Diesel Generator Sets

3516E High Voltage Generator Set

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Overview

Caterpillar is leading the power generation marketplace with Power Solutions engineered to deliver unmatched flexibility, expandability, reliability, and cost-effectiveness.

Generator Set Specifications

Minimum Rating
2500 ekW
Maximum Rating
2750 eKW
Voltage
4160 to 13800 volts
Frequency
60 Hz
Speed
1800 RPM

Generator Set Configurations

Emissions/Fuel Strategy
US. EPA Stationary Emergency Use Only (Tier 2)

Engine Specifications

Engine Model
3516E, SCAC, V-16, 4-Stroke, Water-Cooled Diesel
Bore
6.69 in
170.00 mm
Stroke (HD)
8.46 in
215.00 mm
Compression Ratio
14.3:1
Aspiration
ATAAC
Governor Type
Adem™ A5
Fuel System
MEUI
Aspiration
ATAAC
Fuel System
MEUI
Bore
6.69 in
170.00 mm
Stroke - HD
8.46 in
215.00 mm
Features

Cat Diesel Engine

  • Reliable, rugged, durable design
  • Field-proven in thousands of applications worldwide
  • Four-stroke-cycle diesel engine combines consistent performance and excellent fuel economy with minimum weight

    • Generator

  • Matched to the performance and output characteristics of Cat engines
  • Industry leading mechanical and electrical design
  • Industry leading motor starting capabilities
  • High Efficiency

    • Cat EMCP Control Panel

    The EMCP controller features the reliability and durability you have come to expect from your Cat equipment. EMCP4 is a scalable control platform designed to ensure reliable generator set operation, providing extensive information about power output and engine operation. EMCP4 systems can be further customized to meet your needs through programming and expansion modules.

    Seismic Certification

  • Seismic Certification available.
  • Anchoring details are site specific, and are dependent on many factors such as generator set size, weight, and concrete strength.
  • IBC Certification requires that the anchoring system used is reviewed and approved by a Professional Engineer
  • Seismic Certification per Applicable Building Codes: IBC 2000, IBC 2003, IBC 2006, IBC 2009, CBC 2007, CBC 2010

    • Design Criteria

    The generator set accepts 100% rated load in one step per NFPA 110 and conforms to the ISO 8528-5:2013 G3 for load acceptance & steady state.

    Single-Source Supplier

    Fully prototype tested with certified torsional vibration analysis available

    World Wide Product Support

    Cat Dealers provide extensive post sale support including maintenance and repair agreements. Cat dealers have over 1,800 dealer branch stores operating in 200 countries. The Cat® SOSSM program cost effectively detects internal engine component condition, even the presence of unwanted fluids and combustion by-products.

    Standard Equipment
    • Air Inlet System
      • Air cleaner
      • Single element canister type with service indicator
    • Control Panel
      • EMCP4.2
      • Emergency stop pushbutton
      • Panel Lights
      • EMCP4.2 controller includes:
      • 24-volt DC operation
      • Environmental sealed front face
      • Text alarm/event descriptions
      • Generator mounted - rear facing
      • Controls:
      • Speed adjust
      • Engine cool-down timer
      • Engine cycle crank
      • Alarm acknowledge
      • Lamp test
      • True RMS AC metering, 3-phase, +/-2% accuracy
      • Digital indication for:
      • RPM
      • DC volts
      • Operating hours
      • Oil pressure (psi, kPa or bar)
      • Coolant temperature
      • Volts (L-L & L-N)
      • Frequency (Hz)
      • Amps (per phase & average)
      • Power Factor (per phase & average)
      • kW (per phase, average & percent)
      • kVA (per phase, average & percent)
      • kVAr (per phase, average & percent)
      • kW-hr (total)
      • kVAr-hr (total)
      • Warning/shutdown with common LED indication of shutdowns for:
      • Low oil pressure
      • High coolant temperature
      • Overspeed
      • Emergency stop
      • Failure to start (overcrank)
      • Low coolant temperature
      • Low coolant level
      • Programmable protective relaying functions:
      • Generator phase sequence
      • Over/Under voltage (27/59)
      • Over/Under Frequency (81 o/u)
      • Reverse Power (kW) (32)
      • Reverse Reactive Power (kVAr) (32RV)
      • Overcurrent (50/51)
      • Communications:
      • Customer data link (Modbus RTU)
      • Accessory module data link
      • Serial annunciator module data link
      • 6 programmable digital inputs
      • 4 programmable relay outputs (Form A)
      • 2 programmable relay outputs (Form C)
      • 2 programmable digital outputs
    • Cooling System
      • JWAC
      • Radiator fan and fan drive
      • Fan and belt guards
      • Coolant drain line with valve
      • Coolant level sensors
      • Caterpillar Extended Life Coolant
    • Exhaust System
      • Dry exhaust manifold
      • Flanged faced outlet(s)
    • Fuel System
      • Secondary fuel filters
      • Fuel cooler; not included with packages without radiator
      • Flexible fuel lines - shipped loose
      • Fuel priming pump
    • Generators and Attachments
      • 3 phase brushless, salient pole
      • 6 lead
      • Generator set packages include Caterpillar's Digital Voltage Regulator (CDVR). CDVR includes reactive droop capability, 3-phase voltage sensing, KVAR/PF modes, RFI suppression, min/max exciter
      • Form Wound
      • Winding temperature detectors
      • Anti Condensation Space Heater
      • Class H insulation, Class F temperature rise at 40C ambient (105C prime/130C standby)
      • Right side extension terminal box, bus bar connections, top mounted, bottom cable entry
      • NEMA standard hole pattern
    • Governing System
      • Woodward 2301A isochronous governor
    • Literature
      • English
    • Lube System
      • Lubricating oil
      • Gear type lube oil pump
      • Integral lube oil cooler
      • Oil filter, filler and dipstick
      • Oil drain lines and valve
      • Fumes disposal
    • Mounting System
      • Rails - engine/generator/radiator mounting
      • Rubber anti-vibration mounts (shipped loose)
    • Starting / Charging System
      • 24-volt electric starting motor
      • Battery and battery rack w/cables
      • Battery disconnect switch
    • General
      • Paint: Caterpillar yellow with high gloss black rails & radiator
      • Right hand servicing
      • Flywheel and flywheel housing-SAE No. 00
      • SAE standard rotation
    Optional Equipment
    • Air Inlet System
      • Dual element air cleaners
      • Heavy duty air cleaners
      • Remote air inlet adapters
      • Air inlet protection
    • Circuit Breakers
      • Optional busbar power connections
      • Circuit breaker harnesses
      • Cable entry options
      • 2000, 2500, 3200, 4000, 5000 Amp, 3 Pole, IEC Rated Circuit Breakers
      • 1600, 2000, 2500, 3000, 4000, 5000 Amp, 3 Pole, UL-100% Rated Circuit Breakers
      • 2000, 2500, 3200, 4000 Amp, 4 Pole, IEC-Rated Circuit Breakers
      • Busbar connections
      • P frame breaker connections
      • R frame breaker connections
      • Masterpact breaker connections
    • Control Panels
      • EMCP4.2, EMCP4.3, EMCP4.4
      • Language options
      • Annunciator modules
      • Load share module options
      • Mounting group - External box clips
      • Auxiliary box
      • Customer interface options
      • Generator temperature monitoring
      • Voltage raise / lower switch
      • Remote speed adjust
      • PC monitoring (Remote and local)
      • Vandal proof panel door
      • Ground
    • Cooling System
      • Optional Serpentine radiators
      • Optional ATAAC radiators
      • Water level seitch gauges
      • Expansion tanks
    • Exhaust System
      • Elbows
      • Flanges
      • Flexible fittings
      • Y Adapters
      • Flanges and exhaust fittings
      • Mufflers
    • Fuel System
      • Duplex fuel filters
      • Primary fuel filters
    • Generators and attachments
      • 3 Phase, 1800 RPM, FW, PM, No. of Leads = 6, Pitch = .6667
      • Generator 2270, 2740, 2750, 2760, 2770, 2750, 2760 frames, 2 BRG
      • Cross-current compensation currenttransformers
      • Differential current transformers
      • Current transformers
      • Thermostat for space heater
      • Air cleaners and air filters
    • Instrumentation
      • Pyrometers
      • Instrument panels
    • Lube System
      • Deep sump oil pan
      • Oil level reg-1 shallow pan
      • Air prelube pump
      • Electric prelube pumps
      • Manual prelube sump pumps
      • Duplex oil filters
    • Mounting System
      • Sprint type vibration isolators
      • IBC vibration isolators
    • Protection System
      • Explosion relief valves
    • Special Tests / Reports
      • CSA test and certification
      • IBC and OSHPD seismic certifications
      • PGS test report @ 1.0 power factor
      • PGS test report @ 0.8 power factor
      • Custom generator set TVA report
      • Generator set fuel consumption test
      • Standard engine test charge
    • Starting / Charging System
      • 10, 20, 35 Amp battery chargers
      • Charging alternators - 45 amp
      • 24 Volt battery set - Dry
      • Air starting Motors
      • Air pressure regulator
      • 208, 240 and 480 Volt jacket water heaters
    • General
      • Special paint colors
      • US aid emblem
      • Engine barring group