D500 GC (60 Hz) Generator Set

500 ekW Diesel Generator Set

The D500 GC diesel generator sets have been developed to meet your needs in standby applications. Producing reliable power of 500 ekW at 60 Hz, meeting ISO 8528-5 transient response requirements and built to accept 100 % rated load in one step. The engines are certified for U.S. EPA Certified for Stationary Emergency Use Only (Tier 2 or Tier 3 Nonroad Equivalent Emission Standards).

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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

M-Frame 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

GCCP 1.2 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 to104°F (40°C)
Contact your Cat Dealer for specific ambient and altitude capabilities

Certifications

UL 2200 Listed
ULC Certification Available

One Safe Source

Components used in the generator set are selected based on seamless design integration to provide the optimum 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

Specs + Downloads

Specs

Engine Model: Cat® C15 In-line 6, 4-cycle diesel
Bore: 5.4 in
Stroke: 6.8 in
Displacement: 928 in³
Compression Ratio: 16.1:1
Aspiration: Turbocharged Air-to-Air Aftercooled
Fuel System: MEUI
Governor Type: ADEM™A4

Length - Maximum: 189.6 in
Width - Maximum: 64.2 in
Height - Minimum: 2034 in
Height - Maximum: 101.7 in
Dry Weight - Genset (minimum): 8280.6 lb
Dry Weight - Genset (maximum): 10346.3 lb

Standby Rating: 500 ekW
Frequency: 60 Hz
Emissions/Fuel Strategy: U.S. EPA Tier 2 Certified
Voltage: 480 to 600 Volts
Speed: 1800 RPM
Duty Cycle: Standby