G3516C

G3516C Gas Generator Set

Cat® G3516C (1173kW-1675kW) Natural Gas Generator models' industry leading design provides high efficiency while meeting emissions standards.

G3516C Gas Generator Sets

DESCRIPTION

From natural gas-fueled combined heat and power (CHP) systems and emergency power for facilities, to renewable biogas energy to support the local grid, or electricity generated from coal mine gases, Caterpillar has a wide range of reliable gas power solutions.G3516C Generator SetElectric Power

Cat G3516C Gas Engine

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

SR4B Generator

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

EMCP 4.3 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

Emissions

  • Meets most worldwide emissions requirements down to 0.5 g/bhp-hr NOx level without aftertreatment

Proven System

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

Full Range of Attachments

  • Wide range of bolt-on system expansion attachments
  • Factory designed and tested
  • 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
  • Your local Cat dealer provides extensive post-sale support, including maintenance and repair agreements

  • Standard Equipment
  • Optional Equipment
  • Specs
  • Docs

Standard Equipment

  • Air Inlet
    • Two-element single-stage air cleaner with enclosure and service indicator
  • Control Panels
    • EMCP 4.3
  • Cooling
    • Jacket water and SCAC driven pumps and bypass lines
    • 2nd Stage SCAC-Cat Flange
    • Engine driven water pumps for jacket water and aftercooler
    • Jacket water and SCAC thermostats
    • ANSI/DN customer flange connections for JW inlet and outlet
    • Cat flanges on SCAC circuit
  • Exhaust
    • Integrated Sensing Module (ISM)
    • Cat-flanged face outlet on turbocharger
    • Provides exhaust port temperatures and stack temperature to customer supplied screen via CCM
    • Dry exhaust manifolds, insulated and shielded
  • Fuel System
    • 24V ETR Gas Shutoff Valve
    • Engine installed, fuel metering valve
    • Throttle plate, 24V DC actuator, controlled by ECM
    • 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
    • Fuel Filter
  • Ignition System
    • Individual Cylinder Detonation Sensitive Timing (DST)
    • Electronic Ignition System (controlled by ECM)
  • Fuel system
    • Electronic fuel metering valve
  • Generator
    • Anti-condensation space heater
    • Busbar connections
    • Class H Insulation & Class F temperature rise
    • Reactive Droop
    • Permanent Magnet Excitation
    • 3-phase brushless, salient pole
    • Caterpillar's Digital Voltage Regulator (CDVR) with 3-phase sensing and KVAR/PF control
    • SR4B
    • Winding temperature detectors
  • General
    • RH Service
    • Operation and maintenance manuals
    • Crankshaft Vibration Damper and Guard
    • Parts Book
  • Starting/Charging
    • 24V starting motors

Optional Equipment

  • Air Inlet
    • Vertical, horizontal dual element air cleaner
    • Enclosure mounting brackets and piping
    • Air cleaner with precleaner
  • Control Panel
    • Local NFPA99-110 Alarm Module w/LEDs
    • Synchronizing Module
    • Remote 24V 8/16 Light Annunciator
    • Engine Failure Relay
    • PL1000E/PL1000T Communications Module
    • Custom 8-Light Alarm Module
  • Cooling
    • Inlet/Outlet connections
    • Jacket water coolant heater
    • Aftercooler air lines, aftercooler core replacement
  • Exhaust
    • Flexible Fittings
    • 14" Flange Kit
    • 406 mm Elbow Kits
    • 406 mm flange kits
    • Mufflers (15/18/25 dBA Attenuation) and spark-arresting muffler with ANSI companion flanges
    • 16" Spark Arresting Muffler
    • 356-406mm Flange and Exhaust Expander
    • 15/18/25 dBA Muffler Attenuation
  • Fuel System
    • 207-276kPa, 30-40 psi gas knockdown regulator
    • 14-69 kPa (2-10 psi) gas pressure regulator
    • 24VDC Gas Shutoff Valve, Gas Knockdown Regulator
    • Fuel Filter, Gas Filter
  • Generator
    • Cable access box
    • 8.7/15 kV Cross, Differential, Current Transformers (CCCT, DCT, CT)
    • Medium and high voltage generators and attachment
    • 480/4160/13200 Volt Generator Options (60 Hz)
    • Generator air filter
    • Bearing temperature detectors
    • European Bus Bars
    • 415/400/380, 3300/6600/11000 Volt Generator Options (50 Hz)
    • Annunciator Modules
    • Generator Removal
    • Low voltage extension box
  • Governing System
    • Load share module
  • General
    • Special paint order
    • Tool set
    • US AID Emblem
    • Barring group
    • Digital diagnostic tool
  • Starting/Charging
    • 60A, 24V charging alternator (requires engine driven pumps)
    • Battery removal
    • 20A battery charger
    • Battery disconnect switch
    • Battery with cables and rack (shipped loose)

Specs

Overview

Long Name:
G3516C Gas Generator Set
Name:
G3516C
Brand:
Caterpillar
Status:
Current

Generator Set Specifications

Continuous Rating
1660 ekW
Fuel Type
Natural Gas
Maximum Electrical Efficiency
37.70%
Maximum Standby Rating
1500
Frequency
50 / 60 Hz
RPM
1500/1800

Engine Specifications

Engine Model
G3516C
Displacement
4210 in³ / 69 l
Aspiration
TA
Bore
6.7 in / 170 mm
Stroke
7.5 in / 190 mm

Generator Set Dimensions

Length
219 in / 5553 mm
Width
72 in / 1828 mm
Height
92 in / 2340 mm
Dry Weight - Genset
31226 lb / 14161 kg

SEE HOW G3516C COMPARES AGAINST FREQUENTLY COMPARED PRODUCTS.

Gas Generator Sets
G3516C
G3516C Gas Generator Sets
Brand
Caterpillar
Status
Current
Continuous Rating
1660 ekW
Fuel Type
Natural Gas
Maximum Electrical Efficiency
37.70%
Frequency
50 / 60 Hz
RPM
1500/1800
Engine Model
G3516C
Displacement
4210 in³ / 69 l
Aspiration
TA
Bore
6.7 in / 170 mm
Stroke
7.5 in / 190 mm
Length
219 in / 5553 mm
Width
72 in / 1828 mm
Height
92 in / 2340 mm
Dry Weight - Genset
31226 lb / 14161 kg
Gas Generator Sets
G3516A
G3516A  Gas Generator Sets
Brand
Cat
Status
Current
Continuous Rating
1085 ekW
Fuel Type
Natural Gas, Biogas, Coal Gas
Maximum Electrical Efficiency
36.50%
Frequency
50 / 60 Hz
RPM
1200 / 1500 rpm
Engine Model
G3516A
Displacement
4210 in³ / 69 l
Aspiration
TA
Bore
6.7 in / 170 mm
Stroke
7.5 in / 190 mm
Length
193 in / 4913 mm
Width
68 in / 1736 mm
Height
76 in / 1940 mm
Dry Weight - Genset
27670 lb / 12549 kg
Gas Generator Sets
G3516H
G3516H  Gas Generator Sets Right Rear view
Brand
Caterpillar
Status
Current
Continuous Rating
2027 / 2007 ekW @ 1.0pf
Fuel Type
Natural Gas, Hydrogen Blend (up to 25%)
Maximum Electrical Efficiency
45.30%
Frequency
50 / 60 Hz
RPM
1500 rpm
Engine Model
G3516H
Displacement
4765 in³ / 78 l
Aspiration
TA
Bore
6.7 in / 170 mm
Stroke
8.5 in / 215 mm
Length
291 in / 7395 mm
Width
84 in / 2139 mm
Height
95 in / 2402 mm
Dry Weight - Genset
40384 lb / 18315 kg