3516B (50 Hz)

3516B (50 Hz) Generator Set

3516B (50 HZ) 1750-2500 kVA Diesel Generator models are designed for power challenges like your mission critical, continuous, standby & prime applications.

3516B Diesel Generator Sets, Rear Right

DESCRIPTION

Producing reliable power from 2000 to 2500 kVA at 50 Hz, our 3516B diesel generator sets are made to meet your mission critical, continuous, standby and prime applications. We've designed each to ISO 8528-5 transient response requirements and to accept 100% rated load in one step. Generator sets offer both low fuel consumption and low emission systems.Caterpillar is leading the power generation marketplace with Power Solutions engineered to deliver unmatched flexibility, expandability, reliability, and cost-effectiveness.Electric Power

Cat Generator Set Package

  • Cat generator set packages have been fully prototype tested
  • Accepts 100% block load in one step and meets NFPA 110 loading requirements
  • Conform to ISO 8528-5 steady state and transient response requirements

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

SR5 Alternator

  • Superior motor starting capability minimizes need for oversizing alternator
  • Designed to match performance and output characteristics of Cat diesel engines
  • Robust Class H insulation

Cat ECS Control Panel

  • User-friendly interface and navigation
  • Scalable system to meet a wide range of installation requirements
  • Expansion modules and site-specific programming for specific customer requirements

Cooling System

  • Designed to operate in standard ambient temperatures up to 50�C (122�F)
  • Contact your Cat Dealer for specific ambient and altitude capabilities

Certifications

  • IBC seismic certification
  • EU Declaration of Conformity
  • EU Declaration of Incorporation
  • Eurasian Conformity (EAC)

Single-Source Supplier

  • Components used in the generator set are selected at the design stage to provide optimum package performance
  • The generator set is fully assembled at a Caterpillar facility following our quality guidelines
  • Each generator set package is tested before leaving the Caterpillar facility
  • Cat product support, including dealer service, parts and warranty covers the entire Cat power system

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

  • Standard Equipment
  • Optional Equipment
  • Specs
  • Docs

Standard Equipment

  • Air Inlet
    • Air cleaner
  • Cooling
    • Package mounted radiator
  • Exhaust
    • Exhaust flange outlet
  • Fuel
    • Secondary fuel filters
    • Fuel priming pump
    • Primary fuel filter with integral water separator
  • Generator
    • Matched to the performance and output characteristics of Cat engines
    • IP23 Protection
  • Power Termination
    • Busbar
  • Control Panel
    • Cat ECS 100
  • General
    • Paint - Caterpillar yellow except rails and radiators gloss black

Optional Equipment

  • Exhaust
    • Exhaust mufflers (except Tier 4)
  • Generator
    • Permanent magnet excitation (PMG)
    • Internal excitation (IE)
    • Anti-condensation heater
    • Oversize and premium generators
  • Power Termination
    • Circuit breakers, UL listed
    • Circuit breakers, IEC compliant
  • Control Panels
    • Generator temperature monitoring & protection
    • Digital I/O module
    • Load share module
    • EMCP 4.4
    • Remote monitoring software
  • Mounting
    • Spring type vibration isolators
    • IBC isolators
    • Rubber anti-vibration mounts
  • Starting/Charging
    • Oversize batteries
    • Charging alternator
    • Heavy duty starting system
    • Jacket water heater
    • Air starting motor with control and silencer
    • Battery chargers
  • General
    • Seismic Certification per applicable building codes: IBC 2000, IBC 2003, IBC 2006, IBC 2009, CBC 2007
    • EU Certificate of Conformance (CE)
    • The following options are based on regional and product configuration:
    • Enclosures: Sound attenuated, weather protective
    • Automatic transfer switches (ATS)
    • UL 2200 package
    • Integral & sub-base UL listed dual wall fuel tanks
    • Integral & sub-base fuel tanks
    • EEC Declaration of Conformity
    • CSA Certification

Specs

Overview

Long Name:
3516B (50 Hz) Generator Set
Name:
3516B (50 Hz)
Brand:
Cat
Status:
Current

Generator Set Specifications

Standby Rating
2500 kVA
Prime Power Rating
2275 kVA
Emissions/Fuel Strategy
Low Fuel, Low Emissions
Voltage
380 to 11000 Volts
Frequency
50 Hz
Speed
1500 rpm
Duty Cycle
Standby, Mission Critical, Prime, Continuous
Maximum Rating
2500 kVA
Minimum Rating
2000 kVA

Engine Specifications

Engine Model
3516B TA, V-16, 4-Stroke Water-Cooled Diesel
Bore
6.69 in / 170 mm
Stroke
8.46 in / 215 mm
Displacement
4764.73 in / 78.08 l
Compression Ratio
15.5:1
Aspiration
TA
Fuel System
Electronic unit injection
Governor Type
Adem™3

Generator Set Dimensions

Length - Minimum
233.4 in / 5928 mm
Length - Maximum
251.7 in / 6377 mm
Width - Maximum
90 in / 2286 mm
Height - Maximum
93.2 in / 2367 mm
Dry Weight - Genset (minimum)
31900 lb / 14470 kg
Dry Weight - Genset (maximum)
40320 lb / 18290 kg

SEE HOW 3516B (50 Hz) COMPARES AGAINST FREQUENTLY COMPARED PRODUCTS.

Diesel Generator Sets
3516B (50 Hz)
3516B Diesel Generator Sets, Rear Right
Brand
Cat
Status
Current
Standby Rating
2500 kVA
Prime Power Rating
2275 kVA
Emissions/Fuel Strategy
Low Fuel, Low Emissions
Voltage
380 to 11000 Volts
Frequency
50 Hz
Speed
1500 rpm
Duty Cycle
Standby, Mission Critical, Prime, Continuous
Maximum Rating
2500 kVA
Minimum Rating
2000 kVA
Engine Model
3516B TA, V-16, 4-Stroke Water-Cooled Diesel
Bore
6.69 in / 170 mm
Stroke
8.46 in / 215 mm
Displacement
4764.73 in / 78.08 l
Compression Ratio
15.5:1
Aspiration
TA
Fuel System
Electronic unit injection
Governor Type
Adem™3
Length - Maximum
251.7 in / 6377 mm
Width - Maximum
90 in / 2286 mm
Height - Maximum
93.2 in / 2367 mm
Dry Weight - Genset (maximum)
40320 lb / 18290 kg
Diesel Generator Sets
3516B (50 Hz)
3516B Diesel Generator Sets, Rear Right
Brand
Cat
Status
Current
Standby Rating
2250 kVA
Prime Power Rating
2000 kVA
Emissions/Fuel Strategy
Low Fuel, Low Emissions
Voltage
380 to 11000 Volts
Frequency
50 Hz
Speed
1500 rpm
Duty Cycle
Standby, Mission Critical, Prime, Continuous
Maximum Rating
2250 kVA
Minimum Rating
1750 kVA
Engine Model
3516B TA, V-16, 4-Stroke Water-Cooled Diesel
Bore
6.69 in / 170 mm
Stroke
7.48 in / 190 mm
Displacement
69 in / 4210.64 l
Compression Ratio
14.0:1
Aspiration
TA
Fuel System
Electronic unit injection
Governor Type
Adem™3
Length - Maximum
6377 in / 251.7 mm
Width - Maximum
90 in / 2286 mm
Height - Maximum
93.2 in / 2367 mm
Dry Weight - Genset (maximum)
40320 lb / 18290 kg
Diesel Generator Sets
3516B (50 Hz) 2500 kVA with Upgradeable Package
3516B
Brand
Cat
Status
Current
Standby Rating
2500 kVA
Prime Power Rating
2275 kVA
Emissions/Fuel Strategy
Low Fuel, Low Emissions
Voltage
380 to 415 Volts
Frequency
50 Hz
Speed
1500 rpm
Duty Cycle
Standby, Mission Critical, Prime, Continuous
Maximum Rating
2500 kVA
Minimum Rating
2000 kVA
Engine Model
3516B TA, V-16, 4-Stroke Water-Cooled Diesel
Bore
6.69 in / 170 mm
Stroke
8.46 in / 215 mm
Displacement
4764.73 in / 78 l
Compression Ratio
15.5:1
Aspiration
TA
Fuel System
Electronic unit injection
Governor Type
Adem™3
Length - Maximum
247.3 in / 6282 mm
Width - Maximum
90 in / 2286 mm
Height - Maximum
98.2 in / 2494 mm
Dry Weight - Genset (maximum)
34250 lb / 15535 kg