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      Benefits & Features

      A3 ECU - Advantages

      CAN J1939 data link Waterproof connectors, Maintenance-free, Backup ECU for redundant governing

      A3 ECU - Electronic Advantages

      Load feedback, Programmable droop, Adjustable gain, Adjustable fuel/air ratio control, Histograms of engine operation, Cat Messenger display presents diagnostics and other engine parameters

      A3 ECU - Data Advantages through J1939 Link

      Engine speed, Boost pressure, Throttle position, Fuel consumption rate, Inlet manifold temperature, Diagnostic codes and events, Configuration, Desired engine speed, Battery voltage, Engine load, Lifetime totals — engine hours, fuel burned, idle fuel, idle hours, Trip totals — average fuel rate, idle fuel, idle hours, engine hours, fuel burned, trip reset

      Customer Interface Panel

      Interfaces with standard Cat® Marine Monitoring System (PLC in Price List) Provides visual indication of ECU functionality, Accepts 4 — 20 mA or PWM remote throttle speed input, Marine alarm and protection

      Electronic Unit Injectors

      “Drop-in” installation, No threaded fuel connections, High pressure inside injector only, Does not require double wall fuel lines or leak collection device, Injector synchronization not required

      specifications

      Power Rating
      Minimum Rating 1730.0 bkW
      Maximum Rating 5420.0 bkW
      Engine Specifications
      Aspiration TA
      Configuration In-Line 6, Vee 8, Vee 12, Vee 16, 4-Stroke-Cycle Diesel
      Bore 280.0 mm
      Stroke 300.0 mm
      Dimensions & Weights
      Maximum Width 1741.0 mm
      Minimum Height 2733.0 mm
      Minimum Dry Weight 15680.0 kg
      Maximum Height 3550.0 mm
      Minimum Width 1704.0 mm
      Minimum Length 3691.0 mm
      Maximum Length 5007.0 mm
      Maximum Dry Weight 28500.0 kg

      Standard Equipment

      AIR INLET SYSTEM
      • R INLET SYSTEM Aftercooler, fresh water, corrosion resistant coated (air side) Air inlet shutoff Breather, crankcase, top-mounted Turbocharger, rear-mounted, engine oil lubricated
      CONTROL SYSTEM
      • Single Caterpillar A-III Electronic Engine Control Modules with Electronic Unit Injector Fuel System Rigid Wiring Harness (10 amp 24volt power required to drive Electronic Engine Control Modules)
      COOLING SYSTEM
      • Engine coolant water drains
      EXHAUST SYSTEM
      • Dry, gas tight, exhaust manifold
      FUEL SYSTEM
      • Distillate fuel (requires viscosity ranging from 1.4 cSt to 20 cSt at 38 degrees C) Fuel transfer pump (mounted on left hand side) Duplex fuel filters Electronically Controlled Unit Injectors
      LUBE SYSTEM
      • Centrifugal oil filters with single shutoff. Service side engine mounted on cylinder block inspection covers. Includes installed oil lines and single shutoff valve. Filters centrifuge bypass oil from the main lubricating oil pump. Can be serviced with the engine running. Oil filler and dipstick Valve, oil pressure regulating Valves, crankcase explosion relief
      GENERAL
      • Paint, Caterpillar yellow Pumps, gear driven: fuel, oil, jacket water, aftercooler/oil cooler water
      SVCE TOOLS/SHIP PROT/FACTORY SUPPORT
      • Service literature. Included standard with each engine are two (2) complete sets of service literature listed below: 1. Custom parts book CD (serial number specific) 2. Service manual, which includes: Operation & Maintenance, Specifications, Systems Operation, Testing and Adjusting, Disassembly and Assembly manual. Available in paper media and English language only. 3. Technical manual (parts/service information for special equipment). Available in paper media in English language only. NOTE: Custom parts book CD and service manual can be re-ordered through the normal Caterpillar literature ordering system. The technical manual can only be re-ordered through the Project Services at the Caterpillar Lafayette Engine Center facility.

      Optional Equipment

      AIR INLET SYSTEM
      • Air Cleaners
      COOLING SYSTEM
      • Jacket Water Heaters
      • Heat Recovery System
      • Heat Recovery Thermostats
      • Cooling System Connection Groups
      • De-Aerator
      CONTROL SYSTEM
      • Load Sharing module
      • Direct Rack Module
      EXHAUST SYSTEM
      • Outlet Expander
      • Flexible Exhaust Fittings
      • Weld Flange - Optional
      FUEL SYSTEM
      • Fuel Priming Pump
      • Duplex Primary Fuel Strainer
      • Fuel System Connections
      LUBE SYSTEM
      • Oil Pan Drain Valve
      • Prelubrication Connections
      • Lube Oil Heater
      MOUNTING SYSTEM
      • Vibration Isolators
      MARINE SOCIETY REQUIREMENTS
      • Spray shielding
      PROTECTION SYSTEM
      • PLC Monitoring System Options
      • ECP Relay System Options
      • ECP Mechanical Gauge Instrument Panel
      • Turbocharger Speed Sensor
      • Cylinder Pressure Relief Valve
      • Oil Mist Detector
      • Protection System Components
      • Magnetic Pickup
      SPARE PART KITS
      • Intake and Air System
      • Basic Engine
      • Cylinder Head
      • Fuel System
      • Cooling System
      • Instrumentation
      • Cylinder Valve Kits
      ENGINE TESTING
      • Basic System Testing
      • Special Witness Test
      • Torsional Vibration Analysis
      SERVICE TOOLS / SHIPPING PROTECTION / FACTORY SUPPORT
      • Commissioning
      • Service Tools
      • Factory Packaging
      • Shipping Protection-Shrink Wrap or Tarp
      • Shipping Protection-Export Boxing
      • AID Emblem
      • Storage Preservation

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      Product specifications, standard and optional equipment may vary depending on stock availability. For more information or to verify specific product details, please get in touch with one of our sales representatives.

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