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3608 Generator Set (Medium Speed)

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  • 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
Generator
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  • Matched to the performance and output characteristics of Cat engines
  • Industry leading mechanical and electrical design
  • Industry leading motor starting capabilities
  • High Efficiency
Worldwide Product Support
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 unwanted fluids and combustion by-products
Full Range of Attachments
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  • Wide range of bolt-on system expansion attachments, factory designed and tested Flexible packaging options for easy and cost effective installation
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Engine Specifications

Bore
11in
Displacement
1127in3
Stroke
11.8in
Aspiration
TA
Fuel System
Direct unit injection
Engine Model
3608 I-8,4-Stroke Water-Cooled Diesel
Total Displacement
9064in³
Compression Ratio
13:01
Governor Type
Generator Set Monitoring System (GMS)
Aspiration
TA
Fuel System
Direct unit injection
Bore
11in
Displacement
9064in³
Stroke
11.8in
Fuel System
9064in³

Generator Set Specifications

Minimum Rating
2363 kVA
Maximum Rating
3575 kVA
Frequency
50 Hz
Speed
750 & 1000 rpm
Emissions/Fuel Strategy
Low Fuel Consumption
Duty Cycle
Standby, Prime, Continuous

Generator Set Dimensions

Height - Maximum
156.6in
Length - Maximum
404in
Dry Weight - Genset (maximum)
91050lb
Width - Maximum
99.62in

Standard/Optional Features

Standard Equipment:

  • Air Inlet System
    • Breather, crankcase, top-mounted
    • Aftercooler, fresh water, corrosion resistant coated (air side)
    • Turbocharger, watercooled (750 rpm and HFO), engine oil lubricated
    • Air inlet shutoff
  • Cooling System
    • Water temperature regulator
    • Jacket water thermostats
    • Engine coolant water drains
  • 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
    • Service side engine mounted on cylinder block inspection covers
    • Centrifugal oil filters with single shutoff
    • Crankcase explosion relief valves
    • Wet oil sump. Includes engine-driven main lubrication and oil pumps, oil lines and oil pan
    • Oil filler and dipstick
    • Oil pressure regulating valve
  • Mounting System
    • Engine and generator mounting
    • Damper, torsional vibration
  • Starting / Charging System
    • Line group for single point custom connection
    • Air silencer
    • One motor, engine mounted at rear, on left side
    • Vane type air starter
  • General:
    • Paint, Caterpillar yellow
    • Gear driven pumps: Fuel/oil/jacket water/Aftercooler/Oil cooler water

Optional Equipment:

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

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Engine Model
3608 I-8,4-Stroke Water-Cooled Diesel
Maximum Rating
3575 kVA
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Voltage
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Maximum Rating
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Voltage
110 to 480 Volts
Maximum Rating
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