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3516E Generator Set

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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

Cat ECS 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 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

Generator Set Specifications

Minimum Rating: 2725 kVA
Maximum Rating: 3500 kVA
Emissions/Fuel Strategy: U.S. EPA Cert. Tier 2 / Low NOx
Voltage: 380 to 11000 volts
Frequency: 50 Hz
Speed: 1500 rpm
Duty Cycle: Standby, Mission Critical, Prime
Standby Rating: 3500/3250/3000 kVA
Prime Power Rating: 3175/2950/2725 kVA

Engine Specifications

Engine Model: 3516E, V-16, 4-Stroke Water-Cooled Diesel
Bore: 6.69in
Stroke: 8.46in
Displacement: 4765in³
Compression Ratio: 14.0:1
Aspiration: ATAAC
Fuel System: Electronic Unit Injection
Governor Type: Adem™ A5

Generator Set Dimensions

Length - Minimum: 302.6in
Length - Maximum: 306.5in
Width - Maximum: 102.8in
Height - Maximum: 131.6in
Dry Weight - Genset (minimum): 44930lb
Dry Weight - Genset (maximum): 45651lb

Standard/Optional Features

Standard Equipment:

Air Inlet System
- Air cleaner; single element canister type
Control System
- Generator set packages include:
- Emergency stop pushbutton
- 24 Volt DC operation
- KVAR / PF modes
- IVR includes reactive droop capability
- Cat ECS 100
- Text alarm/event descriptions
- Generator mounted - rear facing
- Environmental sealed front face
- RFI suppression
- 3 Phase voltage sensing
- Caterpillar's voltage regulator
- Min / max exciter
- Limiter and exciter diode monitor
- Controls:
- Speed adjust
- Auto/start/stop control
- Engine cycle crank
- Engine cool
- Alarm acknowledge
- PLC functionality
- Customizable screens
- Lamp test
- Load histogram feature
- Generator phase sequence
- 1 Programmable relay outputs (Form C)
- RPM
- High coolant temperature
- Accessory module data link
- Low coolant level
- Number of I/O varies on options selected
- Digital indication for:
- Reverse power (kW) (32)
- Reverse reactive power (kVAr) (32RV)
- Overcurrent (50/51)
- 6 Customer programmable digital inputs
- 3 Analog inputs
- Serial annunciator module data link
- Over/under frequency (81 o/u)
- Low coolant temperature
- +/- 2% accuracy
- Programmable protective relaying functions:
- Failure to start (overcrank)
- 4 Programmable relay outputs (Form A)
- Cat connect
- Over/under voltage (27/59)
- 1 Programmable digital outputs
- 0 True RMS AC metering
- 3 Phase
- Communications:
- Overspeed
- DC volts
- Operating hours
- Coolant temperature
- Oil pressure (psi, kPa or bar)
- Volts (L-L & L-N)
- Power factor (per phase & average)
- Frequency (Hz)
- Amps (per phase & average)
- kW (per phase, average & percent)
- kVA (per phase, average & percent)
- kVAr (per phase, average & percent)
- Low oil pressure
- kVAr-hr (total)
- kW-hr (total)
- Warning/shutdown with common LED indication of shutdowns for: Low oil pressure - High coolant temperature - Overspeed - Emergency stop - Failure to start (overcrank) - Low coolant temperature - Low coolant level -
Cooling System
- ATAAC - 3516E package radiators shipped installed
- Certified standard PGS provided
Exhaust System
- Dry exhaust manifold
- Flanged faced outlet(s)
Fuel System
- Fuel cooler; not included with packages without radiator
- Secondary fuel filters
- Flexible fuel lines - shipped loose
General
- SAE standard rotation
- Flywheel and flywheel housing - SAE No. 00
- Right hand servicing
- Caterpillar yellow with high gloss black rails and radiator
Generator And Attachments
- Anti-condensation space heater
- Low voltage: Random wound - Internal excitation (IE) - Winding temperature detectors - NEMA Class H insulation system, Class H temperature rise at 40C ambient (125C prime/150C standby) - Busbar connections, top center mounted, top cable entry - NEMA standard hole pattern
- 3 Phase brushless, Salient pole
- NEMA Class H insulation system, Class H temperature rise at 40C ambient (125C prime/150C standby)
- Winding temperature detectors
- High voltage:
- Medium voltage:
- Class H insulation, Class F temperature rise at 40C ambient (105C prime / 130C standby)
- NEMA standard hole pattern
- 6 Lead
- Permanent magnet excitation (PMG)
- Form wound
- Busbar connections, right side extension box, bottom cable entry
Governing System
- ADEM A5
Literature
- Parts book
- Operation & Maintenance Manual
Lubrication System
- Gear type lube oil pump
- Lubricating oil
- Oil filter, filler and dipstick
- Integral lube oil cool
- Oil drain lines and valve
- Fumes disposal
Mounting System
- Rails - Engine/generator/radiator mounting
- Anti-vibration mounts (shipped loose)
- Rubber anti-vibration mounts - shipped loose
Starting System
- 24 Volt electric starting motor
- 45 Amp Charging alternator
- Battery and battery rack w/cables
- Battery disconnect switch

Optional Equipment:

Control System
- EMCP 4.4
Air Inlet System
- Single element filter
- Dual element air cleaner
Cooling System
- Standard ambient ATAAC radiators
- Water level switch gauges
- Optional installed ATAAC radiators
- Coolant
- Optional installed radiators
- Standard ambient radiators
Crankcase System
- Ventilation system
- Explosion relief valves
- No explosion relief valves
Exhaust System
- Y Adapters
Fuel System
- Primary fuel filter
- Fuel priming pumps (Tier 4) - Manual or electric
General
- US aid emblem
- Special paint (Colors other than Caterpillar yellow or high performance paints)
Generators And Attachments
- Thermostat for space heater
- Alternator air cleaner
- Differential current transformers (DCT) 8.7 kV and 15 kV classes
- Generator conversion
- Space heater
- Low / Medium voltage: 380/400/415 volts, 3 phase 1500 rpm. RW, PM, No. of Leads = 6, Pitch = .6667: 1600 and 1800 Frames
- Low / Medium voltage: 380/400/415 volts, 3 phase 1500 rpm. RW, IE, No. of Leads = 6, Pitch = .6667: 1600 Frame
Instrumentation
- Pyrometer and thermocouples
Lubrication System
- Lube oil in standard sump
- Prelube pumps
- Oil level regulator
Mounting System
- Puck style low efficiency isolators
- Spring type vibration isolators
- IBC vibration isolators
Power Connections
- Neutral ground connections
- Center post busbars
- Right side power connections
Special Tests / Reports
- Generator set fuel consumption test
- Torsional vibration analysis reports
- PGS Test report @ 0.8 power factor
- IBC Certification
- PGS Test report @ 1.0 power factor
- Canadian Standards Association certification
- Standard engine test charge
- Generator test report
- Fuel consumption test
- OSHPD Certification
Starting And Charging
- Air pressure regulator
- Jacket water heaters
- Air starting motors
- 24 Volt battery set - Dry
- Starter cover
- Engine barring device
- 10, 20, 35 and 50 Amp Battery chargers
- Electric starting motors
Extended Service Coverage
- Platinum, Gold and Silver coverage

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3516E Generator Set