Marine generator sets

C280-12

Cat C280-12 Marine Generator Set

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A3 ECU - Advantages

  • CAN J1939 data link Waterproof connectors, Maintenance-free, Backup ECU for redundant governing

A3 ECU - Electronic Advantages

  • Load feedback, Programmable droop, Adjustable gain, Adjustable fuel/air ratio control, Histograms of engine operation, Cat Messenger display presents diagnostics and other engine parameters

A3 ECU - Data Advantages through J1939 Link

  • Engine speed, Boost pressure, Throttle position, Fuel consumption rate, Inlet manifold temperature, Diagnostic codes and events, Configuration, Desired engine speed, Battery voltage, Engine load, Lifetime totals — engine hours, fuel burned, idle fuel, idle hours, Trip totals — average fuel rate, idle fuel, idle hours, engine hours, fuel burned, trip reset

Customer Interface Panel

  • Interfaces with standard Cat® Marine Monitoring System (PLC in Price List), Provides visual indication of ECU functionality, Accepts 4 — 20 mA or PWM remote throttle speed input, Marine alarm and protection

Electronic Unit Injectors

  • “Drop-in” installation, No threaded fuel connections, High pressure inside injector only, Does not require double wall fuel lines or leak collection device, Injector synchronization not required
Power Rating
Power Range3640 - 3520 ekW
Generator Set Specifications
Frequency50 / 60 Hz
Speed900 - 1000 rpm
Minimum Rating3520 ekW (4400 kVA)
Maximum Rating3640 ekW (4550 kVA)
Engine Specifications
EmissionsEPA Tier 2, IMO II
AspirationTurbocharged-Aftercooled
Bore11.0 in
Stroke11.8 in
Displacement13546.0 in³
Governor TypeElectronic
Fuel SystemEUI
Compression Ratio 50 Hz13.1
Compression Ratio 60 Hz13:1
Engine ModelV 12, 4-Stroke-Cycle Diesel
Generator Set Dimensions
Length316.5 in
Width77.2 in
Height155.0 in
Weight - Estimated25000.0 lb

General

  • LH and RH service availability

Air Inlet System

  • Aftercooler — fresh water, corrosion resistant coated (air side)
  • Crankcase breathers, top mounted
  • Air inlet adapter - Straight / 90 degree / 35 degree

Air Inlet Sytem

  • Dual turbochargers, rear-mounted, engine oil lubricated

Control System

  • Dual Caterpillar ADEM A4 Electronic Engine Control Modules
  • Rigid Wiring Harness

Cooling System

  • Aftercooler / oil cooler and jacket water pumps (gear driven)
  • Engine coolant water drains
  • Single Circuit / Separate Circuit Aftercooler

Exhaust System

  • Dry, gas tight, exhaust manifold
  • Turbo speed sensors - overspeed protection

Fuel System

  • Fuel transfer pump, gear driven
  • Duplex Fuel filters
  • Electronically Controlled Unit Injectors

Insrumentation

  • CAT Alarm & Protection System

Lube System

  • Oil pump, gear driven
  • 3 element oil cooler, engine mounted
  • Duplex centrifugal oil filter - engine mounted
  • Prelube pump - air / electric

Protection System

  • Cylinder pressure relief valves
  • C280-12 Auxiliary / DEP (3460, 3800 bkW) Tier 4 Spec Sheet
    application/pdf

Need installed dimensions with enclosure and tank? See Model Configurations