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G3516H Generator Set
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      • 2027 / 2007 ekW @ 1.0pf
        Continuous Rating
      • Natural Gas, Hydrogen Blend (up to 25%)
        Fuel Type
      • More specifications

      Benefits & Features

      Cat G3516H Gas Engine
      • Robust high speed block design provides prolonged life and lower owning operationg costs
      • Designed for maximum performance on low pressure pipeline natural gas and hydrogen mixtures
      • Simple open chamber combustion system for reliability and fuel flexibility
      • Leading edge technology in ignition system and air/fuel ratio control for lower emission and engine efficiency
      • One electronic control module handles all engine functions: ignition, governing, air/fuel ratio control and engine protection
      SR5 Generator
      • Designed to match performance and output characteristics of Caterpillar gas engines
      • Industry leading mechanical and electrical design
      • High efficiency
      EMCP 4.3 Control Panel
      • User-friendly interface and navigation
      • Scalable system to meet a wide range of installation requirement
      • Expansion modules and site-specific programming for specific customer requirements
      Emissions
      • Meets most worldwide emissions requirements down to 0.5 g/bhp-hr NOx level without aftertreatment
      Proven System
      • Field proven in a wide range of applications worldwide
      • Fully prototype tested
      • Certified torsional vibration analysis available
      Full Range of Attachments
      • Wide range of bolt-on system expansion attachments
      • Factory designed and tested
      • Flexible packaging options for easy and cost effective installation
      Worldwide Product Support
      • Cat dealers have over 1,800 dealer branch stores operating in 200 countries
      • Your local Cat dealer provides extensive post-sale support, including maintenance and repair agreements

      specifications

      Generator Set Specifications
      Continuous Rating 2027 / 2007 ekW @ 1.0pf
      Fuel Type Natural Gas, Hydrogen Blend (up to 25%)
      Maximum Electrical Efficiency 45.30%
      Frequency 50 / 60 Hz
      RPM 1500 rpm
      Engine Specifications
      Engine Model G3516H
      Displacement 78 l
      Aspiration TA
      Bore 170 mm
      Stroke 215 mm
      Compression Ratio 12.1
      Fuel System Natural Gas
      Generator Set Dimensions
      Length 7395 mm
      Width 2139 mm
      Height 2402 mm
      Dry Weight - Genset 18315 kg

      Standard Equipment

      Control Panels
      • EMCP4.3
      Air Inlet
      • Package Mounted Air Cleaner with service indicator
      • Two-element single-stage air cleaner with enclosure and service indicator
      Cooling
      • Jacket water and SCAC driven thermostats
      • ANSI Class 150/DN custom flange connections for JW inlet and outlet
      • Engine driven water pumps for jacket water and after cooler
      • 2nd stage SCAC-Cat Flange
      Exhaust
      • Center section cooled turbocharger with Cat flanged outlet
      • Individual exhaust port and turbocharger outlet wired to integrated temperature sensing module (ITSM) with GCEM providing alarms and shutdowns
      • Dry exhaust manifolds, insulated and shielded
      • Cat-flanged face outlet on turbocharger
      Fuel System
      • Throttle plate, 24V DC actuator, controlled by GECM
      • Electronic fuel metering valve
      • Fuel system is sized for 31.5 to 47.2 MJ/NM3 dry pipeline natural gas with pressure of 10.2 to 34.5KPa to the engine fuel control valve
      Ignition System
      • Electronic Ignition System (controlled by ADEM A4)
      • Individual Cylinder Detonation Sensitive Timing (DST)
      Generator
      • Permanent Magnet Excitiation
      • Anti-condensation space heater
      • Winding temperature detectors
      • SR5
      • Reactive Droop
      • Caterpillar's Digital Voltage Regulator (CDVR) with 3-phase sensing and KVAR/PF control
      General
      • Crankshaft vibration damper and guard
      • Paint - Caterpillar Yellow except rails and radiators gloss black
      • RH Service
      • Parts book
      • Operation and maintenance manuals
      Governing System
      • ADEM A4 4-20mA (0-5V) Speed Input
      Starting/Charging
      • 24V starting motors

      Optional Equipment

      Air Inlet
      • Mounting brackets and piping
      • Air cleaner with precleaner
      • Heavy Duty air cleaner with precleaner
      Circuit Breakers
      • No UV trip or package mounted CB Wiring
      • Frame Mounting
      • MP-Frame 3 Pole Bottom Cable Entry or MP- Frame 6 Pole Bottom Cable Entry
      • 4000A, 3-Pole IEC Rated
      • 2500/3000/3200A or 4000/5000A Neutral Current Transformer Automatic Selection
      • Lower & Upper Covers, Extension Box Roof Cover
      • Busbar Mounting
      • 4000A, 3-Pole UL Rated
      Control Panels
      • Remote monitoring software
      • Discrete I/O Module, 12 Digital Inputs, 8 'Form C' Relay
      • Remote RS485, 32-light Annunciator
      • Cat Connect: Ehternet, Satellite, Cell Telematics
      • Cross-Current Compensation Current Transformer-- 8.7/15 kV Classes
      • RTD Module
      • Local/Remote PC Monitorring
      • 16 Point/32 Light Annunciator with NFPA99-110/CSA282 Configuration
      • Remote Monitoring & Control
      • Synchronizing module
      • Local alarm module
      Cooling
      • Jacket water coolant heater
      • Inlet/Outlet connections
      Exhaust
      • Flange
      • Muffler and spark-arresting muffler with ANSI companion flanges
      • Elbow
      Generator
      • Manual voltage control
      • Generator air filter
      • Low voltage extension box
      • Medium and high voltage generators and attachment
      • Cable access box
      • Bearing temperature detectors
      Starting/Charging
      • 24V Battery Charger
      • 60A, 24V charging alternator (requires engine driven pumps)
      General
      • US AID emblem
      • Special paint order
      • Battery diconnect switch
      • Digital diagnostic tool
      • Tool set
      • Battery with cables and rack (shipped loose)
      Grid Code Compliance
      • 60 Hz: USA
      • 50 Hz: Germany, Great Britain, Belgium, Romania, Italy, Ireland, Poland, Netherlands, Spain, France, and European Standard

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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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