Gas generator sets

CG170-16 K

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.

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Generator Set Specifications
Continuous Rating1500 ekW
Fuel TypeNatural Gas
Maximum Electrical Efficiency40.90%
Frequency50 or 60 Hz
RPM1500 or 1800 rpm
Engine Specifications
Engine ModelCG170K-16
Displacement4320 in³
AspirationTA
Bore6.7 in
Stroke7.7 in
Generator Set Dimensions
Length261 in
Width71 in
Height87 in
Dry Weight - Genset32848 lb

Air Inlet

  • Two-element single-stage air cleaner with enclosure and service indicator
  • Turbocharger for the CG170K comes with a water-cooled bearing case

Control Panels

  • TEM(Total Electronic Management)

Exhaust

  • Closed crankcase ventilation system
  • Low resistence exhaust system

Cooling

  • Engine driven water pumps for jacket water and after cooler
  • Jacket water and SCAC thermostats
  • Flange connections for JW inlet and outlet

Fuel system

  • Electronic fuel metering valve
  • Pre-chamber spark plugs
  • Independently controlled cylinder monitoring and ignition system

Generator

  • Reactive droop
  • Winding temperature detectors
  • 3-phase sensing and KVAR/PF control
  • Anti-condensation space heater
  • Busbar connections

Starting/Charging

  • Battery disconnect switch
  • 24V starting motors

General

  • Crankshaft vibration damper and guard

Need installed dimensions with enclosure and tank? See Model Configurations