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C32 (60 Hz)

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Overview

Caterpillar is leading the power generation marketplace with Power Solutions engineered to deliver unmatched flexibility, expandability, reliability, and cost-effectiveness.

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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

UL 2200 Listed
CSA
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

Worldwide 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

Engine Specifications

Bore: 5.71in
Displacement: 1958.86in³
Stroke: 6.38in
Aspiration: TA
Fuel System: MEUI
Engine Model: C32 TA, V-12, 4-Stroke Water-Cooled Diesel
Compression Ratio: 15.0:1
Governor Type: Adem™A4
Aspiration: TA
Fuel System: MEUI
Bore: 5.71in
Displacement: 1958.86in³
Stroke: 6.38in
Fuel System: 6.38in

Generator Set Specifications

Minimum Rating: 830 ekW
Maximum Rating: 1250 ekW
Voltage: 220 to 4160 Volts
Frequency: 60 Hz
Speed: 1800 rpm
Emissions/Fuel Strategy: Low Fuel, Tier 2 Nonroad Stds
Duty Cycle: Standby, Mission Critical, Prime, Continuous

Generator Set Dimensions

Height - Maximum: 86.4in
Length - Maximum: 172.7in
Width - Maximum: 87.7in
Length - Minimum: 164in
Width - Minimum: 66.3in
Height - Minimum: 85.1in
Dry Weight - Genset (minimum): 14700lb
Dry Weight - Genset (maximum): 16755lb

Standard/Optional Features

Standard Equipment:

Air Inlet System
- Single element canister type with service indicator
Control Panel
- Warning shutdowns
- EMCP 4.2B
- Digital Indicators
- Communications
- Control features
- Programmable protective relaying functions
Cooling System
- Caterpillar extended life coolant
- ATAAC
- Coolant drain line with valve
- Low coolant level sensor
- Fan and belt guards
- Radiator fan and fan drive
Exhaust System
- 203 mm (8 in) ID round flanged outlet
- Exhaust manifold - dry
Fuel System
- Fuel cooler
- Fuel priming pump
- Secondary fuel filters
- Primary fuel filter with water separator
General
- RH service
- Caterpillar yellow with high gloss black rails & radiator
- SAE standard rotation
- Flywheel and flywheel housing-SAE
Generators And Attachments
- Class H temperature rise at 40C ambient
- 3 Phase brushless
- Permanent magnet excitation (PMG)
- Winding temperature detectors
- Integrated voltage regulator (IVR)
- Reactive droop
- IEC standard hole pattern
- NEMA Class H insulation
- Busbar connections, top center mounted, top cable entry
- Salient pole
- 6 Lead
- Internal excitation (IE)
Governing System
- ADEM(tm) A4
Lube System
- Gear type lube oil pump
- Oil drain lines and valve
- Fumes disposal
- Lubricating oil
- Integral lube Oil cooler
- Oil filter, filler and dipstick
Mounting System
- Rubber anti-vibration mounts
- Rails - Engine/generator/radiator mounting
Power Termination
- Busbar
Starting And Charging
- 45 Amp Charging alternator
- 24 Volt electric starting motor
- Battery disconnect switch
- Battery, rack and cables

Optional Equipment:

Air Inlet System
- Standard air cleaners
- Heavy duty air cleaner
- Dual element air cleaner
Circuit Breakers
- Shrouds
- 1600, 2000, 2500 and 3200 Amp, 3 Pole, IEC-Rated Circuit breakers
- Center posts busbars
- Enclosures - Control packaging
- 400, 800, 1200, 1600, 2000, 2500 and 3000 Amp, 3 Pole, UL-100% Rated Circuit breakers
- Circuit breaker wiring groups
- Power connection covers
- Cable supports
- 800, 1600, 2000, 2500 and 3200 Amp, 4 Pole, IEC rated Circuit breakers
Control Panels
- EMCP 4.3, EMCP 4.4
Cooling System
- High ambient radiator
- Extended life coolant
- Standard radiator
- Radiator duct flange
- Certified radiator
Enclosures
- Premium sound attenuated enclosure
- Cold weather bundle
- Color options
- DC lighting package
- Sound attenuated enclosure
- AC Panel, outlets and lights
- Panel bracket
- Enclosure fuel tank options
- Enclosure louvers - fixed and motorized
Exhaust System
- Elbow mounting kit
- Mufflers
- Guard and shield system
- Flange and exhaust expanders
- Flexible fittings
- All C32 engines have 203 mm (8 in) exhaust outlets
- Flanges
- Exhaust through the wall kit
General
- US aid emblem
- Special paint
Generator And Attachments
- Medium voltage optional generators
- Low voltage optional generators
Lube System
- Oil level regulator
- Oil pan
- Prelube manual sump pump
Mounting System
- Spring type vibration isolators
- IBC vibration isolators
- Mounting base types
- Standard package isolators
Power Connections
- Center post busbars
- Low voltage connection cables
- Neutral grounding connection
Power Termination
- Circuit breakers, UL listed
- Circuit breakers, IEC compliant
Special Tests / Reports
- Standard engine test
- IBC seismic Certifications
- PGS Test report @ 1.0 power factor
- Custom generator TVA report
- Generator test report
- Standard genset Torsional Vibration Analysis (TVA) report
- PGS Test report @ 0.8 power factor
- CSA test and certification
- OSHPD seismic Certifications
Starting / Charging
- 10 Amp enclosure Battery charger
- 35 Amp Battery charger
- Space heater
- Jacket water heater
- Electric starting motor - Standard/heavy duty
- Heavy duty starting system
- 10 Amp Battery charger
- 20 Amp Battery charger

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Voltage: 220 to 4160 Volts
Maximum Rating: 1250 ekW

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C32 (60 Hz)