Power System

3516B (60 Hz) with Upgradeable Package

1640 - 2250 ekW Diesel Generator Set

Producing reliable power from 1640 to 2250 ekW at 60 Hz, our 3516B 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.

The3516B with the upgradeable packaging design 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 to 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 requirements
  • 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)
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  • Contact your Cat Dealer for specific ambient and altitude capabilities
Single-Source Supplier
  • 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
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

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Specs
  • Engine Model: 3516B TA, V-16, 4-Stroke Water-Cooled Diesel
  • Bore: 6.69 in
  • Stroke: 7.48 in
  • Displacement: 4210.64 in
  • Compression Ratio: 14.0:1
  • Aspiration: TA
  • Fuel System: MEUI
  • Governor Type: ADEM™ A4
  • Length - Maximum: 234.5 in
  • Width - Maximum: 90 in
  • Height - Maximum: 98.2 in
  • Dry Weight - Genset (maximum): 30310 lb
  • Standby Rating: 2250 ekW
  • Prime Power Rating: 1825 ekW
  • Emissions/Fuel Strategy: Low fuel, Low Emissions
  • Voltage: 380 to 480 Volts
  • Frequency: 60 Hz
  • Speed: 1800 rpm
  • Duty Cycle: Standby, Mission Critical, Prime, Continuous
  • Maximum Rating: 2250 ekW
  • Minimum Rating: 1640 ekW

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