WLAN network can be used separately from the application to access the Internet. You are therefore no longer dependent on a cellular solution when using a laptop or smartphone.
The TC Router features versatile uplink options on the WAN side. The various options for WAN connectivity and dual SIM capability, thanks to the SIM card and integrated eSIM, make the device particularly failsafe and flexible in use.
With a configurable Ethernet WAN port or as a WLAN client, several connection options can be used for remote communication. In the event of an error, the cellular connection takes over communication, avoiding an interruption of the connection to the remote station. This ensures high availability in critical infrastructure applications such as secondary substations, measuring and switching points for power supply or pumps and elevated tanks in water supply.
4G router for worldwide use with global cellular module
Worldwide connectivity with just one cellular router TC ROUTER 3000 series
The TC ROUTER 3002T-4G GL combines global frequency coverage with local provider and wireless approvals in just one item number. This makes the device ideal for international operators or cross-border projects.
Furthermore, the 3000 series router features a cost-optimized design for connecting a remote station via cellular communication. This makes it a particularly easy-to-operate device in price-sensitive applications.
Typical applications for the device include municipal power providers or the transport sector, such as the connection of traffic light systems, sign bridges, locks, or lighting systems for waterways and aviation.
Central device management with the TC Router Online Manager
Management for cellular routers
The TC Router Online Manager (TOM) enables automated regular updates for all devices in the TC Router family from Phoenix Contact.
Security updates, the latest firmware versions, and configuration changes can be transmitted to all devices worldwide as a mass rollout in defined time windows.
This web-based management platform also documents the device status, i.e., the online connection of all TC Routers over several years.
The TC Router Online Manager can be operated locally (on premises) or in a cloud (e.g., Amazon Web Services).
SMS messages provide technicians and the control system with access to the process
Use as an SMS and email gateway
Along with communication from a remote system to the control room or cloud, the TC Router family also features further interfaces.
For example, the XML interface can extend the existing I/Os of the router without limits. An upstream controller issues commands to send messages by SMS or email via the interface. Incoming SMS messages can also trigger events in the controller. The router can thus be used as an SMS gateway, which is of benefit in particular when there is very little communication traffic. Furthermore, a virtual private network (VPN) can be started via SMS message.
The TC Routers are also suitable for solar-powered systems
Energy-saving mode
The energy-saving mode of the devices significantly reduces power consumption in standby mode. Particularly in solar-powered remote stations, this allows error-free operation despite the few hours of sunlight.
The energy-saving mode is controlled via a digital input and, in the case of the TC ROUTER 4000 series, also via calendar-controlled switch.
Overview of the TC Router product family
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| TC ROUTER 5004T-5G EU | TC ROUTER 3002T-4G GL | |
| Area of application | 5G, Europe | 4G, global |
| VPN | up to three VPN tunnels (IPsec or OpenVPN) | up to three VPN tunnels (IPsec or OpenVPN) |
| Inputs / outputs | four digital inputs, two digital outputs | two digital inputs, one digital output |
| Cellular fallback | 4G (LTE Advanced Pro), 3G (HSPA+) | 3G (HSPA+), 2G (EDGE) |
| Ethernet interface | 4 x Gigabit LAN | 2 x LAN |
| Fallback WAN interface | no | no |
| WLAN interface | no | no |
| Support for TC Router Online Manager | yes | yes |
| Item no. | 1438475 | 1632697 |
| To the product list | To the product list |
Overview of other TC Routers
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| TC ROUTER 4002T-4G EU | TC ROUTER 4102T-4G EU WLAN | TC ROUTER 4202T-4G EU WLAN | |
| Area of application | 4G, Europe | 4G, Europe | 4G, Europe |
| VPN | no limit, limited by system resources and available bandwidth | no limit, limited by system resources and available bandwidth | no limit, limited by system resources and available bandwidth |
| Inputs / outputs | four digital inputs, two digital outputs | four digital inputs, two digital outputs | two digital inputs, one digital output, and 1 x RS-232/RS-485 interface |
| Cellular fallback | 3G (HSPA+), 2G (EDGE) | 3G (HSPA+), 2G (EDGE) | 3G (HSPA+), 2G (EDGE) |
| Ethernet interface | 1 x LAN, 1 x WAN, or 2 x LAN (configurable) | 1 x LAN, 1 x WAN, or 2 x LAN (configurable) | 1 x LAN, 1 x WAN, or 2 x LAN (configurable) |
| Fallback WAN interface | Ethernet | Ethernet and WLAN | Ethernet and WLAN |
| WLAN interface | no | Access point and client, Wi-Fi IEEE 802.11 a/b/g/n | Access point and client, Wi-Fi IEEE 802.11 a/b/g/n |
| Support for TC Router Online Manager | yes | yes | yes |
| Item no. | 1234352 | 1234353 | 1234354 |
| To the product list | To the product list | To the product list |
