Diesel generator sets
3516B (60 Hz) with Upgradeable Package
Producing reliable power from 1640 to 2250 ekW at 60 Hz, our 3516B 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 requirements
- 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
Single-Source Supplier
- 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 8% Lower Fuel Consumption
Demonstrated savings in operating costs
| Standby Rating | 2250 ekW |
|---|---|
| Prime Power Rating | 1825 ekW |
| Emissions/Fuel Strategy | Low fuel, Low Emissions |
| Voltage | 380 to 480 Volts |
| Frequency | 60 Hz |
| Speed | 1800 rpm |
| Duty Cycle | Standby, Mission Critical, Prime, Continuous |
| Maximum Rating | 2250 ekW |
| Minimum Rating | 1640 ekW |
| Engine Model | 3516B TA, V-16, 4-Stroke Water-Cooled Diesel |
|---|---|
| Bore | 6.69 in |
| Stroke | 7.48 in |
| Displacement | 4210.64 in |
| Compression Ratio | 14.0:1 |
| Aspiration | TA |
| Fuel System | MEUI |
| Governor Type | ADEM™ A4 |
| Length - Maximum | 234.5 in |
|---|---|
| Width - Maximum | 90 in |
| Height - Maximum | 98.2 in |
| Dry Weight - Genset (maximum) | 30310 lb |
Air Inlet System
- Air cleaner; single element canister type
Control Panels
- PLC functionality
- Oil pressure (psi, kPa or bar)
- Text alarm/event descriptions
- KVAR/PF modes
- Cat connect
- Overspeed
- Amps (per phase & average)
- Programmable protective relaying functions:
- DC volts
- EMCP 4.2B
- Power factor (per phase & average)
- Reverse reactive power (kVAr) (32RV) - Overcurrent (50/51)
- Load histogram feature
- Generator set packages include:
- Frequency (Hz)
- Emergency stop pushbutton
- Over/under voltage (27/59)
- RFI suppression
- 24 Volt DC operation
- Low coolant level
- Reverse power (kW) (32) - Reverse reactive power (kVAr) (32RV) - Overcurrent (50/51)
- 4 Programmable relay outputs (Form A)
- Volts (L-L & L-N)
- Caterpillar's voltage regulator
- IVR includes:
- Auto/start/stop control
- kVA (per phase, average & percent)
- Lamp test
- Over/under frequency (81 o/u)
- Environmental sealed front face
- 3 Phase voltage sensing
- Engine cool
- kVAr-hr (total)
- Low oil pressure
- Accessory module data link
- Emergency stop
- Customer data link (Modbus RTU)
- Communications:
- Warning/shutdown with common LED indication of shutdowns for:
- 0 True RMS AC metering, 3-phase, +/-2% accuracy
- Digital indication for:
- Customizable screens
- Failure to start (overcrank)
- Serial annunciator module data link
- Coolant temperature
- Controls:
- Overcurrent (50/51)
- Number of I/O varies on options selected
- Reactive droop capability
- Low coolant temperature
- High coolant temperature
- Min / max exciter
- Alarm acknowledge
- RPM
- Generator phase sequence
- Limiter and exciter diode monitor
- Speed adjust
- Operating hours
- kW (per phase, average & percent)
- 3 Analog inputs
- Generator mounted - rear facing
- 6 Customer programmable digital inputs
Lubrication System
- Oil filter, filler and dipstick
- Oil drain lines and valve
- Gear type lube oil pump
- Fumes disposal
- Lubricating oil
Mounting System
- Rubber anti-vibration mounts - shipped loose
- Rails - engine/generator/radiator mounting
- Anti-vibration mounts (shipped loose)
Starting System
- 45 Amp Charging alternator
- 24 Volt electric starting motor
- Battery and battery rack w/cables
- Battery disconnect switch
Literature
- Parts book
- Operation & Maintenance Manual
Need installed dimensions with enclosure and tank? See Model Configurations
