G3512K

G3512K Gas Generator

Cat® G3512K (1502kW-1530kW) Gas Generator models delivers world-class efficiency for combined heat & power (CHP) and other operations.

G3512K Gas Generator Set

DESCRIPTION

From natural gas to biogas, coal mine gases, or hydrogen fuel blends to support combined heat and power (CHP), emergency power, and local grid support applications, Caterpillar has a wide range of reliable gas power solutions.G3520K Gas GeneratorElectric Power

Cat G3520K Gas Engine

        
  • Robust high speed block design provides prolonged life and lower owning operationg costs
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  • Designed for maximum performance on low pressure pipeline natural gas
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  • Simple open chamber combustion system for reliability and fuel flexibility
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  • Leading edge technology in ignition system and air/fuel ratio control for lower emission and engine efficiency
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  • One electronic control module handles all engine functions: ignition, governing, air/fuel ratio control and engine protection

SR5 Generator

        
  • Designed to match performance and output characteristics of Caterpillar gas engines
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  • Industry leading mechanical and electrical design
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  • High efficiency

Cat Energy Control System (Cat ECS)

        
  • A cost effective but powerful system
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  • Modern color touch screen
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  • Meets UL6200 controls and UL2300 3rd ed. generator set package requirements
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  • Local annunciation to meet NFPA 110

Emissions

        
  • Meets most worldwide emissions requirements down to 0.5 g/bhp-hr or 250 mg/Nm3 Nox level without aftertreatment

Proven System

        
  • Field proven in a wide range of applications worldwide
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  • Fully prototype tested
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  • Certified torsional vibration analysis available

Full Range of Attachments

        
  •  Wide range of bolt-on system expansion attachments
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  • Factory designed and tested
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  • Flexible packaging options for easy and cost effective installation

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

  • Cooling
    • Engine driven water pumps for jacket water and aftercooler.
    • SCAC control valve
    • Jacket water and SCAC thermostats.
    • ANSI/DN customer flange connections for JW inlet and outlet.
  • Control Panel
    • ECS 100 with colored HMI
    • Ethernet Telematics
  • Air Inlet
    • Two-element single-stage air cleaner with enclosure and service indicator.
  • Governing System
    • ADEM 6
  • Exhaust
    • Center section cooled turbocharger with Cat flanged outlet.
    • Dry exhaust manifolds, insulated and shielded.
    • Individual exhaust port and turbocharger outlet wired to Integrated Tmeperature Sensing Module (ITSM) with GECM providing alarms and shutdowns.
  • Fuel System
    • Electronic fuel metering valve
    • EN7462/CSAB149:3, NFPA37
    • Throttle plate, 24V DC actuator, controlled by GECM
    • Fuel system is sized for 31.5 to 47.2 MJ/NM3 dry pipeline natural gas with pressure of 10.2 to 34.5KPa to the engine fuel control valve.
  • Generator
    • Operation and maintenance manuals
    • Busbar connections
    • IVR - Intergrated voltage regulator
    • Paint- Caterpillar Yellow except rails gloss black
    • Parts book
    • Reactive droop
    • Winding temperature detectors
    • Crankshaft Vibration Damper and Guard
    • RH/LH Service
    • Anti-condensation space heater
    • SR5 / N9500
  • Lube
    • Electric Pre-lube pump
  • Starting/Charging
    • 24V starting motors
  • Ignition System
    • Integrated Cylinder Pressure Sensor (ICPS)
    • Electronic Ignition System (controlled by ADEM 6)

Optional Equipment

  • Control Panel
    • Load Share Module
    • ECS 200 with colored HMI
    • Cellular telematics
    • Expandable Ethernet modules
    • Remote HMI displays
    • CAN 2 connection point
    • Expandable I/O
  • Air Inlet
    • Off Engine Air Cleaner - Mounting Brackets and Piping
  • Circuit Breaker
    • LSI/LSIG/LSIG-P Long-Time, Short-Time, Instantaneous Annunciator, ground fault protect, ground fault annunciate
    • Non-par/Par Breakers
    • Rear-mounted
    • 5000A 3-Pole IEC/ULCSA Rated Circuit Breakers
  • Cooling
    • Coolant level drain line with valves
    • Inlet/Outlet RH and LH connections
  • Lube
    • Ship oil filled or dry(Ultra40)
    • SYNHP (only ship dry)
    • Oil Level Regulator
  • Starting/Charging
    • Battery with cables and rack (shipped loose)
    • Engine barring device
    • Jacket water heater (220/400/240/480V)
    • 60A, 24V charging alternator (requires engine driven pumps)
  • Exhaust
    • Muffler and spark-arresting muffler with companion flanges
    • Flange, Elbow, and Flexible Fitting
    • Exhaust Expander
  • Fuel System
    • Fuel filter
    • Gas pressure regulator
    • Gas Knockdown Regulator
    • Gas shutoff valve 24V, Energized-To-Run (ETR)
  • Generator
    • Cable access box
    • Thermostate for space heater
    • Generator space heater (with optional heater control)
    • Manual voltage control
    • NEMA/IEC Busbars
    • Bearing temperature detectors
    • Generator air filter
    • Medium and high voltage generators and attachment
    • Current transformer, differential current transformer, potential transformer
    • Low voltage extension box
  • General
    • Tool set
    • US AID Emblem
    • Special paint order
    • Digital diagnostic tool
  • Package
    • Seismic Isolators
    • Spring Isolators
  • Grid Code Compliance
    • 50 Hz: Germany (HV/MV), Great Britain, Italy (HV/MV), Belgium, Polan, Netherlands, Romania, Spain, France, Czech Republic, Greece, Ireland, and European Standard

Specs

Overview

Long Name:
G3512K Gas Generator
Name:
G3512K
Brand:
Caterpillar
Status:
Current

Generator Set Specifications

Continuous Rating
1530 ekW @ 1.0pf
Fuel Type
Natural Gas & Propane
Maximum Electrical Efficiency
45.3%
Frequency
50 / 60 Hz
RPM
1500

Engine Specifications

Engine Model
G3512K
Displacement
3576 in³ / 58.6 l
Aspiration
TA
Bore
6.7 in / 170 mm
Stroke
8.5 in / 215 mm

Generator Set Dimensions

Length
215 in / 5466 mm
Width
71.97 in / 1828 mm
Height
89.49 in / 2273 mm
Dry Weight - Genset
37082 lb / 16820 kg

Engine Specifications

Compression Ratio
10.5
Governor Type
Adem 6

Generator Set Specifications

Speed
1500 RPM
Frequency
50/60 Hz

SEE HOW G3512K COMPARES AGAINST FREQUENTLY COMPARED PRODUCTS.

Gas Generator Sets
G3512K
G3512K Gas Generator Set
Brand
Caterpillar
Status
Current
Fuel Type
Natural Gas & Propane
Frequency
50/60 Hz
RPM
1500
Engine Model
G3512K
Displacement
3576 in³ / 58.6 l
Aspiration
TA
Bore
6.7 in / 170 mm
Stroke
8.5 in / 215 mm
Length
215 in / 5466 mm
Width
71.97 in / 1828 mm
Height
89.49 in / 2273 mm
Gas Generator Sets
G3512H
G3512H 50 Hz Gas Open Generator Set, Rear Right View
Brand
Caterpillar
Status
Current
Fuel Type
Natural Gas, Hydrogen Blend (up to 25%)
Frequency
50 / 60 Hz
RPM
1500 rpm
Engine Model
G3512H
Displacement
3574 in³ / 59 l
Aspiration
TA
Bore
6.7 in / 170 mm
Stroke
8.5 in / 215 mm
Length
223 in / 5656 mm
Width
76 in / 1921 mm
Height
91 in / 2308 mm
Gas Generator Sets
G3516 with FAST RESPONSE
G3516 Gas Generator Set Rear Right View
Brand
Caterpillar
Status
Current
Fuel Type
Natural Gas, Hydrogen Blend (up to 5%)
Frequency
60 Hz
RPM
1800 rpm
Engine Model
G3516
Displacement
4765 in³ / 78 l
Aspiration
TA
Bore
6.7 in / 170 mm
Stroke
8.5 in / 215 mm
Length
275.6 in / 7000 mm
Width
92.3 in / 2345 mm
Height
128.5 in / 3265 mm