D550 GC (60 Hz) Generator Set

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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
Standby Rating 550 ekW
Frequency 60 Hz
Emissions/Fuel Strategy U.S. EPA Tier 2 Certified
Voltage 480 to 600 Volts
Speed 1800 rpm
Duty Cycle Standby
Engine Specifications
Engine Model Cat® C18 In-line 6, 4-cycle diesel
Bore 5.7 in
Stroke 7.2 in
Displacement 1106 in³
Compression Ratio 14.5:1
Aspiration Turbocharged Air-to-Air Aftercooled
Fuel System MEUI
Governor Type ADEM™A4
Generator Set Dimensions
Length - Maximum 196.1 in
Width - Maximum 73.4 in
Height - Minimum 79.1 in
Height - Maximum 100.9 in
Dry Weight - Genset (minimum) 8776.6 lb
Dry Weight - Genset (maximum) 11464 lb

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

SR500 Alternator

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

Designed to meet applicable global standards including ISO 8528, ISO 3046 and IEC 60034-1, with CSA, UL2200, IBC, NEMA and NFPA conformity available depending on configuration and market.

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 System
    • Standard air cleaner
  • Control Panel
    • GCCP 1.2
  • Cooling System
    • Jacket water pump, gear driven, centrifugal
    • Radiator, package mounted
    • Radiator sight gauge
    • Thermostats and housing
    • Blower fan and fan drive with guards
    • Coolant drain valve
  • Exhaust System
    • Exhaust manifold - dry
  • Fuel System
    • Fuel cooler
  • Base
    • Standard wide base
  • Generators And Generator Attachments
    • Insulation system, Class H
  • Governing System
    • Cat electronic governor (ADEM A4)
  • Lube System
    • Oil cooler
    • Oil drain with valve
    • Shallow oil pan
    • Oil filter, spin on
    • Fumes disposal to front of radiator
    • Oil filler and dipstick
  • Mounting System
    • Captive linear vibration isolators between base and engine-generator
    • Includes lifting provisions and termination points for coolant and lube oil drain lines
  • Protection
    • Safety shutoff - Overspeed
    • Safety shutoff - Low oil pressure
    • Safety shutoff - High water temperature
  • Starting/charging System
    • 24-volt electric starting motor
    • 24V, 45 Amp Charging alternator
  • General
    • Lifting eyes
    • Vibration damper
  • Telematics
    • Cat® Product Link™ PL444 cellular
    • Cat® Product Link™ PL444 cellular

Optional Equipment:

  • Bases, Mounting & Fuel Tanks
    • Integral tank base, 24 hours, UL142
    • Fuel tank pill pipe & lockable cap
    • Audio & visual fuel alarm (@90% fuel level)
    • 5 Gallon Spill Containment
    • Overfill prevention valve
    • Extended tank base, 24 hours, UL142
  • Circuit Breaker
    • Auxiliary contacts
    • Single and multi manual breakers
  • Control System
    • 20A GFCI (Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter)
    • Twist release, Red button emergency stop
    • Product link remote monitoring hardware
    • 100A Load center
    • Ground fault relay
    • Audible alarm Gp
    • Remote E-Stop button
    • Discrete I/O module
    • Earth (Ground) fault relay
  • Enclosures
    • AC & DC Source lights
    • E-Stop
    • Sound attenuated level 2
  • Exhaust System
    • Flexible exhaust connection
    • Manifold and turbocharger guards
    • 8" Muffler - 25 dBA / Enclosure silencer
  • Generator
    • Space heater
    • Permanent magnet excitation (PMG) generator
  • Starting System
    • Standard battery set: 1000 CCA, 90 amp/hr.
    • Battery charger (UL Certified)
    • Jacket water heater
    • Oversize battery set, 1400 CCA, 200 amp/hr
  • General
    • CSA Certification
    • UL2200 Certification
  • Circuit Breakers
    • Auxiliary contacts
    • Neutral bars
  • Cooling System
    • Jacket water heater with pump
    • Coolant heater
    • Stone guards
  • Base / Fuel Tank
    • Audio & visual fuel alarm
  • Starting And Charging
    • Oversize battery set
    • Battery disconnect switch
    • 5 Amp Battery charger
    • Standard battery set
  • Certifications
    • UL2200 Listed
    • CSA 22.2
    • IBC Seismic
  • Lube System
    • Manual sump pump


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