C18 (60 Hz)

C18 Generator Set

C18 (60 HZ) 500-750 kW Diesel Generator models offer a broad range of attachments & fuel strategies to give customizable, reliable power fit to your needs.

C18 Power Density Rear Right view

DESCRIPTION

The C18 diesel generator sets developed for critical, standby and prime applications. Producing reliable power from 500 to 750 ekW at 60 Hz, meeting ISO 8528-5 transient response requirements and built to accept 100 % rated load in one step. Our C18 generator sets range from low fuel consumption systems to EPA Stationary Emergency (Tier 2) certified Emissions / Fuel Strategy.Caterpillar is leading the power generation marketplace with Power Solutions engineered to deliver unmatched flexibility, expandability, reliability, and cost-effectiveness.Electric Power

Features

  • Cat Generator Set Package

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

  • Cat Diesel Engine

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

  • A-Frame Alternator

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

  • GCCP 1.2 Control Panel

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

  • Cooling System

          
    • Designed to operate in standard ambient temperatures up to 55°C (131°F)
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    • Contact your Cat Dealer for specific ambient and altitude capabilities

  • Certifications

          
    • UL2200 Listed; CSA 22.2; Certification of Compliance – IBC Seismic; Dual IBC & HCAI

  • One Safe Source

          
    • Components used in the generator set are selected based on seamless design integration to provide the optimum performance
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    • The generator set is fully assembled at a Caterpillar facility following our quality guidelines
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    • Each generator set package is tested before leaving the Caterpillar facility
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    • 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
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    • Your local Cat dealer provides extensive post-sale support, including maintenance and repair agreements

  • Standard Equipment
  • Optional Equipment
  • Specs
  • Docs

Standard Equipment

  • Air Inlet System
    • Aftercooler core
    • Turbocharger
  • Control System
    • 3 Pole
    • GCCP 1.2
    • Right mounted power centre
    • Standard breaker
  • Cooling System
    • Jacket water pump, gear driven, centrifugal
    • Thermostats and housing
    • Coolant level sight gauge
    • Coolant level sensor
    • Coolant drain valve; terminated on edge of base
    • Cooling system filled with Caterpillar extended life coolant
    • Radiator and cooling fan with belt guards
  • Exhaust System
    • Exhaust manifold - dry
  • Fuel System
    • Primary fuel filter w/integral water separator and secondary filter
    • Flexible fuel lines
    • Fuel cooler
    • Engine fuel transfer pump
    • Fuel priming pump
  • Generator and Attachments
    • Brushless, self-excited 2/3 pitch, random wound
    • Insulation Class H and temperature rise
    • Power centre, IP22 bottom cable entry
    • Segregated low voltage wiring panel
    • IP23 Protection
  • Mounting System
    • Anti-vibration mounts (Non-captive)
    • Generator mounting and duct pPlate
    • Narrow skid base
  • Protection System
    • Overspeed
    • Low oil pressure shutdown
    • High coolant temperature shutdown
    • Low coolant level shutdown
  • Starting/Charging
    • 24 Volt electric starting motor

Optional Equipment

  • Air Inlet System
    • Dual element air cleaner
    • Heavy duty canister air filters
  • Control System
    • Annunciators box
    • Volt free contact
    • Remote E-Stop button
    • Discrete I/O module
    • Earth (Ground) fault relay
    • Local annunciator
    • GCCP 1.5
  • Circuit breakers
    • Auxiliary contacts
    • Neutral bar (208V)
    • Single LSI motorised circuit breaker
    • Single LSI motorised circuit breaker
    • External paralleling
  • Enclosures
    • Sound attenuated (SA)
    • Weather protective
    • Aluminum enclosure
  • Cooling System
    • Stone guards
    • Coolant heater
    • Jacket water heater with pump
  • Base / Fuel Tank
    • Audio & visual fuel alarm
    • Sub Base Dual Wall Fuel Tank: 660, 1000, 1900, 2200 gal
  • Fuel System
    • Sub tank bases: 24 hr & 48 hr
    • Integral 8 hour tank base
  • Generator and Attachments
    • LC frame oversize generators
    • Space heater control
    • PMG, AREP
    • Oversize
    • Coastal protection (CIP)
  • Starting and Charging
    • Battery disconnect switch
    • 5 Amp Battery charger
    • Oversize battery set
    • Standard battery set
  • Certifications
    • Certification of Compliance � IBC
    • CSA 22.2
    • Dual IBC & OSHPD
    • UL2200 Listed
    • Seismic
  • General
    • Tool set
  • Lube System
    • Manual sump pump

Specs

Overview

Long Name:
C18 Generator Set
Name:
C18 (60 Hz)
Brand:
Cat
Status:
Current

Generator Set Specifications

Maximum Rating
750 ekW
Minimum Rating
500 ekW
Emissions/Fuel Strategy
U.S. EPA Certified
Voltage
208 to 600 Volts
Frequency
60 Hz
Speed
1800 rpm
Duty Cycle
Standby, Prime

Engine Specifications

Engine Model
Cat® C18 ATAACTM In-line 6, 4-cycle diesel
Bore
5.71 in / 145 mm
Stroke
7.2 in / 183 mm
Displacement
1106.3 in³ / 18.1 l
Compression Ratio
14:01
Aspiration
Turbocharged Air to Air Aftercooled
Fuel System
Electronic unit injection
Governor Type
Electronic ADEM™ A4

Generator Set Dimensions

Length - Maximum
138 in / 3512 mm
Width - Maximum
67 in / 1690 mm
Height - Maximum
88 in / 2222 mm

SEE HOW C18 (60 Hz) COMPARES AGAINST FREQUENTLY COMPARED PRODUCTS.

Diesel Generator Sets
C18 (60 Hz)
C18 Power Density Rear Right view
Brand
Cat
Status
Current
Maximum Rating
750 ekW
Minimum Rating
500 ekW
Emissions/Fuel Strategy
U.S. EPA Certified
Voltage
208 to 600 Volts
Frequency
60 Hz
Speed
1800 rpm
Duty Cycle
Standby, Prime
Engine Model
Cat® C18 ATAACTM In-line 6, 4-cycle diesel
Bore
5.71 in / 145 mm
Stroke
7.2 in / 183 mm
Displacement
1106.3 in³ / 18.1 l
Compression Ratio
14:01
Aspiration
Turbocharged Air to Air Aftercooled
Fuel System
Electronic unit injection
Governor Type
Electronic ADEM™ A4
Length - Maximum
138 in / 3512 mm
Width - Maximum
67 in / 1690 mm
Height - Maximum
88 in / 2222 mm
Selected Model
Diesel Generator Sets
C18 (50 Hz) China Non Road
C18 Rear Right
Brand
Cat
Status
Current
Maximum Rating
715 kVA
Minimum Rating
550 kVA
Emissions/Fuel Strategy
Low Fuel, EU Stage IIIA
Voltage
380 to 415 Volts
Frequency
50 Hz
Speed
1500 rpm
Duty Cycle
Standby, Prime
Engine Model
C18 ATAAC, I-6, 4-Stroke Water-Cooled Diesel
Bore
5.71 in / 145 mm
Stroke
7.2 in / 183 mm
Displacement
1106.4 in³ / 18.1 l
Compression Ratio
14.5:1
Aspiration
Air to Air Aftercooled
Fuel System
Electronic unit injection
Governor Type
Adem™A4
Length - Maximum
218.5 in / 5550 mm
Width - Maximum
80.9 in / 2056 mm
Height - Maximum
107.8 in / 2737 mm
More Details
Diesel Generator Sets
C18 (60 Hz)
C18 Rear Right
Brand
Cat
Status
Current
Maximum Rating
600 ekW
Minimum Rating
455 ekW
Emissions/Fuel Strategy
Low Fuel Consumption
Voltage
208 to 600 Volts
Frequency
60 Hz
Speed
1800 rpm
Duty Cycle
Standby, Prime
Engine Model
C18 ATAAC, I-6, 4-Stroke Water-Cooled Diesel
Bore
5.71 in / 145 mm
Stroke
7.2 in / 183 mm
Displacement
1106.4 in³ / 18.1 l
Compression Ratio
14.5:1
Aspiration
Air to Air Aftercooled
Fuel System
Electronic unit injection
Governor Type
Adem™A4
Length - Maximum
218.5 in / 5550 mm
Width - Maximum
80.9 in / 2056 mm
Height - Maximum
107.8 in / 2737 mm
More Details