3512C Generator Set

3512C Generator Set

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Generator Set Specifications

Standby Rating
1750 ekW
Prime Power Rating
1600 ekW
Emissions/Fuel Strategy
U.S. EPA Cert., Tier 2
Voltage
380 to 13800 Volts
Frequency
60 Hz
Speed
1800 rpm
Duty Cycle
Standby, Mission Critical
Maximum Rating
1750 ekW
Minimum Rating
1600 ekW

Engine Specifications

Engine Model
3512C ATAAC, V-12, 4-Stroke Water-Cooled Diesel
Bore
6.69in
Stroke
8.46in
Displacement
3574in³
Compression Ratio
14.7:1
Aspiration
TA
Fuel System
Electronic unit injection
Governor Type
ADEM™ A3

Generator Set Dimensions

Length - Maximum
262.9in
Width - Maximum
89.8in
Height - Maximum
110in
Dry Weight - Genset (maximum)
32660lb

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 requirement
  • 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)
  • Contact your Cat Dealer for specific ambient and altitude capabilities

Certifications

  • UL2200
  • CSA Certified
  • IBC seismic certification
  • OSHPD pre-approval

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

  • 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:

Optional Equipment:

    Control Panels
    • Digital I/O module
    • EMCP 4.3, EMCP 4.4
    • Load share module
    • Remote monitoring software
    • Generator temperature monitoring & protection
    Exhaust
    • Exhaust mufflers
    Air Inlet System
    • Heavy duty air cleaner
    • Single element filter
    Generator
    • Permanent magnet excitation (PMG)
    • Anti-condensation heater
    • Internal excitation (IE)
    • Oversize and premium generators
    Power Termination
    • Circuit breakers, IEC compliant
    • Circuit breakers, UL listed
    Cooling System
    • Standard installed radiators
    • Standard installed ATAAC radiators
    • Optional installed ATAAC radiators
    • Water level switch gauges
    • Coolant
    • Optional installed radiators
    Exhaust System
    • Flanges
    • Flange and exhaust expanders
    • Flexible fittings
    • Elbows
    • Y Adapters
    • Mufflers
    Fuel System
    • Primary fuel filter
    Starting/charging
    • Heavy duty starting system
    • Charging alternator
    • Battery chargers
    • Oversize batteries
    • Air starting motor with control and silencer
    • Jacket water heater
    Generators And Attachments
    • 1400, 1600, 2700 Frames
    • Space heater
    • Generator conversion from IE to PM
    • Differential current transformers (DCT) 15 kV class
    • RW, IE, 6 Leads, Pitch 0.6667
    • Generator air cleaner
    • Low voltage: 380,440 / 480 Volts, 3 Phase, 1800 rpm
    • Differential current transformers (DCT) 8.7 kV class
    Instrumentation
    • Wiring GP W/O cyl sensors
    • Pyrometer and thermocouples
    Lube System
    • Oil drains
    • Lubrication oil in standard sump
    • Oil level regulator
    • Prelube pumps
    General
    • US aid emblem
    • The following options are based on regional and product configuration:
    • Automatic transfer switches (ATS)
    • EU Certificate of Conformance (CE)
    • CSA Certification
    • Integral & sub-base UL listed dual wall fuel tanks
    • EEC Declaration of Conformity
    • UL 2200 package
    • Integral & sub-base fuel tanks
    • Seismic Certification per applicable building codes: IBC 2000, IBC 2003, IBC 2006, IBC 2009, CBC 2007
    • Enclosures: Sound attenuated, weather protective
    Crankcase Protection
    • Crankcase ventilation system
    • No explosion relief valves
    • No crankcase explosion relief valves
    • Explosion relief valves
    Mounting System
    • Spring type vibration isolators
    • IBC vibration isolators
    • Puck style low efficiency isolators
    Mounting
    • IBC isolators
    • Rubber anti-vibration mounts
    • Spring type vibration isolators
    Power Connections
    • 1600 ,2000, 2500, 3000, 4000 Amp, 3 Pole, UL-100% rated Circuit breakers
    • Grounding groups
    • Neutral ground connections
    • Right side power connections
    • Rear power connections
    • Left side power connections
    • Six lead, six terminal option
    • 2000, 2500, 3200 Amp, 3 Pole, IEC rated Circuit breakers
    • Center post busbars
    • 2000, 2500 Amp, 4 Pole, IEC rated Circuit breakers
    • Cable entry - right side
    Special Tests / Reports
    • Fuel consumption test
    • Generator test report
    • IBC seismic Certification
    • PGS Test report @ 1.0 power factor
    • Standard engine test charge
    • CSA Certification
    • Generator fuel consumption test
    • Torsional vibration analysis
    • PGS Test report @ 0.8 power factor
    Starting / Charging System
    • 24 Volt battery set - Dry
    • Air pressure regulator
    • 10 Amp Battery charger
    • Air starting motor
    • 35 Amp Battery charger
    • Jacket water heaters
    • Starter cover
    • Engine barring device
    • Batteries, racks and cables:
    • Electric starting motors