What is Remote Terminal Units?

Remote Terminal Units (RTUs) are microprocessor-controlled electronic devices that interface objects in the physical world to a distributed control system or SCADA (Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition) system. RTUs are often used to monitor and control remote equipment and processes from a central location. They typically convert sensor signals to digital data and transmit that data to a master station. They are commonly used in industries such as oil and gas, water management, and power distribution for monitoring and controlling field devices like pumps, valves, and sensors.