Diesel generator sets
3412C (60 Hz)
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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
SR500 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
EMCP 4 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
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
- Cat product support, including dealer service, parts and warranty covers the entire Cat power system
Accepts 100% block load in 1 step
Can handle large loads without affecting operations
Utilizes the latest ADEM 5 Controller
Provides precise control over entire range of loads
Upgradeable controls. Allows for easy retrofit of EMCP 4.3/4.4 Controllers
| Standby Rating | 700/750/800 ekW |
|---|---|
| Prime Power Rating | 635/680/725 ekW |
| Emissions/Fuel Strategy | Low BSFC |
| Voltage | 220 to 480 Volts |
| Frequency | 60 Hz |
| Speed | 1800 rpm |
| Duty Cycle | Standby, Prime |
| Engine Model | 3412C TA, V-12, 4-Stroke Water-Cooled Diesel |
|---|---|
| Bore | 5.4 in |
| Stroke | 6 in |
| Displacement | 1648.86 in³ |
| Compression Ratio | 13:00:01 |
| Aspiration | TA |
| Fuel System | Pump and Lines |
| Governor Type | ADEM™ A5 |
| Length - Maximum | 162.4 in |
|---|---|
| Width - Maximum | 78.3 in |
| Height - Maximum | 75 in |
| Dry Weight - Genset (minimum) | 5761 lb |
| Dry Weight - Genset (maximum) | 13275 lb |
Air Inlet System
- Air cleaner, single element canister type
- Single element canister type
Control Panel
- High coolant temperature
- Customer data link (Modbus RTU)
- Low coolant temperature
- Low coolant level
- Communications:
- Run/auto/ stop/control
- Engine cycle crank
- Generator temperature monitoring module
- Power factor (per phase & average)
- Remote CAN annunciator
- Serial annunciator module data link
- DC volts
- Frequency (Hz)
- Operating hours.
- Emergency stop pushbutton
- Digital I/O module
- Local annunciator
- Low oil pressure
- Oil pressure (psi, kPa or bar)
- Emergency stop
- Warning shutdowns:
- Volts (L-L & L-N)
- Remote Serial annunciator
- Speed adjust
- Amps (per phase & average)
- Voltage adjust
- EMCP 4.2B
- Overspeed
- coolant temperature
- Digital Indicator for:
- RPM
- Accessory module data link
- Failure to start (overcrank)
- Controls:
- Compatible with the following optional modules:
Cooling System
- Caterpillar extended life coolant
- Radiator with guard (sized for 50 degrees C)
- Fan and belt guards
- Coolant drain line with valve
Exhaust System
- Stainless steel exhaust flex with ANSI style outlet flange
Fuel System
- Primary and Secondary fuel filters
- Fuel priming pump
- Water separator
Generator and Attachments
- 3 Phase sensing
- SR4B self excited
- Class F temperature rise
- VR6B voltage regulator
- Busbar termination
- 12 Leads
- Class H insulation
- 2:1 Volts/Hz
- Reactive droop
Governing System
- Cat electronic governor
Lube System
- Oil drain line with valve
- Lubricating oil
- Oil filter
Mounting System
- Base, formed steel with linear vibration isolators between base and engine-generator
Starting / Charging System
- Battery with rack, cables
- 45 Amp Charging alternator
- Fuel shutoff solenoid
- 24 Volt starting motor
General
- Paint - Caterpillar yellow except rails and radiators gloss black
Need installed dimensions with enclosure and tank? See Model Configurations
