C280-8

Cat C280-8 Marine Generator Set

C280-8

DESCRIPTION

Cat C280-8 Marine Generator Set

Features

  • Advantages

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

  • 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

  • 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

  • Advantages

    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

  • Advantages

    “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

  • Standard Equipment
  • Optional Equipment
  • Specs
  • Docs

Standard Equipment

  • General
    • LH and RH service availability
  • Air Inlet System
    • Aftercooler, fresh water, corrosion resistant coated (air side)
    • Air inlet adapter - Straight / 90 degree / 35 degree
  • Ain Inlet System
    • Crankcase breathers, top mounted
    • Single turbocharger, rear-mounted, engine oil lubricated
  • Control System
    • Dual Caterpillar ADEM A4 Electronic Engine Control Modules
    • Rigid Wiring Harness
  • Cooling System
    • Aftercooler/oil cooler and jacket water pumps (gear driven)
    • Engine coolant water drains
    • Single Circuit / Separate Circuit Aftercooler
  • Exhaust System
    • Dry, gas tight, exhaust manifold
    • Turbo speed sensors - overspeed protection
  • Fuel System
    • Fuel transfer pump, gear driven
    • Duplex Fuel filters
    • Electronically Controlled Unit Injectors
    • Electronically Controlled Unit Injectors
  • Insturmental
    • CAT Alarm & Protection System
  • Lube System
    • Oil pump, gear driven
    • 2 element oil cooler, engine mounted
    • Duplex centrifugal oil filter - engine mounted
    • Prelube pump - air / electric
  • Protection System
    • Crankcase explosion relief valves

Optional Equipment

Specs

Overview

Long Name:
Cat C280-8 Marine Generator Set
Name:
C280-8
Brand:
Caterpillar
Status:
Current

Power Rating

Power Range
2200 - 2600 ekW

Generator Set Specifications

Frequency
50 / 60
Speed
1000 rpm (50 hz) or 900 rpm (60 hz)

Engine Specifications

Aspiration
Turbocharged-Aftercooled
Bore
11 in / 280 mm
Stroke
11.8 in / 300 mm
Displacement
9031 in³ / 148 l
Governor Type
Electronic
Fuel System
EUI
Compression Ratio 50 Hz
13.1
Compression Ratio 60 Hz
13:1

Generator Set Specifications

Minimum Rating
2200 ekW (2938 kVA)
Maximum Rating
2600 ekW (3025 kVA)

Engine Specifications

Engine Model
In-line 8, 4-Stroke-Cycle Diesel

Generator Set Specifications

Emissions/Fuel Strategy
EPA Tier 2, IMO II

Generator Set Dimensions

Length
316.5 in / 8040 mm
Width
77.2 in / 1961 mm
Height
155 in / 3937 mm
Weight - Estimated
25000 lb / 11340 kg

SEE HOW C280-8 COMPARES AGAINST FREQUENTLY COMPARED PRODUCTS.

Marine Generator Sets
C280-8
C280-8
Brand
Caterpillar
Status
Current
Power Range
2200 - 2600 ekW
Frequency
50 / 60
Aspiration
Turbocharged-Aftercooled
Bore
11 in / 280 mm
Stroke
11.8 in / 300 mm
Displacement
9031 in³ / 148 l
Governor Type
Electronic
Fuel System
EUI
Engine Model
In-line 8, 4-Stroke-Cycle Diesel
Emissions/Fuel Strategy
EPA Tier 2, IMO II
Length
316.5 in / 8040 mm
Width
77.2 in / 1961 mm
Height
155 in / 3937 mm
Weight - Estimated
25000 lb / 11340 kg
Marine Generator Sets
C280-6
C280-6
Brand
Caterpillar
Status
Current
Power Range
1720 - 1820 ekW
Frequency
50 / 60 Hz
Aspiration
Turbocharged - Aftercooled
Bore
11 in / 280 mm
Stroke
11.8 in / 300 mm
Displacement
6773 in³ / 111 l
Governor Type
Electronic
Fuel System
EUI
Engine Model
In-line 6, 4-Stroke-Cycle Diesel
Emissions/Fuel Strategy
U.S. EPA Tier 2, IMO II
Length
280.3 in / 7120 mm
Width
77.2 in / 1961 mm
Height
154.9 in / 3934 mm
Weight - Estimated
18000 lb / 8165 kg
Marine Generator Sets
C32
C32 Genset
Brand
Caterpillar
Status
Current
Power Range
550 - 940 ekW
Frequency
50 / 60
Aspiration
Turbocharged and aftercooled
Bore
5.7 in / 145 mm
Stroke
6.38 in / 162 mm
Displacement
1959 in³ / 32.1 l
Governor Type
Electronic
Fuel System
MEUI
Engine Model
V 12, 4-stroke-Cycle-Diesel
Emissions/Fuel Strategy
EPA Tier 4, IMO II/IMO III switchable and EU Stage 5
Length
162.8 in/4271 mm (minimum), 175.3 in/4452 mm (maximum)
Width
60.2 in / 1528 mm
Height
65.6 in / 1667 mm
Weight - Estimated
15721 lb / 7131 kg