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3516E Package Genset - Low Voltage
3516E Package Genset - High Voltage
3516E Package Genset - Low Voltage
3516E Package Genset - Low Voltage
Diesel generator sets

3516E (50 Hz)

The 3516E diesel generator sets have been developed to meet your continuous, standby and prime applications and match your power standards. Producing reliable power from 2750 to 3000 kVA (3100 kVA without fan) at 50 Hz, each generator set has been designed to meet ISO 8528-5 transient response requirements and to accept 100 % rated load in one step. The generator set offers a low fuel consumption system.

  • Emissions/Fuel StrategyLow Fuel Consumption
  • Voltage380 to 11000 volts
  • Frequency50 Hz
  • Duty CycleStandby, Mission Critical, Prime
  • Maximum Rating3000 kVA (3100 kVA without fan)
  • Minimum Rating2750 kVA (2850 kVA without fan)
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Generator Set Specifications
Standby Rating 3000 kVA (3100 kVA without fan)
Prime Power Rating 2750 kVA (2850 kVA without fan)
Emissions/Fuel Strategy Low Fuel Consumption
Voltage 380 to 11000 volts
Frequency 50 Hz
Speed 1500 rpm
Duty Cycle Standby, Mission Critical, Prime
Maximum Rating 3000 kVA (3100 kVA without fan)
Minimum Rating 2750 kVA (2850 kVA without fan)
Engine Specifications
Engine Model 3516E, SCAC, V-16, 4-Stroke, Water-Cooled Diesel
Bore 6.69 in
Stroke 8.46 in
Displacement 4766 in
Compression Ratio 14:01
Aspiration TA
Fuel System Electronic unit injection
Governor Type Adem™ A5
Generator Set Dimensions
Length - Maximum 296.8 in
Width - Maximum 87.2 in
Height - Maximum 133.5 in
Dry Weight - Genset (maximum) 43541 lb

Air Inlet System

  • Air cleaner
  • Single element canister type with service indicator

Control Panel

  • Environmental sealed front face
  • Warning/shutdown with common LED indication of shutdowns for:
  • Overspeed
  • RPM
  • Generator phase sequence
  • Emergency stop pushbutton
  • Digital indication for:
  • Text alarm/event descriptions
  • 2 Programmable digital outputs
  • Reverse reactive power (kVAr) (32RV)
  • Reverse power (kW) (32)
  • Failure to start (overcrank)
  • Panel lights
  • Speed adjust
  • Oil pressure (psi, kPa or bar)
  • Low coolant level
  • Generator mounted - rear facing
  • Over/under frequency (81 o/u)
  • Lamp test
  • True RMS AC metering, 3-phase, +/-2% accuracy
  • Low coolant temperature
  • Power factor (per phase & average)
  • Frequency (Hz)
  • Overcurrent (50/51)
  • High coolant temperature
  • DC volts
  • 6 Programmable digital inputs
  • Coolant temperature
  • 24 Volt DC operation
  • Amps (per phase & average)
  • Emergency stop
  • Alarm acknowledge
  • Programmable protective relaying functions:
  • 2 Programmable relay outputs (Form C)
  • EMCP 4.2B
  • Serial annunciator module data link
  • Controls:
  • kW-hr (total)
  • kW (per phase, average & percent)
  • Engine cool-down timer
  • Operating hours
  • EMCP 4 Genset controller
  • Volts (L-L & L-N)
  • Engine cycle crank
  • Communications:
  • kVAr (per phase, average & percent)
  • EMCP4.2B controller includes:
  • Customer data link (Modbus RTU)
  • Over/under voltage (27/59)
  • Low oil pressure
  • kVA (per phase, average & percent)
  • kVAr-hr (total)
  • 4 Programmable relay outputs (Form A)
  • Accessory module data link

Exhaust

  • Exhaust flange outlet

Fuel

  • Primary fuel filter with integral water separator

Generator

  • IP23 Protection
  • Matched to the performance and output characteristics of Cat engines

Power Termination

  • Busbar

Starting/Charging

  • Heavy duty starting system
  • Charging alternator

Cooling System

  • Caterpillar extended life coolant
  • Radiator fan and fan drive
  • Fan and belt guards
  • JWAC
  • Coolant drain line with valve
  • Coolant level sensors

Cooling

  • Package mounted radiator

Exhaust System

  • Dry exhaust manifold
  • Flanged faced outlet(s)

Fuel System

  • Secondary fuel filters
  • Fuel priming pump
  • Fuel cooler; not included with packages without radiator
  • Flexible fuel lines - shipped loose

Generators and Attachments

  • Internal excitation (IE)
  • 6 Lead
  • Busbar connections, top center mounted, top cable entry
  • IEC standard hole pattern
  • Random wound
  • 3 Phase brushless, Salient pole
  • Winding temperature detectors
  • NEMA Class H insulation system, Class H temperature rise at 40C ambient (125C prime / 150C standby).
  • Generator set packages include Caterpillar's digital voltage regulator (CDVR). CDVR includes reactive droop capability, 3-phase voltage sensing, KVAR/PF modes, RFI suppression, min/max exciter

Governing System

  • ADEM III

Literature

  • Parts book

Lube System

  • Lubricating oil
  • Oil filter, filler and dipstick
  • Fumes disposal
  • Oil drain lines and valve
  • Gear type lube oil pump
  • Integral lube Oil cooler

Mounting System

  • Rubber anti-vibration mounts - shipped loose
  • Rails - Engine/generator/radiator mounting

Starting / Charging System

  • Battery and battery rack w/cables
  • 24 Volt electric starting motor
  • Battery disconnect switch

General

  • Right hand servicing
  • Paint - Caterpillar yellow with high gloss black rails & radiator
  • Flywheel and flywheel housing-SAE No. 00
  • SAE standard rotation
  • Electric Power Ratings Guide
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  • 3516E, 50 Hz, 2750-3000 kVA, Low Fuel Consumption Spec Sheet
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  • 3516E, 50 Hz, 2750 kVA, Prime-DCP, Low Fuel Consumption Spec Sheet
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