C32 (60 Hz)

C32 (60 Hz)

Producing reliable power at 830 to 1250 kW at 60Hz, our C32 diesel generator sets are made to meet your standby and prime applications.

C32 Diesel Generator Sets

DESCRIPTION

Producing reliable power from 830 to 1250 ekW at 60 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% rated load in one step. Generator sets range from low fuel consumption systems to EPA Stationary Emergency (Tier 2) certification.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

C32 (50 Hz)

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

C32 (50 Hz)
C32 (50 Hz)

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

C32 (60 Hz)
C32 (60 Hz)

Certifications

  • UL 2200 Listed
  • CSA
  • IBC seismic certification
  • OSHPD pre-approval

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

C32 (50 Hz)
C32 (60 Hz)

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 System
    • Single element canister type with service indicator
  • Control Panel
    • Warning shutdowns
    • EMCP 4.2B
    • Digital Indicators
    • Communications
    • Control features
    • Programmable protective relaying functions
  • Cooling System
    • Caterpillar extended life coolant
    • ATAAC
    • Coolant drain line with valve
    • Low coolant level sensor
    • Fan and belt guards
    • Radiator fan and fan drive
  • Exhaust System
    • 203 mm (8 in) ID round flanged outlet
    • Exhaust manifold - dry
  • Fuel System
    • Fuel cooler
    • Fuel priming pump
    • Secondary fuel filters
    • Primary fuel filter with water separator
  • General
    • RH service
    • Caterpillar yellow with high gloss black rails & radiator
    • SAE standard rotation
    • Flywheel and flywheel housing-SAE
  • Generators and Attachments
    • Class H temperature rise at 40C ambient
    • 3 Phase brushless
    • Permanent magnet excitation (PMG)
    • Winding temperature detectors
    • Integrated voltage regulator (IVR)
    • Reactive droop
    • IEC standard hole pattern
    • NEMA Class H insulation
    • Busbar connections, top center mounted, top cable entry
    • Salient pole
    • 6 Lead
    • Internal excitation (IE)
  • Governing System
    • ADEM(tm) A4
  • Lube System
    • Gear type lube oil pump
    • Oil drain lines and valve
    • Fumes disposal
    • Lubricating oil
    • Integral lube Oil cooler
    • Oil filter, filler and dipstick
  • Mounting System
    • Rubber anti-vibration mounts
    • Rails - Engine/generator/radiator mounting
  • Power Termination
    • Busbar
  • Starting and Charging
    • 45 Amp Charging alternator
    • 24 Volt electric starting motor
    • Battery disconnect switch
    • Battery, rack and cables

Optional Equipment

  • Air Inlet System
    • Standard air cleaners
    • Heavy duty air cleaner
    • Dual element air cleaner
  • Circuit breakers
    • Shrouds
    • 1600, 2000, 2500 and 3200 Amp, 3 Pole, IEC-Rated Circuit breakers
    • Center posts busbars
    • Enclosures - Control packaging
    • 400, 800, 1200, 1600, 2000, 2500 and 3000 Amp, 3 Pole, UL-100% Rated Circuit breakers
    • Circuit breaker wiring groups
    • Power connection covers
    • Cable supports
    • 800, 1600, 2000, 2500 and 3200 Amp, 4 Pole, IEC rated Circuit breakers
  • Control Panels
    • EMCP 4.3, EMCP 4.4
  • Cooling System
    • High ambient radiator
    • Extended life coolant
    • Standard radiator
    • Radiator duct flange
    • Certified radiator
  • Enclosures
    • Premium sound attenuated enclosure
    • Cold weather bundle
    • Color options
    • DC lighting package
    • Sound attenuated enclosure
    • AC Panel, outlets and lights
    • Panel bracket
    • Enclosure fuel tank options
    • Enclosure louvers - fixed and motorized
  • Exhaust System
    • Elbow mounting kit
    • Mufflers
    • Guard and shield system
    • Flange and exhaust expanders
    • Flexible fittings
    • All C32 engines have 203 mm (8 in) exhaust outlets
    • Flanges
    • Exhaust through the wall kit
  • General
    • US aid emblem
    • Special paint
  • Generator and Attachments
    • Medium voltage optional generators
    • Low voltage optional generators
  • Lube System
    • Oil level regulator
    • Oil pan
    • Prelube manual sump pump
  • Mounting System
    • Spring type vibration isolators
    • IBC vibration isolators
    • Mounting base types
    • Standard package isolators
  • Power Connections
    • Center post busbars
    • Low voltage connection cables
    • Neutral grounding connection
  • Power Termination
    • Circuit breakers, UL listed
    • Circuit breakers, IEC compliant
  • Special Tests / Reports
    • Standard engine test
    • IBC seismic Certifications
    • PGS Test report @ 1.0 power factor
    • Custom generator TVA report
    • Generator test report
    • Standard genset Torsional Vibration Analysis (TVA) report
    • PGS Test report @ 0.8 power factor
    • CSA test and certification
    • OSHPD seismic Certifications
  • Starting / Charging
    • 10 Amp enclosure Battery charger
    • 35 Amp Battery charger
    • Space heater
    • Jacket water heater
    • Electric starting motor - Standard/heavy duty
    • Heavy duty starting system
    • 10 Amp Battery charger
    • 20 Amp Battery charger

Specs

Overview

Long Name:
C32 (60 Hz)
Name:
C32 (60 Hz)
Brand:
Cat
Status:
Current

Generator Set Specifications

Maximum Rating
1250 ekW
Minimum Rating
830 ekW
Emissions/Fuel Strategy
Low Fuel, Tier 2 Nonroad Stds
Voltage
220 to 4160 Volts
Frequency
60 Hz
Speed
1800 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
TA
Fuel System
MEUI
Governor Type
Adem™A4

Generator Set Dimensions

Length - Minimum
164 in / 4165 mm
Length - Maximum
172.7 in / 4385 mm
Width - Minimum
66.3 in / 1684 mm
Width - Maximum
87.7 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)
16755 lb / 7600 kg

SEE HOW C32 (60 Hz) COMPARES AGAINST FREQUENTLY COMPARED PRODUCTS.

Diesel Generator Sets
C32 (60 Hz)
C32 Diesel Generator Sets
Brand
Cat
Status
Current
Maximum Rating
1250 ekW
Minimum Rating
830 ekW
Emissions/Fuel Strategy
Low Fuel, Tier 2 Nonroad Stds
Voltage
220 to 4160 Volts
Frequency
60 Hz
Speed
1800 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
TA
Fuel System
MEUI
Governor Type
Adem™A4
Selected Model
Diesel Generator Sets
C32 (50 Hz) India Market Only
C32 Rear Right Diesel Generator Set
Brand
Cat
Status
Current
Maximum Rating
1250 kVA
Minimum Rating
1010 kVA
Emissions/Fuel Strategy
Low Fuel Consumption
Voltage
415 Vots
Frequency
50 Hz
Speed
1500 rpm
Duty Cycle
Standby, Prime
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
TA
Fuel System
MEUI
Governor Type
Adem™A4
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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
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