New | 3516E Low Voltage Generator Set

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Generator Set Specifications
Minimum Rating2750 kVA
Maximum Rating3000 kVA (3100 kVA without fan)
Emissions/Fuel StrategyLow Fuel Consumption
Voltage380 to 11000 volts
Frequency50 Hz
Speed1500 rpm
Duty CycleStandby, Mission Critical, Prime
Engine Specifications
Engine Model3516E, SCAC, V-16, 4-Stroke, Water-Cooled Diesel
Bore6.69 in
Stroke8.46 in
Displacement4766 in
Compression Ratio14:01
AspirationTA
Fuel SystemElectronic unit injection
Governor TypeAdem™5
Generator Set Dimensions
Length - Maximum296.8 in
Width - Maximum87.2 in
Height - Maximum133.5 in
Dry Weight - Genset (maximum)43541 lb
Cat Generator Set Package

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

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

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

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

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

Certifications

  • EU Declaration of Conformity
  • EU Declaration of Incorporation
  • Eurasian Conformity (EAC)
  • Telecommunication Lab of China

One Safe Source

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

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

Standard Equipment

Air Inlet System
  • Air cleaner
  • Single element canister type with service indicator
Control Panel
  • Environmental sealed front face
  • Warning/shutdown with common LED indication of shutdowns for:
  • Overspeed
  • RPM
  • Generator phase sequence
  • Emergency stop pushbutton
  • Digital indication for:
  • Text alarm / event descriptions
  • 2 Programmable digital outputs
  • Reverse reactive power (kVAr) (32RV)
  • Reverse power (kW) (32)
  • Failure to start (overcrank)
  • Panel lights
  • Speed adjust
  • Oil pressure (psi, kPa or bar)
  • Low coolant level
  • Generator mounted - rear facing
  • Over / under frequency (81 o/u)
  • Lamp test
  • True RMS AC metering, 3-phase, +/-2% accuracy
  • Low coolant temperature
  • Power Factor (per phase & average)
  • Frequency (Hz)
  • Overcurrent (50/51)
  • High coolant temperature
  • DC volts
  • 6 Programmable digital inputs
  • Coolant temperature
  • 24 Volt DC operation
  • Amps (per phase & average)
  • Emergency stop
  • Alarm acknowledge
  • Programmable protective relaying functions:
  • 2 Programmable relay outputs (Form C)
  • EMCP 4.2B
  • Serial annunciator module data link
  • Controls:
  • kW-hr (total)
  • kW (per phase, average & percent)
  • Engine cool-down timer
  • Operating hours
  • EMCP 4 Genset Controller
  • Volts (L-L & L-N)
  • Engine cycle crank
  • Communications:
  • kVAr (per phase, average & percent)
  • EMCP4.2B controller includes:
  • Customer data link (Modbus RTU)
  • Over / under voltage (27/59)
  • Low oil pressure
  • kVA (per phase, average & percent)
  • kVAr-hr (total)
  • 4 Programmable relay outputs (Form A)
  • Accessory module data link
Exhaust
  • Exhaust flange outlet
Fuel
  • Primary fuel filter with integral water separator
Generator
  • IP23 Protection
  • Matched to the performance and output characteristics of Cat engines
Power Termination
  • Busbar
Starting/Charging
  • Heavy-duty starting system
  • Charging alternator
Cooling System
  • Caterpillar Extended Life Coolant
  • Radiator fan and fan drive
  • Fan and belt guards
  • JWAC
  • Coolant drain line with valve
  • Coolant level sensors
Cooling
  • Package mounted radiator
Exhaust System
  • Dry exhaust manifold
  • Flanged faced outlet(s)
Fuel System
  • Secondary fuel filters
  • Fuel priming pump
  • Fuel cooler; not included with packages without radiator
  • Flexible fuel lines - shipped loose
Generators and Attachments
  • Internal excitation
  • 6 Lead
  • Busbar connections, top center mounted, top cable entry
  • IEC standard hole pattern
  • Random wound
  • 3 Phase brushless, salient pole
  • Winding temperature detectors
  • NEMA Class H insulation, Class H temperature rise at 40C ambient (125C prime / 150C standby).
  • Generator set packages include Caterpillar's Digital Voltage Regulator (CDVR). CDVR includes reactive droop capability, 3-phase voltage sensing, KVAR/PF modes, RFI suppression, min/max exciter
Governing System
  • ADEM III
Literature
  • English
Lube System
  • Lubricating oil
  • Oil filter, filler and dipstick
  • Fumes disposal
  • Oil drain lines and valve
  • Gear type lube oil pump
  • Integral lube oil cooler
Mounting System
  • Rubber anti-vibration mounts (shipped loose)
  • Rails - engine / generator / radiator mounting
Starting / Charging System
  • Battery and battery rack w/cables
  • 24 Volt electric starting motor
  • Battery disconnect switch
General
  • Right hand servicing
  • Paint: Caterpillar yellow with high gloss black rails & radiator
  • Flywheel and flywheel housing-SAE No. 00
  • SAE standard rotation

Optional Equipment

Air Inlet System
  • Air inlet protection
  • Heavy duty air cleaners
  • Remote air inlet adapters
  • Dual element air cleaners
Circuit Breakers
  • Cable entry options
  • Control packaging for enclosures
  • Optional busbar power connections
  • EMAX breakers
  • Load take off; IEC standard hole
  • Center posts busbars
  • Trip Units
Power Termination
  • Circuit breakers, IEC compliant
Control Panels
  • External box clips
  • Local and remote monitoring
  • Busbar connections
  • Governors
  • Generator temperature monitoring
  • Auxiliary box
  • Voltage raise / lower switch
  • EMCP 4.3, EMCP 4.4
  • EMAX breaker connections
  • Language options
  • Remote speed adjust
  • Annunciator modules
  • Customer interface options
  • Vandal proof panel door
Cooling System
  • Optional Serpentine radiators
  • Water level switch gauges
  • Heat exchangers
  • Radiator duct flanges
European Certifications
  • EU declaration of conformity
Exhaust System
  • Mufflers
  • Through wall installation kit
  • Flexible fittings
  • Muffler mounting kits
Fuel System
  • Fuel coolers
  • Primary fuel filter
Generators and attachments
  • 3 Phase, Random wound, Internal excitation
  • Internal excitation
  • Random wound
  • Pitch: 0.6667
  • Optional generators
  • Number of leads: 6
  • 3 Phase, 380 / 400 / 415 / 3300 / 6600 / 10000 / 10500 / 11000 volt
     
Instrumentation
  • Thermocouples
  • Pyrometers and thermocouples
Lube System
  • Manual prelube sump pumps
  • Oil level regulator
  • Electric prelube pumps
Mounting System
  • Spring type vibration isolators
  • IBC vibration isolators
Protection System
  • Explosion relief valves
Special Tests / Reports
  • PGS test report @ 0.8 power factor
  • CSA test and certification
  • Neutral ground certificate
  • PGS test report @ 1.0 power factor
  • IBC seismic certificate
Starting / Charging System
  • Jacket water heaters
  • ETHER starting aids
  • Dual 24 volt electric starting motors
  • 24 Volt battery sets - Dry
  • Charging alternators - 50 Amp
  • 10 and 20 amp battery chargers
General
  • Engine barring group

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