3608 (50 Hz)

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
Worldwide 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 Rating3575 kVA
Minimum Rating2363 kVA
Emissions/Fuel StrategyLow Fuel Consumption
Frequency50 Hz
Speed750 & 1000 rpm
Duty CycleStandby, Prime, Continuous
Engine Specifications
Engine Model3608 I-8,4-Stroke Water-Cooled Diesel
Bore11in
Stroke11.8in
Displacement9064in³
Compression Ratio13:01
AspirationTA
Fuel SystemDirect unit injection
Governor TypeGenerator Set Monitoring System (GMS)
Generator Set Dimensions
Length - Maximum404in
Width - Maximum99.62in
Height - Maximum156.6in
Dry Weight - Genset (maximum)91050lb
Standard Equipment

Air Inlet System

Air Inlet System

Air Inlet System

  • Breather, crankcase, top-mounted
  • Aftercooler, fresh water, corrosion resistant coated (air side)
  • Turbocharger, watercooled (750 rpm and HFO), engine oil lubricated
  • Air inlet shutoff

Air Inlet System

Air Inlet System

Air Inlet System

Air Inlet System

Air Inlet System

Air Inlet System

Air Inlet System

Air Inlet System

Air Inlet System

Air Inlet System

Air Inlet System

Air Inlet System

Air Inlet System

Air Inlet System

Air Inlet System

Air Inlet System

Air Inlet System

Air Inlet System

Air Inlet System

Air Inlet System

Air Inlet System

Air Inlet System

Air Inlet System

Air Inlet System

Air Inlet System

Air Inlet System

Air Inlet System

Air Inlet System

Air Inlet System

Air Inlet System

Air Inlet System

Air Inlet System

Cooling System

  • Water temperature regulator
  • Jacket water thermostats
  • Engine coolant water drains

Exhaust System

  • 457 mm (18 in) Cat bolt pattern
  • Includes adapter, flexible exhaust fitting
  • 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

  • Service side engine mounted on cylinder block inspection covers
  • Centrifugal oil filters with single shutoff
  • Crankcase explosion relief valves
  • Wet oil sump. Includes engine-driven main lubrication and oil pumps, oil lines and oil pan
  • Oil filler and dipstick
  • Oil pressure regulating valve

Mounting System

  • Engine and generator mounting
  • Damper, torsional vibration

Starting / Charging System

  • Line group for single point custom connection
  • Air silencer
  • One motor, engine mounted at rear, on left side
  • Vane type air starter

General:

  • Paint, Caterpillar yellow
  • Gear driven pumps: Fuel/oil/jacket water/Aftercooler/Oil cooler water
Optional Equipment

Air Inlet System

  • Air cleaner louver assembly
  • Air inlet adapter
  • Heavy duty air cleaner
  • Vertical support bracket
  • Soot filter
  • Boost control valve

Cooling System

  • Expansion tank
  • Auxiliary water pump
  • Heating aids
  • Cooling system aids

Exhaust System

  • Flexible exhaust fittings
  • Weld flange and related hardware

Fuel System

  • Duplex primary fuel strainer
  • Fuel priming pump
  • Fuel system connections

Generator System

  • Winding temperature detectors
  • Anti-condensation space heaters
  • Busbar connections
  • 3 Phase, six Leads, WYE
  • Class F insulation

Governor System

  • 2301 A load share
  • 723 Plus
  • EGB actuator
  • Electronic/actuators
  • Battery backup/power supply
  • Digital programmers

Lube System

  • Oil pan drain valve
  • Lube ANSI adapter (Emergency connection)

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