Gas generator sets

CG260-12

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.

  • Frequency50Hz / 60 Hz
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Generator Set Specifications
Continuous Rating 3333 / 3000 ekW @1.0pf
Fuel Type Natural Gas, Coal Gas, Hydrogen Blend (up to 25%)
Maximum Electrical Efficiency 43.90%
Frequency 50Hz / 60 Hz
RPM 1000 / 900 rpm
Engine Specifications
Engine Model CG260-12
Displacement 12443 in³
Aspiration TA
Bore 10.2 in
Stroke 12.6 in
Generator Set Dimensions
Length 315 in
Width 105 in
Height 110 in
Dry Weight - Genset 89617 lb

Air Inlet

  • One-element single-stage air cleaner with enclosure and sevice indicator
  • Turbocharger with a water-cooled bearing case for all cylinder

Control Panels

  • TEM (Total Electronic Management)

Cooling

  • flange connections for JW inlet and outlet
  • Jacket water and SCAC thermostats
  • Electrical jacket water and aftercooler coolant pump

Exhaust

  • Exhaust waste gate for the CG260-12
  • Closed crankcase ventilation system

Fuel system

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

Generator

  • Busbar connections
  • Closed-coupled generator result in no torque transmission to the base frame
  • Anti-condensation space heater
  • Reactive droop
  • 3-phase sensing and KVAR/PF control
  • Grid code generator
  • Winding temperature detectors

Starting/Charging

  • Compressed air engine start

General

  • Crankshaft vibration damper and guard
  • Gas Generator Set 50 and 60 Hz Ratings Guide
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  • CG260 Model Series Brochure
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  • Electric Power Rating Guide
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