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3606 Generator Set (Medium Speed)

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  • Matched to the performance and output characteristics of Cat engines
  • Industry leading mechanical and electrical design
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  • 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 unwanted fluids and combustion by-products
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Engine Specifications

Bore
11in
Displacement
1127in3
Stroke
11.8in
Aspiration
TA
Fuel System
Direct unit injection
Engine Model
3606 I-6,4-Stroke Water-Cooled Diesel
Total Displacement
6762in³
Compression Ratio
13:01
Governor Type
Generator Set Monitoring System (GMS)
Aspiration
TA
Fuel System
Direct unit injection
Bore
11in
Displacement
111in³
Stroke
11.8in
Fuel System
6762in³

Generator Set Specifications

Minimum Rating
1650 ekW
Maximum Rating
2000 ekW
Frequency
60 Hz
Speed
900 rpm
Emissions/Fuel Strategy
Low Fuel Consumption
Duty Cycle
Standby, Prime, Continuous

Generator Set Dimensions

Height - Maximum
156.6in
Length - Maximum
404in
Width - Maximum
99.62in
Dry Weight - Genset (maximum)
74970lb

Standard/Optional Features

Standard Equipment:

  • Air Inlet System
    • Breather, crankcase, top-mounted
    • Aftercooler, fresh water, corrosion resistant coated (air side)
    • Turbocharger, watercooled (720 rpm and HFO), engine oil lubricated
    • Air inlet shutoff
  • Cooling System
    • Jacket water thermostats
    • Engine coolant water drains
    • Water temperature regulator
  • Exhaust System
    • 457 mm (18 in) Cat bolt pattern
    • Includes adapter, flexible exhaust fitting
    • Dry, gas tight, exhaust manifold
  • Fuel System
    • Simplex or duplex
  • Generator System
    • Custom generator per generator data sheet completed by dealer
  • Governor System
    • UG Actuator
  • Lube System
    • Centrifugal oil filters with single shutoff
    • Oil pressure regulating valve
    • Service side engine mounted on cylinder block inspection covers
    • Oil filler and dipstick
    • Crankcase explosion relief valves
    • Wet oil sump. Includes engine-driven main lubrication and oil pumps, oil lines and oil pan
  • Mounting System
    • Damper, torsional vibration
    • Engine and generator mounting
  • Starting / Charging System
    • Vane type air starter
    • One motor, engine mounted at rear, on left side
    • Air silencer
    • Line group for single point custom connection
  • General:
    • Paint, Caterpillar yellow
    • Gear driven pumps: Fuel/oil/jacket water/aftercooler/Oil cooler water

Optional Equipment:

  • Air Inlet System
    • Air inlet adapter
    • Air cleaner
    • Vertical support bracket
    • Heavy duty air cleaner
    • Boost control valve
    • Air cleaner louver assembly
    • Soot filter
  • Cooling System
    • Heating aids
    • Cooling system aids
    • Expansion tank
    • Auxiliary water pump
  • Exhaust System
    • Weld flange and related hardware
    • Flexible exhaust fittings
  • Fuel System
    • Duplex primary fuel strainer
    • Fuel priming pump
    • Fuel system connections
  • Generator System
    • Class F insulation
    • 3 Phase, six Leads, WYE
    • Busbar connections
    • Anti-condensation space heaters
    • Winding temperature detectors
  • Governor System
    • EGB actuator
    • 723 Plus
    • Electronic/actuators
    • Battery backup/power supply
    • Digital programmers
    • 2301 A load share
  • Lube System
    • Oil pan drain valve
    • Lube ANSI adapter (Emergency connection)
  • Mounting System
    • Vertically restrained
    • Isolator
    • Spring type vibration isolators
    • Non-vertically restrained
  • Starting / Charging System
    • Compressed air flex hose
    • Pressure reducing valve
  • General:
    • Custom paint colors

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Maximum Rating
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Voltage
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Maximum Rating
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Voltage
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Maximum Rating
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