3516C (50 Hz)

3516C Generator Set

3516C (50 HZ) 25000-2750 kVA Diesel Generator models offer flexible packaging options to work with your spatial requirements and environmental conditions.

3516C Package Genset, Rear Right

DESCRIPTION

Producing reliable power from 2500 to 2750 kVA at 50 Hz, our 3516C diesel generator sets are made to meet your mission critical, standby and prime applications. We've designed each to ISO 8528-5 transient response requirements and to accept 100% rated load in one step. The generator set offers 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 requirement
  • 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)

One Safe Source

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

Specs

Overview

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

Generator Set Specifications

Standby Rating
2750 kVA
Prime Power Rating
2500 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
Maximum Rating
2750 kVA
Minimum Rating
2500 kVA

Engine Specifications

Engine Model
3516C, ATAAC, 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
14.7:1
Aspiration
TA
Fuel System
Electronic unit injection
Governor Type
Adem™3

Generator Set Dimensions

Length - Maximum
297.4 in / 7554 mm
Width - Maximum
108.9 in / 2767 mm
Height - Maximum
118.3 in / 3004 mm
Dry Weight - Genset (maximum)
39090 lb / 17731 kg

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

Diesel Generator Sets
3516C (50 Hz)
3516C Package Genset, Rear Right
Brand
Cat
Status
Current
Prime Power Rating
2500 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
Maximum Rating
2750 kVA
Minimum Rating
2500 kVA
Engine Model
3516C, ATAAC, 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
14.7:1
Aspiration
TA
Fuel System
Electronic unit injection
Governor Type
Adem™3
Length - Maximum
297.4 in / 7554 mm
Width - Maximum
108.9 in / 2767 mm
Height - Maximum
118.3 in / 3004 mm
Dry Weight - Genset (maximum)
39090 lb / 17731 kg
Diesel Generator Sets
3516B DGB™ (60 Hz)
3516B Diesel Generator Sets
Brand
Cat
Status
Current
Prime Power Rating
1825 ekW
Emissions/Fuel Strategy
Low Fuel Consumption
Voltage
380 to 13800 Volts
Frequency
60 Hz
Speed
1800 rpm
Duty Cycle
Prime, Continuous
Maximum Rating
1825 ekW
Minimum Rating
1640 ekW
Engine Model
3516B TA, V-16, 4-Stroke Water-Cooled Diesel
Bore
6.69 in / 170 mm
Stroke
7.48 in / 190 mm
Displacement
4210.64 in / 69 l
Compression Ratio
14.0:1
Aspiration
TA
Fuel System
Electronic unit injection
Governor Type
Adem™4
Length - Maximum
258.1 in / 6557 mm
Width - Maximum
90.1 in / 2288 mm
Height - Maximum
94.1 in / 2391 mm
Dry Weight - Genset (maximum)
33300 lb / 15135 kg
Diesel Generator Sets
3516C (50 Hz) with Upgradeable Package
3516C Package Genset
Brand
Cat
Status
Current
Prime Power Rating
2500 kVA
Emissions/Fuel Strategy
Low Fuel Consumption
Voltage
380 to 11000 volts
Frequency
50 Hz
Speed
1500 rpm
Duty Cycle
Standby, Mission Critical, Prime
Maximum Rating
2750 kVA
Minimum Rating
2500 kVA
Engine Model
3516C, ATAAC, V-16,4-Stroke Water-Cooled Diesel
Bore
6.69 in / 170 mm
Stroke
8.46 in / 215 mm
Displacement
4765 in / 78 l
Compression Ratio
14:01
Aspiration
TA
Fuel System
Electronic unit injection
Governor Type
Adem™3
Length - Maximum
228.3 in / 5800 mm
Width - Maximum
75.9 in / 1929 mm
Height - Maximum
80.7 in / 2050 mm
Dry Weight - Genset (maximum)
32404 lb / 14698 kg