C15 Generator Set

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Description

Technical Specifications

Benefits and Features

Equipment

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Caterpillar is leading the power generation marketplace with Power Solutions engineered to deliver unmatched flexibility, expandability, reliability, and cost-effectiveness.

Generator Set Specifications
Maximum Rating	500 ekW
Minimum Rating	320 ekW
Emissions/Fuel Strategy	Low Fuel, Tier 2, Tier 3, EU Stage IIIA
Voltage	208 to 600 Volts
Frequency	60 Hz
Speed	1800 RPM
Duty Cycle	Standby, Prime
Engine Specifications
Engine Model	C15 ATAAC, I-6, 4-Stroke Water-Cooled Diesel
Bore	5.4 in
Stroke	6.75 in
Displacement	927.56 in³
Compression Ratio	16.1:1
Aspiration	Air to Air Aftercooled
Fuel System	MEUI
Governor Type	Adem™A4
Generator Set Dimensions
Length - Maximum	168.2 in
Width - Maximum	81 in
Height - Maximum	126.3 in

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

A-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 1.3 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

Cooling System

Designed to operate in standard ambient temperatures up to 55°C (131°F)
Contact your Cat Dealer for specific ambient and altitude capabilities

Certifications

UL2200 Listed; CSA 22.2; Certification of Compliance – IBC Seismic; Dual IBC & HCAI

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

Standard Equipment:

Air Inlet
- Air cleaner
Air System
- Turbocharger
- Air cleaner - Non canister disposable paper filter
- Aftercooler core
Control Panel
- GCCP 1.3
- GCCP 1.3 Genset Controller
Cooling
- Package mounted radiator
Cooling System
- Caterpillar extended life coolant
- Fan drive, battery charging alternator drive
- Radiator and cooling fan with guard
- Coolant drain line with valve
Exhaust
- Base, formed steel with single wall integral 8-hour fuel tank
- Standard open set fuel tank/base supplied
- Exhaust flange outlet
Fuel
- Secondary fuel filters
- Primary fuel filter with integral water separator
- Fuel priming pump
Fuel System
- Primary fuel filter w/integral water separator and secondary filter
- Fuel priming pump
- Engine fuel transfer pump
- Flexible fuel lines
- Fuel cooler
Generator
- Matched to the performance and output characteristics of Cat engines
- Load adjustment module provides engine relief upon load impact and improves load acceptance and recovery time
- IP23 Protection
Power Termination
- Busbar
Generator And Attachments
- Mandatory option circuit breaker, IEC, 3 pole, mounted in power centre
- Integrated voltage regulator (IVR)
- Segregated low voltage (AC/DC) wiring panel
- Optional LC Frame generator - IP23 Protection
- Power center, IP22
- A Frame generator - IP21 Protection
Mounting
- Rubber vibration isolators
Governing System
- Cat electronic governor (ADEM A4).
Lube System
- Oil cooler
- Oil drain valves
Mounting System
- Captive linear vibration isolators between base and engine-generator includes lifting provisions and termination points for coolant and lube oil drain lines
Starting/charging
- 24 Volt battery with rack and cables
- 24 volt starting motor
- Batteries
General
- Engine and alternator pre paint, Caterpillar yellow
- Paint - Caterpillar yellow except rails and radiators gloss black