C32 | 1500 kVA

C32 | 1250 kVA 50 Hz Generator Set

THE RUNDOWN

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
  • 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
  • EU Declaration of Conformity
  • EU Declaration of Incorporation
  • Eurasian Conformity (EAC)
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
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
Generator Set Specifications
Maximum Rating1500 kVA
Minimum Rating910 kVA
Emissions/Fuel StrategyLow Fuel, Low Emissions
Voltage400 to 3300 Volts
Frequency50 Hz
Speed1500 rpm
Duty CycleStandby, Mission Critical, Prime, Continuous
Engine Specifications
Engine ModelC32 TA, V-12, 4-Stroke Water-Cooled Diesel
Bore5.71in
Stroke6.38in
Displacement1958.86in³
Compression Ratio15.0:1
AspirationTurbocharged, Air to Air Aftercooled
Fuel SystemMEUI
Governor TypeAdem™A4
Generator Set Dimensions
Length - Minimum164in
Length - Maximum176.6in
Width - Minimum66.3in
Width - Maximum87.8in
Height - Minimum85.1in
Height - Maximum86.4in
Dry Weight - Genset (minimum)14700lb
Dry Weight - Genset (maximum)17855lb
Standard Equipment

Air Inlet System

  • Single element canister type with service indicator

Control Panel

  • GCCP Control panel
  • Control features
  • Programmable protective relaying functions
  • Digital indicators
  • Warning shutdowns
  • Communications

Cooling System

  • Fan and belt guards
  • Radiator fan and fan drive
  • ATAAC
  • Coolant drain line with valve
  • Caterpillar extended life coolant
  • Low coolant level sensor

Exhaust

  • Exhaust manifold - dry
  • 203 mm (8 in) ID round flanged outlet

Fuel System

  • Primary fuel filter with water separator
  • Fuel priming pump
  • Secondary fuel filters
  • Fuel cooler

Generators and Attachments

  • Integrated voltage regulator (IVR)
  • Permanent magnet excitation (PMG)
  • 3 Phase brushless
  • Reactive droop
  • Internal excitation (IE)
  • NEMA Class H insulation
  • Class H temperature rise at 40C ambient
  • Salient pole
  • Winding temperature detectors
  • 6 Lead
  • IEC standard hole pattern
  • Busbar connections, top center mounted, top cable entry

Governing System

  • ADEM(tm) A4

Mounting System

  • Rails - engine/generator/radiator mounting
  • Rubber anti-vibration mounts

Lube System

  • Oil drain lines and valve
  • Integral lube Oil cooler
  • Fumes disposal
  • Lubricating oil
  • Oil filter, filler and dipstick
  • Gear type lube oil pump

Power Termination

  • Busbar

Starting / Charging System

  • 24 Volt electric starting motor
  • Battery, rack and cables
  • Battery disconnect switch
  • 45 Amp Charging alternator

General

  • Caterpillar yellow with high gloss black rails & radiator
  • RH service
  • Flywheel and flywheel housing-SAE
  • SAE standard rotation
Optional Equipment

Air Inlet System

  • Dual element air cleaner
  • Heavy duty air cleaner
  • Standard air cleaners

Circuit breakers

  • 1600, 2000, 2500 and 3200 Amp, 3 Pole, IEC-Rated Circuit breakers
  • Enclosures - Control packaging
  • Cable supports
  • Center posts busbars
  • Circuit breaker wiring groups
  • Power connection covers
  • Shrouds
  • 400, 800, 1200, 1600, 2000, 2500 and 3000 Amp, 3 Pole, UL-100% Rated Circuit breakers
  • 800, 1600, 2000, 2500 and 3200 Amp, 4 Pole, IEC rated Circuit breakers

Control Panels

  • GCCP Control panel

Cooling System

  • Radiator duct flange
  • Certified radiator
  • High ambient radiator
  • Standard radiator
  • Extended life coolant

Enclosures

  • Enclosure fuel tank options
  • Sound attenuated enclosure
  • Enclosure louvres - fixed and motorized
  • Color options
  • AC Panel, outlets and lights
  • Premium sound attenuated enclosure
  • Cold weather bundle
  • Panel bracket
  • DC lighting package

Exhaust System

  • Exhaust through the wall kit
  • Flange and exhaust expanders
  • Flanges
  • Guard and shield system
  • All C32 engines have 203 mm (8 in) exhaust outlets
  • Elbow mounting kit
  • Mufflers
  • Flexible fittings

Generator and Attachments

  • Low voltage generators
  • Medium voltage generators

Lube System

  • Oil pan
  • Prelube manual sump pump
  • Oil level regulator

Mounting System

  • IBC vibration isolators
  • Mounting base types
  • Spring type vibration isolators
  • Standard package isolators

Power Termination

  • Circuit breakers, IEC compliant
  • Circuit breakers, UL listed

Power Connections

  • Low voltage connection cables
  • Neutral grounding connection
  • Center post busbars

Starting / Charging System

  • 10 Amp enclosure Battery charger
  • Space heater
  • 10 Amp Battery charger
  • 20 Amp Battery charger
  • 35 Amp Battery charger
  • Electric starting motor - Standard/heavy duty
  • Standard 24 volt open package battery set - Dry
  • Jacket water heater

Special Tests / Reports

  • PGS Test report @ 1.0 power factor
  • Standard engine test
  • Generator test report
  • Custom generator TVA report
  • PGS Test report @ 0.8 power factor
  • CSA test and certification
  • IBC seismic Certifications
  • Standard genset Torsional Vibration Analysis (TVA) report
  • OSHPD seismic Certifications

General

  • Special paint
  • US aid emblem