Gas Generator Sets
Cat G3516C Gas Generator Set
Maximum Continuous Rating 1660 ekW
Fuel Type Natural Gas
Maximum Electrical Efficiency 37.70%
From natural gas-fueled combined heat and power (CHP) systems and emergency power for facilities, to renewable biogas energy to support the local grid, or electricity generated from coal mine gases, Caterpillar has a wide range of reliable gas power solutions.
Cat G3516C Gas Engine
Robust high speed block design provides prolonged life and lower owning operationg costsDesigned for maximum performance on low pr…
- Robust high speed block design provides prolonged life and lower owning operationg costs
- Designed for maximum performance on low pressure pipeline natural gas
- Simple open chamber combustion system for reliability and fuel flexibility
- Leading edge technology in ignition system and air/fuel ratio control for lower emission and engine efficiency
- One electronic control module handles all engine functions: ignition, governing, air/fuel ratio control and engine protection
SR4B Generator
Designed to match performance and output characteristics of Caterpillar gas enginesIndustry leading mechanical and electrical desi…
- Designed to match performance and output characteristics of Caterpillar gas engines
- Industry leading mechanical and electrical design
- High efficiency
EMCP 4.3 Control Panel
User-friendly interface and navigationScalable system to meet a wide range of installation requirementExpansion modules and site-s…
- 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
Cat Electronic Control System
Simple user friendly interface and navigationDigital monitoring, metering and protection settingFully-featured power metering and…
- Simple user friendly interface and navigation
- Digital monitoring, metering and protection setting
- Fully-featured power metering and protective relaying
- Remote control and monitor capability options
Emissions
Meets most worldwide emissions requirements down to 0.5 g/bhp-hr NOx level without aftertreatment
- Meets most worldwide emissions requirements down to 0.5 g/bhp-hr NOx level without aftertreatment
Proven System
Field proven in a wide range of applications worldwideFully prototype testedCertified torsional vibration analysis available
- Field proven in a wide range of applications worldwide
- Fully prototype tested
- Certified torsional vibration analysis available
Full Range of Attachments
Wide range of bolt-on system expansion attachmentsFactory designed and testedFlexible packaging options for easy and cost effectiv…
- Wide range of bolt-on system expansion attachments
- Factory designed and tested
- Flexible packaging options for easy and cost effective installation
World Wide Product Support
Cat dealers have over 1,800 dealer branch stores operating in 200 countriesYour local Cat dealer provides extensive post-sale supp…
- 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
Standard Equipment
Air Inlet
- Two-element single-stage air cleaner with enclosure and service indicator
Control Panels
- EMCP 4.3
Cooling
- Jacket water and SCAC driven pumps and bypass lines
- 2nd Stage SCAC-Cat Flange
- Engine driven water pumps for jacket water and aftercooler
- Jacket water and SCAC thermostats
- ANSI/DN customer flange connections for JW inlet and outlet
- Cat flanges on SCAC circuit
Exhaust
- Integrated Sensing Module (ISM)
- Cat-flanged face outlet on turbocharger
- Provides exhaust port temperatures and stack temperature to customer supplied screen via CCM
- Dry exhaust manifolds, insulated and shielded
Fuel System
- 24V ETR Gas Shutoff Valve
- Engine installed, fuel metering valve
- Throttle plate, 24V DC actuator, controlled by ECM
- Fuel system is sized for 31.5 to 47.2 MJ/NM3 dry pipeline natural gas with pressure of 10.2 to 34.5KPa to the engine fuel control valve
- Fuel Filter
Ignition System
- Individual Cylinder Detonation Sensitive Timing (DST)
- Electronic Ignition System (controlled by ECM)
Fuel system
- Electronic fuel metering valve
Generator
- Anti-condensation space heater
- Busbar connections
- Class H Insulation & Class F temperature rise
- Reactive Droop
- Permanent Magnet Excitation
- 3-phase brushless, salient pole
- Caterpillar's Digital Voltage Regulator (CDVR) with 3-phase sensing and KVAR/PF control
- SR4B
- Winding temperature detectors
General
- RH Service
- Operation and maintenance manuals
- Crankshaft Vibration Damper and Guard
- Parts Book
Starting/Charging
- 24V starting motors
Optional Equipment
Air Inlet
- Vertical, horizontal dual element air cleaner
- Enclosure mounting brackets and piping
- Air cleaner with precleaner
Control Panel
- Local NFPA99-110 Alarm Module w/LEDs
- Synchronizing Module
- Remote 24V 8/16 Light Annunciator
- Engine Failure Relay
- PL1000E/PL1000T Communications Module
- Custom 8-Light Alarm Module
Cooling
- Inlet/Outlet connections
- Jacket water coolant heater
- Aftercooler air lines, aftercooler core replacement
Exhaust
- Flexible Fittings
- 14" Flange Kit
- 406 mm Elbow Kits
- 406 mm flange kits
- Mufflers (15/18/25 dBA Attenuation) and spark-arresting muffler with ANSI companion flanges
- 16" Spark Arresting Muffler
- 356-406mm Flange and Exhaust Expander
- 15/18/25 dBA Muffler Attenuation
Fuel System
- 207-276kPa, 30-40 psi gas knockdown regulator
- 14-69 kPa (2-10 psi) gas pressure regulator
- 24VDC Gas Shutoff Valve, Gas Knockdown Regulator
- Fuel Filter, Gas Filter
Generator
- Cable access box
- 8.7/15 kV Cross, Differential, Current Transformers (CCCT, DCT, CT)
- Medium and high voltage generators and attachment
- 480/4160/13200 Volt Generator Options (60 Hz)
- Generator air filter
- Bearing temperature detectors
- European Bus Bars
- 415/400/380, 3300/6600/11000 Volt Generator Options (50 Hz)
- Annunciator Modules
- Generator Removal
- Low voltage extension box
Governing System
- Load share module
General
- Special paint order
- Tool set
- US AID Emblem
- Barring group
- Digital diagnostic tool
Starting/Charging
- 60A, 24V charging alternator (requires engine driven pumps)
- Battery removal
- 20A battery charger
- Battery disconnect switch
- Battery with cables and rack (shipped loose)
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Generator Set Specifications
Maximum Continuous Rating 1660 ekW Fuel Type Natural Gas Maximum Electrical Efficiency 37.70% Maximum Standby Rating 1500 Frequency 50 / 60 Hz RPM 1500/1800 -
Engine Specifications
Engine Model G3516C Displacement 4210 in³ Aspiration TA Bore 6.7 in Stroke 7.5 in -
Generator Set Dimensions
Length 219 in Width 72 in Height 92 in Dry Weight - Genset 31226 lb
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2, Billingsway, (Off Secretariat Road) Oregun Industrial Estate, Ikeja, Lagos, P.M.B 21480