Gas generator sets
G3516H
From natural gas to biogas, coal mine gases, or hydrogen fuel blends to support combined heat and power (CHP), emergency power, and local grid support applications, Caterpillar has a wide range of reliable gas power solutions.
- Frequency50 / 60 Hz
| Continuous Rating | 2027 / 2007 ekW @ 1.0pf |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type | Natural Gas, Hydrogen Blend (up to 25%) |
| Maximum Electrical Efficiency | 45.30% |
| Frequency | 50 / 60 Hz |
| RPM | 1500 rpm |
| Engine Model | G3516H |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 4765 in³ |
| Aspiration | TA |
| Bore | 6.7 in |
| Stroke | 8.5 in |
| Compression Ratio | 12.1 |
| Fuel System | Natural Gas |
| Length | 291 in |
|---|---|
| Width | 84 in |
| Height | 95 in |
| Dry Weight - Genset | 40384 lb |
Control Panels
- EMCP4.3
Air Inlet
- Package Mounted Air Cleaner with service indicator
- Two-element single-stage air cleaner with enclosure and service indicator
Cooling
- Jacket water and SCAC driven thermostats
- ANSI Class 150/DN custom flange connections for JW inlet and outlet
- Engine driven water pumps for jacket water and after cooler
- 2nd stage SCAC-Cat Flange
Exhaust
- Center section cooled turbocharger with Cat flanged outlet
- Individual exhaust port and turbocharger outlet wired to integrated temperature sensing module (ITSM) with GCEM providing alarms and shutdowns
- Dry exhaust manifolds, insulated and shielded
- Cat-flanged face outlet on turbocharger
Fuel System
- Throttle plate, 24V DC actuator, controlled by GECM
- Electronic fuel metering valve
- Fuel system is sized for 31.5 to 47.2 MJ/NM3 dry pipeline natural gas with pressure of 10.2 to 34.5KPa to the engine fuel control valve
Ignition System
- Electronic Ignition System (controlled by ADEM A4)
- Individual Cylinder Detonation Sensitive Timing (DST)
Generator
- Permanent Magnet Excitiation
- Anti-condensation space heater
- Winding temperature detectors
- SR5
- Reactive Droop
- Caterpillar's Digital Voltage Regulator (CDVR) with 3-phase sensing and KVAR/PF control
General
- Crankshaft vibration damper and guard
- Paint - Caterpillar Yellow except rails and radiators gloss black
- RH Service
- Parts book
- Operation and maintenance manuals
Governing System
- ADEM A4 4-20mA (0-5V) Speed Input
Starting/Charging
- 24V starting motors
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Download ↓Electric Power Rating Guide
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Download ↓Gas Generator Set 50 and 60 Hz Ratings Guide
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Download ↓G3516H 50Hz Natural Gas Data Sheet
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Download ↓G3516H 60Hz Natural Gas Data Sheet
Need installed dimensions with enclosure and tank? See Model Configurations