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C18 Generator Set

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

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Design Criteria

The generator set meets NFPA 110 loading requirement and meets ISO 8528-5 transient response.

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

A-Frame Alternator

Matched to the performance and output characteristics of Cat engines
Industry leading mechanical and electrical design
Industry leading motor starting capabilities
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GCCP 1.3 Control Panel

The EMCP controller features the reliability and durability you have come to expect from your Cat equipment. EMCP4 is a scalable control platform designed to ensure reliable generator set operation, providing extensive information about power output and engine operation. EMCP4 systems can be further...

Single-Source Supplier

Fully prototype tested with certified torsional vibration analysis available

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 ...

Seismic Certification

Seismic Certification available.
Anchoring details are site specific, and are dependent on many factors such as generator set size, weight, and concrete strength.
IBC Certification requires that the anchoring system used is reviewed and approved by a Professional Engineer
Seismic Certification per Applicable Building Codes: IBC 2000, IBC 2003, IBC 2006, IBC 2009, CBC 2007, CBC 2010

UL2200 Listed; CSA 22.2; Certification of Compliance – IBC Seismic; Dual IBC & HCAI

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Generator Set Specifications

Minimum Rating: 706 kVA
Maximum Rating: 850 kVA
Emissions/Fuel Strategy: Low Fuel
Voltage: 380 to 415 Volts
Frequency: 50 Hz
Speed: 1500
Duty Cycle: Standby, Prime

Engine Specifications

Engine Model: C18 ATAAC, I-6, 4-Stroke Water-Cooled Diesel
Bore: 5.71in
Stroke: 7.2in
Displacement: 1106.4in³
Compression Ratio: 14.5:1
Aspiration: Air to Air Aftercooled
Fuel System: Electronic unit injection
Governor Type: Adem™A4

Generator Set Dimensions

Length - Maximum: 162.4in
Width - Maximum: 78.3in
Height - Maximum: 75in

Standard/Optional Features

Standard Equipment:

Air Inlet System
- Single element air cleaner
- Turbocharger
- Aftercooler core
- Light duty air cleaner
Control System
- GCCP 1.3
Cooling
- Coolant drain line with valve
- Radiator and cooling fan with guard
- Fan drive, battery charging alternator drive
- Caterpillar extended life coolant
Exhaust System
- Stainless steel exhaust flex gaskets, raincap and SAE exhaust flange for customer use - shipped loose
Fuel System
- Standard 8 hour open set integral fuel tank
Generator And Attachments
- LC frame generator - IP23 Protection
- Matched to the performance and output characteristics of Cat engines
- Segregated low voltage (AC/DC) wiring panel
- Mandatory option circuit breaker, IEC, 3 pole, mounted in power centre
- Integrated voltage regulator (IVR)
- Power center, IP22
- Integrated voltage regulator (IVR)
Governing System
- Cat electronic governor (ADEM A4)
Lube System
- Lubricating oil
- Oil drain lines with valves
Mounting System
- Captive linear vibration isolators between base and engine-generator.
Starting/charging
- 24 Volt battery with rack and cables
General
- Engine and alternator pre-paint, Caterpillar yellow

Optional Equipment:

Air Inlet System
- Dual element air cleaner
Circuit Breakers
- 4 Pole (IEC-100% rated) Circuit breakers - Package mounted
- Circuit breaker (IEC) Auxiliary contacts
- 3 Pole (IEC-100% rated) Circuit breakers - Motorised
- Padlockable circuit breaker device
- Shunt trip for IEC breaker
- Power terminal strip
- 4 Pole (IEC-100% rated) Circuit breakers - Motorised
- 3 Pole (IEC-100% rated) Circuit breakers - Package mounted
Control System
- Local alarm horn
- Protective devices: Earth fault relay - earth leageage Ground fault relay - Overload shutdown via breaker - Low fuel level alarm - Low fuel level shutdown - High fuel level alarm - Fuel level sensor
- GCCP 1.4
- Remote annunciator module
- Oil temperature displays
- Local alarm modules
Cooling System
- Radiator transition flange
- Low coolant temperature alarm
Enclosures
- Sound attenuated enclosures (to be available soon)
Exhaust System
- 8 and 10 inch elbow kits
- 10, 25, 35 dB end in / end out mufflers
- Engine mounted muffler
- 8 and 10 inch GP flanges
- Manifold and turbocharger guards
Fuel System
- Integral - Dual wall fuel tank base
- Fuel transfer system
- Manual fuel transfer pump
Generator And Attachments
- Space heaters
- A Frame CIP generator
- LC frame CIP generator
- A Frame oversize generator
- Ingress protection
- LC frame oversize generators
- LC frame generator
- Permanent magnet excitation (PMG)
Lube System
- Manual sump pump
Starting And Charging
- Jacket water heaters
- 5 Amp Battery charger
- Battery disconnect switch
- Jacket water heaters

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