3608 Generator Set (Medium Speed)
THE RUNDOWN
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
Generator
- Matched to the performance and output characteristics of Cat engines
- Industry leading mechanical and electrical design
- Industry leading motor starting capabilities
- High Efficiency
World Wide Product Support
- Cat dealers provide extensive post-sale support including maintenance and repair agreements.
- Cat dealers have over 1,800 dealer branch stores operating in 200 countries. The Caterpillar S•O•S℠ program cost effectively detects internal engine component condition, even the presence of unwanted fluids and combustion by-products
Full Range of Attachments
- Wide range of bolt-on system expansion attachments, factory designed and tested Flexible packaging options for easy and cost effective installation
Generator Set Specifications
| Maximum Rating | 2660 ekW |
| Minimum Rating | 1830 ekW |
| Emissions/Fuel Strategy | Low Fuel Consumption |
| Frequency | 60 Hz |
| Speed | 720 & 900 rpm |
| Duty Cycle | Standby, Prime, Continuous |
Engine Specifications
| Engine Model | 3608 I-8,4-Stroke Water-Cooled Diesel |
| Bore | 11in |
| Stroke | 11.8in |
| Displacement | 9064in³ |
| Compression Ratio | 13:01 |
| Aspiration | TA |
| Fuel System | Direct unit injection |
| Governor Type | Generator Set Monitoring System (GMS) |
Generator Set Dimensions
| Length - Maximum | 404in |
| Width - Maximum | 99.62in |
| Height - Maximum | 156.6in |
| Dry Weight - Genset (maximum) | 91050lb |
Standard Equipment
Air Inlet System
Air Inlet System
- Aftercooler, fresh water, corrosion resistant coated (air side)
- Air inlet shutoff
- Turbocharger, watercooled (720 rpm and HFO), engine oil lubricated
- Breather, crankcase, top-mounted
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Cooling System
- Engine coolant water drains
- Water temperature regulator
- Jacket water thermostats
Exhaust System
- Includes adapter, flexible exhaust fitting
- 457 mm (18 in) Cat bolt pattern
- Dry, gas tight, exhaust manifold
Fuel System
- Simplex or duplex
Generator System
- Custom generator per generator data sheet completed by dealer
Governor System
- UG Actuator
Lube System
- Oil filler and dipstick
- Service side engine mounted on cylinder block inspection covers
- Wet oil sump. Includes engine-driven main lubrication and oil pumps, oil lines and oil pan
- Centrifugal oil filters with single shutoff
- Oil pressure regulating valve
- Crankcase explosion relief valves
Mounting System
- Engine and generator mounting
- Damper, torsional vibration
Starting / Charging System
- Air silencer
- One motor, engine mounted at rear, on left side
- Vane type air starter
- Line group for single point custom connection
General:
- Gear driven pumps: Fuel/oil/jacket water/Aftercooler/Oil cooler water
- Paint, Caterpillar yellow
Optional Equipment
Air Inlet System
- Heavy duty air cleaner
- Air inlet adapter
- Boost control valve
- Air cleaner louver assembly
- Vertical support bracket
- Soot filter
Cooling System
- Auxiliary water pump
- Heating aids
- Cooling system aids
- Expansion tank
Exhaust System
- Weld flange and related hardware
- Flexible exhaust fittings
Fuel System
- Fuel priming pump
- Duplex primary fuel strainer
- Fuel system connections
Generator System
- Class F insulation
- Anti-condensation space heaters
- 3 Phase, six Leads, WYE
- Winding temperature detectors
- Busbar connections
Governor System
- Battery backup/power supply
- 2301 A load share
- Electronic/actuators
- Digital programmers
- EGB actuator
- 723 Plus
Lube System
- Lube ANSI adapter (Emergency connection)
- Oil pan drain valve
Mounting System
- Spring type vibration isolators
- Non-vertically restrained
- Vertically restrained
- Isolator
Starting / Charging System
- Pressure reducing valve
- Compressed air flex hose
General:
- Custom paint colors