C280-8

Cat C280-8 Marine Generator Set

THE RUNDOWN

A3 ECU

Advantages

CAN J1939 data link Waterproof connectors, Maintenance-free, Backup ECU for redundant governing
Customer Interface Panel

Advantages

Interfaces with standard Cat® Marine Monitoring System (PLC in Price List), Provides visual indication of ECU functionality, Accepts 4 — 20 mA or PWM remote throttle speed input, Marine alarm and protection
Electronic Unit Injectors

Advantages

“Drop-in” installation, No threaded fuel connections, High pressure inside injector only, Does not require double wall fuel lines or leak collection device, Injector synchronization not required
Power Rating
Power Range2200 - 2600 ekW
Generator Set Specifications
Frequency50 / 60
Speed1000 rpm (50 hz) or 900 rpm (60 hz)
Minimum Rating2200 ekW (2938 kVA)
Maximum Rating2600 ekW (3025 kVA)
Emissions/Fuel StrategyEPA Tier 2, IMO II
Engine Specifications
AspirationTurbocharged-Aftercooled
Bore11.0in
Stroke11.8in
Displacement9031.0in³
Governor TypeElectronic
Fuel SystemEUI
Compression Ratio 50 Hz13.1
Compression Ratio 60 Hz13:1
Engine ModelIn-line 8, 4-Stroke-Cycle Diesel
Generator Set Dimensions
Length316.5in
Width77.2in
Height155.0in
Weight - Estimated25000.0lb
Standard Equipment

General

  • LH and RH service availability

Air Inlet System

  • Aftercooler, fresh water, corrosion resistant coated (air side)
  • Air inlet adapter - Straight / 90 degree / 35 degree

Ain Inlet System

  • Crankcase breathers, top mounted
  • Single turbocharger, rear-mounted, engine oil lubricated

Control System

  • Dual Caterpillar ADEM A4 Electronic Engine Control Modules
  • Rigid Wiring Harness

Cooling System

  • Aftercooler/oil cooler and jacket water pumps (gear driven)
  • Engine coolant water drains
  • Single Circuit / Separate Circuit Aftercooler

Exhaust System

  • Dry, gas tight, exhaust manifold
  • Turbo speed sensors - overspeed protection

Fuel System

  • Fuel transfer pump, gear driven
  • Duplex Fuel filters
  • Electronically Controlled Unit Injectors
  • Electronically Controlled Unit Injectors

Insturmental

  • CAT Alarm & Protection System

Lube System

  • Oil pump, gear driven
  • 2 element oil cooler, engine mounted
  • Duplex centrifugal oil filter - engine mounted
  • Prelube pump - air / electric

Protection System

  • Crankcase explosion relief valves
Optional Equipment

Exhaust System

  • Exhaust manifold shielding - soft

Fuel System

  • SOLAS shielding

Lube System

  • Front and rear oil pan drains
  • Wet sump
  • SOLAS shielding

Protection System

  • Oil mist detector
  • Cylinder pressure relief valves