C32 | 1500 kVA

C32 | 1500 kVA 50Hz Generator Set

Producing reliable power from 910 kVA to 1500 kVA at 50 Hz, our C32 diesel generator sets are made to meet your mission critical, continuous, standby and prime applications.

C32 Diesel Generator Sets

DESCRIPTION

Producing reliable power from 910 kVA to 1500 kVA at 50 Hz, our C32 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 percent rated load in one step. Our C32 generator sets are made for demands, so you can make yours.Caterpillar is leading the power generation marketplace with Power Solutions engineered to deliver unmatched flexibility, expandability, reliability, and cost-effectiveness.Producing reliable power from 910 kVA to 1500 kVA at 50 Hz, our C32 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 percent rated load in one step. Generator sets range from low fuel consumption to low emissions systems. Seismic certification is also available for select models, ensuring you maintain power after unexpected disturbances. Our integrated control system, including ATS and switchgear, protects your power supply and keeps you connected through on-site and remote monitoring options. We offer easy-to-use EMCP control panel options, combining your management and diagnostic tools in one. The EMCP 4.4 controller provides multi-generator set paralleling capability, giving you the ability to add generator sets to match your growing power requirements. Browse a broad range of accessories and bolt-on system expansion attachments. Find flexible packaging to fit unique spatial requirements and environmental conditions. Our C32 generator sets are made for demands, so you can make yours.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

SR500 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

EMCP 4 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

  • EU Declaration of Conformity
  • EU Declaration of Incorporation
  • Eurasian Conformity (EAC)

One Safe Source

  • Components used in the generator set are selected based on seamless design integration to provide the optimum 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

World Wide 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 System
    • Single element canister type with service indicator
  • Control Panel
    • GCCP Control panel
    • Warning shutdowns
    • Programmable protective relaying functions
    • Communications
    • Digital indicators
    • Control features
  • Cooling System
    • Radiator fan and fan drive
    • Coolant drain line with valve
    • ATAAC
    • Caterpillar extended life coolant
    • Fan and belt guards
    • Low coolant level sensor
  • Exhaust
    • 203 mm (8 in) ID round flanged outlet
    • Exhaust manifold - dry
  • Fuel System
    • Fuel cooler
    • Secondary fuel filters
    • Primary fuel filter with water separator
    • Fuel priming pump
  • Generators and Attachments
    • Permanent magnet excitation (PMG)
    • Reactive droop
    • Integrated voltage regulator (IVR)
    • 6 Lead
    • Salient pole
    • Class H temperature rise at 40C ambient
    • Busbar connections, top center mounted, top cable entry
    • Internal excitation (IE)
    • 3 Phase brushless
    • Winding temperature detectors
    • IEC standard hole pattern
    • NEMA Class H insulation
  • Governing System
    • ADEM(tm) A4
  • Mounting System
    • Rails - engine/generator/radiator mounting
    • Rubber anti-vibration mounts
  • Lube System
    • Fumes disposal
    • Integral lube Oil cooler
    • Oil filter, filler and dipstick
    • Gear type lube oil pump
    • Lubricating oil
    • Oil drain lines and valve
  • Power Termination
    • Busbar
  • Starting / Charging System
    • Battery disconnect switch
    • 45 Amp Charging alternator
    • 24 Volt electric starting motor
    • Battery, rack and cables
  • General
    • SAE standard rotation
    • RH service
    • Flywheel and flywheel housing-SAE
    • Caterpillar yellow with high gloss black rails & radiator

Optional Equipment

  • Air Inlet System
    • Standard air cleaners
    • Dual element air cleaner
    • Heavy duty air cleaner
  • Circuit breakers
    • Shrouds
    • Enclosures - Control packaging
    • 1600, 2000, 2500 and 3200 Amp, 3 Pole, IEC-Rated Circuit breakers
    • Cable supports
    • Circuit breaker wiring groups
    • Power connection covers
    • Center posts busbars
    • 800, 1600, 2000, 2500 and 3200 Amp, 4 Pole, IEC rated Circuit breakers
    • 400, 800, 1200, 1600, 2000, 2500 and 3000 Amp, 3 Pole, UL-100% Rated Circuit breakers
  • Control Panels
    • GCCP Control panel
  • Cooling System
    • High ambient radiator
    • Extended life coolant
    • Radiator duct flange
    • Standard radiator
    • Certified radiator
  • Enclosures
    • AC Panel, outlets and lights
    • Premium sound attenuated enclosure
    • Enclosure louvres - fixed and motorized
    • Enclosure fuel tank options
    • Color options
    • Panel bracket
    • Sound attenuated enclosure
    • DC lighting package
    • Cold weather bundle
  • Exhaust System
    • All C32 engines have 203 mm (8 in) exhaust outlets
    • Mufflers
    • Elbow mounting kit
    • Flange and exhaust expanders
    • Flexible fittings
    • Guard and shield system
    • Flanges
    • Exhaust through the wall kit
  • Generator and Attachments
    • Medium voltage generators
    • Low voltage generators
  • Lube System
    • Oil pan
    • Prelube manual sump pump
    • Oil level regulator
  • Mounting System
    • IBC vibration isolators
    • Spring type vibration isolators
    • Standard package isolators
    • Mounting base types
  • Power Termination
    • Circuit breakers, IEC compliant
    • Circuit breakers, UL listed
  • Power Connections
    • Center post busbars
    • Neutral grounding connection
    • Low voltage connection cables
  • Starting / Charging System
    • Electric starting motor - Standard/heavy duty
    • Space heater
    • Standard 24 volt open package battery set - Dry
    • 10 Amp Battery charger
    • 20 Amp Battery charger
    • Jacket water heater
    • 10 Amp enclosure Battery charger
    • 35 Amp Battery charger
  • Special Tests / Reports
    • Standard engine test
    • OSHPD seismic Certifications
    • Generator test report
    • Custom generator TVA report
    • Standard genset Torsional Vibration Analysis (TVA) report
    • IBC seismic Certifications
    • PGS Test report @ 0.8 power factor
    • PGS Test report @ 1.0 power factor
    • CSA test and certification
  • General
    • Special paint
    • US aid emblem

Specs

Overview

Long Name:
C32 | 1500 kVA 50Hz Generator Set
Name:
C32 | 1500 kVA
Brand:
Cat
Status:
Current

Generator Set Specifications

Maximum Rating
910 kVA
Minimum Rating
910 kVA
Emissions/Fuel Strategy
Low Fuel, Low Emissions
Voltage
400 to 3300 Volts
Frequency
50 Hz
Speed
1500 rpm
Duty Cycle
Standby, Mission Critical, Prime, Continuous

Engine Specifications

Engine Model
C32 TA, V-12, 4-Stroke Water-Cooled Diesel
Bore
5.71 in / 145 mm
Stroke
6.38 in / 162 mm
Displacement
1958.86 in³ / 32.1 l
Compression Ratio
15.0:1
Aspiration
Turbocharged, Air to Air Aftercooled
Fuel System
MEUI
Governor Type
Adem™A4

Generator Set Dimensions

Length - Minimum
164 in / 4165 mm
Length - Maximum
176.6 in / 4485 mm
Width - Minimum
66.3 in / 1684 mm
Width - Maximum
87.8 in / 2228 mm
Height - Minimum
85.1 in / 2162 mm
Height - Maximum
86.4 in / 2194 mm
Dry Weight - Genset (minimum)
14700 lb / 6668 kg
Dry Weight - Genset (maximum)
17855 lb / 8099 kg

SEE HOW C32 | 1500 kVA COMPARES AGAINST FREQUENTLY COMPARED PRODUCTS.

Diesel Generator Sets
C32 | 1500 kVA
C32 Diesel Generator Sets
Brand
Cat
Status
Current
Maximum Rating
910 kVA
Minimum Rating
910 kVA
Emissions/Fuel Strategy
Low Fuel, Low Emissions
Voltage
400 to 3300 Volts
Frequency
50 Hz
Speed
1500 rpm
Duty Cycle
Standby, Mission Critical, Prime, Continuous
Engine Model
C32 TA, V-12, 4-Stroke Water-Cooled Diesel
Bore
5.71 in / 145 mm
Stroke
6.38 in / 162 mm
Displacement
1958.86 in³ / 32.1 l
Compression Ratio
15.0:1
Aspiration
Turbocharged, Air to Air Aftercooled
Fuel System
MEUI
Governor Type
Adem™A4
Length - Maximum
176.6 in / 4485 mm
Width - Maximum
87.8 in / 2228 mm
Height - Maximum
86.4 in / 2194 mm
Diesel Generator Sets
C32 | 1250 kVA
C32 Diesel Generator Sets
Brand
Cat
Status
Current
Maximum Rating
910 kVA
Minimum Rating
910 kVA
Emissions/Fuel Strategy
Low Fuel, Low Emissions
Voltage
400 to 3300 Volts
Frequency
50 Hz
Speed
1500 rpm
Duty Cycle
Standby, Mission Critical, Prime, Continuous
Engine Model
C32 TA, V-12, 4-Stroke Water-Cooled Diesel
Bore
5.71 in / 145 mm
Stroke
6.38 in / 162 mm
Displacement
1958.86 in³ / 32.1 l
Compression Ratio
15.0:1
Aspiration
Turbocharged, Air to Air Aftercooled
Fuel System
MEUI
Governor Type
Adem™A4
Length - Maximum
176.6 in / 4485 mm
Width - Maximum
87.8 in / 2228 mm
Height - Maximum
86.4 in / 2194 mm
Diesel Generator Sets
C4.4 (50 Hz)
C4.4 Open Set Rear Right
Brand
Cat
Status
Current
Maximum Rating
110 kVA
Minimum Rating
50 kVA
Emissions/Fuel Strategy
EU Stage II & R96/EUIIIa
Voltage
110 to 480 Volts
Frequency
50 Hz
Speed
1500 rpm
Duty Cycle
Standby, Prime
Engine Model
Cat® C4.4
Bore
4.1 in / 105 mm
Stroke
5 in / 127 mm
Displacement
268.5 in³ / 4.4 l
Compression Ratio
16.2:1, 17.25:1, 18.2:1 or 18.3:1
Aspiration
Turbocharged
Fuel System
Direct Injection or Common Rail
Governor Type
Mechanical
Length - Maximum
75.8 in / 1925 mm
Width - Maximum
44.1 in / 1120 mm
Height - Maximum
53.6 in / 1361 mm