D500 GC Open Set
D500 GC Open Set
D500 GC Open Set
D500 GC Open Set
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Diesel generator sets

D500 GC (60 Hz)

The D500 GC diesel generator sets have been developed to meet your needs in standby applications. Producing reliable power of 500 ekW at 60 Hz, meeting ISO 8528-5 transient response requirements and built to accept 100 % rated load in one step. The engines are certified for U.S. EPA Certified for Stationary Emergency Use Only (Tier 2 or Tier 3 Nonroad Equivalent Emission Standards).

  • Maximum Rating500 ekW
  • Minimum Rating500 ekW
  • Emissions/Fuel StrategyEPA Stationary Emergency
  • Voltage480 to 600 Volts
  • Frequency60 Hz
  • Duty CycleStandby
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Generator Set Specifications
Maximum Rating 500 ekW
Minimum Rating 500 ekW
Emissions/Fuel Strategy EPA Stationary Emergency
Voltage 480 to 600 Volts
Frequency 60 Hz
Speed 1800 RPM
Duty Cycle Standby
Engine Specifications
Engine Model Cat® C15 In-line 6, 4-cycle diesel
Bore 5.4 in
Stroke 6.8 in
Displacement 928 in³
Compression Ratio 16.1:1
Aspiration Turbocharged Air-to-Air Aftercooled
Fuel System MEUI
Governor Type ADEM™A4
Generator Set Dimensions
Length - Maximum 189.6 in
Width - Maximum 64.2 in
Height - Minimum 2034 in
Height - Maximum 101.7 in
Dry Weight - Genset (minimum) 8280.6 lb
Dry Weight - Genset (maximum) 10346.3 lb

Air Inlet System

  • Air cleaner - Non canister, disposable
  • Turbocharger
  • Aftercooler core

Control Panel

  • GCCP 1.2

Cooling System

  • Blower fan and fan drive with guards
  • Jacket water pump, gear driven, centrifugal
  • Radiator sight gauge
  • Coolant drain valve
  • Thermostats and housing
  • Radiator, package mounted

Exhaust System

  • Exhaust manifold - dry

Fuel System

  • Engine fuel transfer pump
  • Primary fuel filter w/integral water separator and secondary filter, spin on
  • Integral tank base, 24 hours, UL142
  • Fuel cooler
  • Fuel priming pump

Generator Set

  • All protective devices and control functions simulated and checked
  • Factory tested to design specifications at full load conditions
  • Complete system designed & built at ISO 9001:2000 certified facilities

Generators and Generator Attachments

  • Easy access to AVR and terminals
  • Standard winding protection for non-harsh environments with relative humidity ? 95%
  • IP23 Protection
  • 6 Leads
  • Brushless, self-excited 2/3 pitch (600V uses Internal excitation (IE))
  • Terminal box, IP22 RHS facing, bottom cable entry
  • Voltage regulator (single phase sensing)
  • Insulation system, Class H

Governing System

  • Cat electronic governor (ADEM A4)

Lube System

  • Shallow oil pan
  • Oil filter, spin on
  • Oil drain with valve
  • Lubricating oil, CK-4 (10W-30)
  • Oil cooler
  • Oil filler and dipstick
  • Fumes disposal to front of radiator

Mounting System

  • Captive linear vibration isolators between base and engine-generator
  • Includes lifting provisions and termination points for coolant and lube oil drain lines

Protection

  • Safety shutoff - High water temperature
  • Safety shutoff - Overspeed
  • Safety shutoff - Low oil pressure

Starting/Charging System

  • 24V, 45 Amp Charging alternator
  • 24-volt electric starting motor

General

  • Lifting eyes
  • Vibration damper
  • Parts book
  • Electric Power Ratings Guide
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  • D500 GC, C15, 60 Hz, 500 ekWSpec Sheet
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  • D250 - D600 GC Enclosure Brochure
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  • GCCP 1.2 Control Panel Data Sheet
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  • GCCP 1.5 Control Panel Data Sheet
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  • Cat® GC Generator Set Brochure for North America
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