Gas generator sets
CG170-12
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.
- Frequency50 or 60 Hz
| Continuous Rating | 1200 ekW @1.0pf |
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| Fuel Type | Natural Gas, Biogas, Coal Gas |
| Maximum Electrical Efficiency | 43.40% |
| Frequency | 50 or 60 Hz |
| RPM | 1500 rpm |
| Engine Model | CG170-12 |
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| Displacement | 3240 in³ |
| Aspiration | TA |
| Bore | 6.7 in |
| Stroke | 7.7 in |
| Length | 235 in |
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| Width | 70 in |
| Height | 87 in |
| Dry Weight - Genset | 28659.8 lb |
Air Inlet
- Turbocharger with a water-cooled bearing case for all cylinder
- One-element single-stage air cleaner with enclosure and sevice indicator
Control Panels
- TEM (Total Electronic Management)
Cooling
- Electrical jacket water and aftercooler coolant pump
- Jacket water and SCAC thermostats
- flange connections for JW inlet and outlet
Exhaust
- PEARL/Low resistence exhaust system
- Closed crankcase ventilation system
- Exhaust waste gate for the CG170-12
Fuel system
- Electronic fuel metering valve
- Independently controlled cylinder monitoring and ignition system
- Pre-chamber spark plugs
Generator
- Winding temperature detectors
- Reactive droop
- 3-phase sensing and KVAR/PF control
- Anti-condensation space heater
- closed-coupled generator result in no torque transmission to the base frame
- Busbar connections
- grid code generator
Starting/Charging
- 24V starting motors
- Battery disconnect switch
General
- Crankshaft vibration damper and guard
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Download ↓Gas Generator Set 50 and 60 Hz Ratings Guide
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Download ↓CG170 Model Series Brochure
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Download ↓Electric Power Rating Guide
Need installed dimensions with enclosure and tank? See Model Configurations