3512B Diesel Generator Set

1320 - 1750 kVA Diesel Generator Set

Producing reliable power from 1360 to 1625 kVA at 50 Hz, our 3512B 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 offer both low fuel consumption and low emission systems.

The 3512B generator set has been developed for a wide range of applications, from emergency standby installations such as healthcare and datacenters to continuously powering remote installations. The packages can be optimized for performance that matters to you with either low emissions or low fuel consumption versions available. Backed by the worldwide network of Cat dealers ready to support your operation with technical support, service, parts, and warranty, Cat generator sets will provide the reliability and durability you expect.

Equipment Highlights

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

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

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)
Telecommunication Lab of China

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

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

Specs + Downloads

Specs

Engine Model: 3512B TA, V-12, 4-Stroke Water-Cooled Diesel
Bore: 6.69 in
Stroke: 7.48 in
Displacement: 3161.03 in³
Compression Ratio: 14.0:1
Aspiration: TA
Fuel System: Electronic Unit Injection
Governor Type: ADEM™ A3

Length - Minimum: 212.8 in
Length - Maximum: 217.1 in
Width - Minimum: 90 in
Width - Maximum: 90 in
Height - Minimum: 94.9 in
Height - Maximum: 94.9 in
Dry Weight - Genset (minimum): 25620 lb
Dry Weight - Genset (maximum): 26530 lb

Standby Rating: 1625/1600/1500 kVA
Prime Power Rating: 1500/1360 kVA
Emissions/Fuel Strategy: Low Fuel , Low Emissions
Voltage: 400 to 415 Volts
Frequency: 50 Hz
Speed: 1500 rpm
Duty Cycle: Standby, Mission Critical, Prime, Continuous
Minimum Rating: 1360 kVA
Maximum Rating: 1625 kVA