Diesel generator sets
3512B (50 Hz) with Upgradeable Package 1360 – 1600 kVA
Producing reliable power from 1360 to 1625 kVA at 50 Hz, our 3512B diesel generator sets are made to meet your mission critical, continuous, standby and prime applications. We've designed each to ISO 8528-5 transient response requirements and to accept 100% rated load in one step. Generator sets offer both low fuel consumption and low emission systems.
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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
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
- EU Declaration of Conformity
- EU Declaration of Incorporation
- Eurasian Conformity (EAC)
- Telecommunication Lab of China
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
Over 4,000,000,000 Global Operating hours
Proven performance in heavy-duty applications
Over 200,000 Shipped
Since 1981, leading the large engine market
Optimised for 11% Lower Fuel Consumption
Demonstrated savings in operating costs
| Standby Rating | 1625/1600/1500 kVA |
|---|---|
| Prime Power Rating | 1500/1360 kVA |
| Emissions/Fuel Strategy | Low Fuel , Low Emissions |
| Voltage | 400 to 415 Volts |
| Frequency | 50 Hz |
| Speed | 1500 rpm |
| Duty Cycle | Standby, Mission Critical, Prime, Continuous |
| Minimum Rating | 1360 kVA |
| Maximum Rating | 1625 kVA |
| Engine Model | 3512B TA, V-12, 4-Stroke Water-Cooled Diesel |
|---|---|
| Bore | 6.69 in |
| Stroke | 7.48 in |
| Displacement | 3161.03 in³ |
| Compression Ratio | 14.0:1 |
| Aspiration | TA |
| Fuel System | Electronic Unit Injection |
| Governor Type | ADEM™ A3 |
| Length - Minimum | 212.8 in |
|---|---|
| Length - Maximum | 217.1 in |
| Width - Minimum | 90 in |
| Width - Maximum | 90 in |
| Height - Minimum | 94.9 in |
| Height - Maximum | 94.9 in |
| Dry Weight - Genset (minimum) | 25620 lb |
| Dry Weight - Genset (maximum) | 26530 lb |
Control System
- Warnings/shutdown indicators
- Emergency stop pushbutton
- 24 Volt DC operation
- Digital indication for:
- Lamp test
- Emergency stop
- Auto/start/stop control
- Overspeed
- Low oil pressure
- Engine cycle crank
- Low coolant level
- Frequency (Hz)
- 4 Programmable digital inputs
- Operating hours
- True RMS AC metering, 3-phase, +/-2% accuracy
- Communications
- Oil pressure
- Speed adjust
- DC volts
- High coolant temperature
- Coolant temperature
- Amps (per phase & average)
- Engine cool-down timer
- RPM
- EMCP 4.2B
- Failure to start (overcrank)
- Volts (L-L & L-N)
- 4 Programmable digital outputs
- Alarm acknowledge
Governing System
- ADEM III
Cooling System
- Coolant level sensors
- SCAC
- Radiator fan and fan drive
- Caterpillar extended life coolant
- Coolant drain line with valve
- Fan and belt guards
Exhaust System
- Flanged faced outlet(s)
- Dry exhaust manifold
Fuel System
- Flexible fuel lines
- Fuel priming pump
- Secondary fuel filters.
- Fuel cooler; not included with packages without radiator
Generator System
- Min / max exciter
- Caterpillar's digital voltage regulator (CDVR)
- Class H temperature rise at 40C ambient
- Busbar connections
- Winding temperature detectors
- RFI suppression
- 3 Phase voltage sensing
- Internal excitation (IE)
- Random wound
- 3 phase brushless, Salient pole
- 6 Leads
- NEMA Class H insulation
Literature
- Parts book
- Operation & Maintenance Manual
Lube System
- Gear type lube oil pump
- Oil filter, filler and dipstick
- Fumes disposal
- Oil drain lines and valve
- Lubricating oil
- Integral lube Oil cooler
Mounting System
- Rails - Engine/generator/radiator mounting
General
- RH service
- Flywheel and Flywheel housing-SAE
- Caterpillar yellow with high gloss black rails & radiator
- SAE standard rotation
- Electric Power Ratings Guide
- 3512B upgradeable, 50 Hz, 1625 kVA Standby/MC, 1500 kVA Prime, 1320 kVA Cont., Low Fuel Consumption or Low Emissions Spec Sheet
- 3512B Upgradeable, 50 Hz, 1500 kVA Low Fuel Consumption or Low Emissions Spec Sheet
- 3512B Upgradeable, 50 Hz, 1600 kVA Low Fuel Consumption or Low Emissions Spec Sheet
- 3512B Upgradeable, 50 Hz, 1500 kVA, Prime-DCP, Low Fuel Consumption or Low Emissions Spec Sheet
- 3512B Upgradeable, 50 Hz, 1360 kVA, Prime-DCP, Low Fuel Consumption or Low Emissions Spec Sheet
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