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C18 generator set, Front Right
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Diesel generator sets

C18 (50 Hz)

The C18 diesel generator sets have been developed for your mission critical, standby and prime applications. Producing reliable power from 550 to 715 kVA at 50 Hz, meeting ISO 8528-5 transient response requirements and built to accept 100 % rated load in one step. Our C18 generator sets range from Low Fuel Consumption, Low Emissions and China Nonroad III Emission Standards Emissions / Fuel Strategy.

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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

A-Frame 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

GCCP1.3 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 55°C (131°F)
  • Contact your Cat Dealer for specific ambient and altitude capabilities

Certifications

One Safe Source

  • Components used in the generator set are selected based on seamless design integration to provide the optimum 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

Greater than 15% kW/m2 *Increased Standby rating at 50Hz

Up to 37% Footprint Reduction

Requires less space for installation

Integrated Cat® Product Link™ Control System

Track Genset Health and Operation ParametersGenset Utilization and Performance Tracking

Generator Set Specifications
Standby Rating605/660/715/780/850 kVA
Prime Power Rating550/600/650/706/770/600 kVA
Emissions/Fuel StrategyChina Non-Road Stage III Certified / Non-Certified Emissions
Voltage380 to 415 Volts
Frequency50 Hz
Speed1500 rpm
Duty CycleStandby, Prime
Engine Specifications
Engine ModelC18 ATAAC, I-6, 4-Stroke Water-Cooled Diesel
Bore5.71 in
Stroke7.2 in
Displacement1106.36 in³
Compression Ratio14.5:1
AspirationAir to Air Aftercooled
Fuel SystemElectronic unit injection
Governor TypeAdemâ„¢A4
Generator Set Dimensions
Length - Maximum162.4 in
Width - Maximum78.3 in
Height - Maximum75 in

Air Inlet System

  • Turbocharger
  • Light duty air cleaner
  • Aftercooler core

Air Inlet

  • Air cleaner

Control System

  • GCCP 1.2

Exhaust

  • Exhaust flange outlet

Cooling

  • Coolant drain line with valve
  • Caterpillar extended life coolant
  • Fan drive, battery charging alternator drive
  • Radiator and cooling fan with guard

Exhaust System

  • Stainless steel exhaust flex gaskets, raincap and SAE exhaust flange for customer use - shipped loose

Fuel

  • Secondary fuel filters
  • Fuel priming pump
  • Primary fuel filter with integral water separator

Fuel System

  • Standard 8 hour open set fuel tank

Generator

  • IP23 Protection
  • Load adjustment module provides engine relief upon load impact and improves load acceptance and recovery time
  • Matched to the performance and output characteristics of Cat engines

Generator and Attachments

  • Segregated low voltage (AC/DC) wiring panel
  • Integrated voltage regulator (IVR)
  • A Frame generator - IP21 protection
  • Integrated voltage regulator (IVR)
  • Mandatory option circuit breaker, IEC, 3 pole, mounted in power centre
  • Power center, IP22
  • Matched to the performance and output characteristics of Cat engines

Power Termination

  • Busbar

Governing System

  • Cat electronic governor (ADEM A4)

Control Panel

  • GCCP Genset Controller

Lube System

  • Lubricating oil
  • Oil drain valves

Mounting

  • Rubber vibration isolators

Mounting System

  • Captive linear vibration isolators between base and engine-generator. includes lifting provisions and termination points for coolant and lube oil drain lines

Starting/Charging

  • 24 Volt battery with rack and cables

General

  • Engine and alternator pre-paint, Caterpillar yellow
  • Electric Power Ratings Guide
    application/pdf
  • C18, DE605E0, 50 Hz, 605 kVA Standby, 550 kVA Prime, Non-Certified Emissions Spec Sheet
    application/pdf
  • C18, DE600C3, 50 Hz, 600 kVA Prime, China Non-Road-III Spec Sheet
    application/pdf
  • DE715E0, 50 Hz, 715 kVA Standby, 650 kVA Prime, Non-Certified Emissions Spec Sheet
    application/pdf
  • C18, DE660E0, 50 Hz, 660 kVA Standby, 600 kVA Prime, Non-Certified Emissions Spec Sheet
    application/pdf
  • C18, DE780E0, 50 Hz, 780 kVA Standby, 706 kVA Prime, Low BSFC Spec Sheet
    application/pdf
  • C18, DE850E0, 50 Hz, 850 kVA Standby, 770 kVA Prime, Low BSFC Spec Sheet
    application/pdf

Need installed dimensions with enclosure and tank? See Model Configurations