Cat Generator Set Package
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Cat
3516B Generator Set
Standby Rating
2500 kVA
2500 kVA
Prime Power Rating
2275 kVA
2275 kVA
Emissions/Fuel Strategy
Low Fuel, Low Emissions
Low Fuel, Low Emissions
Overview
Producing reliable power from 2000 to 2500 kVA at 50 Hz, our 3516B diesel generators are made to meet your mission critical, continuous, standby and prime applications. We’ve designed each to ISO 8528-5 transient response requirements and to accept 100% rated load in one step. Cat® generators offer both low fuel consumption and low emission systems.
FAQ
Q. Does this generator comply with ISO 8528 guidelines?
A. Yes, the 3516B, like Cat generators, is tested in accordance with the load steps outlined in with ISO 8528, Part 5.
Q. Are Cat generators easy to install?
A. Cat generators can be configured with a number of options for ease of installation.
Q .Does Cat’ have much experience with electric power generation?
A. Cat has over 80 years experience with on-site and portable power and has shipped millions of generators to customers around the world.
Q. Does Cat offer generators that support my Sustainability goals?
A. Cat offers generators that can run on a number of renewable fuels including HVO, biodiesel, landfill gas, sewage gas and more.
Q. Will this generator be able to provide emergency power on hot summer days?
A. Most Cat 3500 Series generators can operate in ambient temperatures up to 50°C (122°F), reliably providing power when it is needed.
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Features
Cat Diesel Engine
SR5 Alternator
EMCP 4 Control Panel
Cooling System
Certifications
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Details
Specifications
Generator Set Specifications
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Standby Rating | 2500 kVA 2500 kVA |
| Prime Power Rating | 2275 kVA 2275 kVA |
| Emissions/Fuel Strategy | Low Fuel, Low Emissions Low Fuel, Low Emissions |
| Voltage | 380 to 415 Volts 380 to 415 Volts |
| Frequency | 50 Hz 50 Hz |
| Speed | 1500 rpm 1500 rpm |
| Duty Cycle | Standby, Mission Critical, Prime, Continuous Standby, Mission Critical, Prime, Continuous |
| Maximum Rating | 2500 kVA 2500 kVA |
| Minimum Rating | 2000 kVA 2000 kVA |
Engine Specifications
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Engine Model | 3516B TA, V-16, 4-Stroke Water-Cooled Diesel 3516B TA, V-16, 4-Stroke Water-Cooled Diesel |
| Bore | 6.69 in 170 mm |
| Stroke | 8.46 in 215 mm |
| Displacement | 4764.73 in 78 l |
| Compression Ratio | 15.5:1 15.5:1 |
| Aspiration | TA TA |
| Fuel System | Electronic unit injection Electronic unit injection |
| Governor Type | Adem™3 Adem™3 |
Generator Set Dimensions
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Length – Maximum | 247.3 in 6282 mm |
| Width – Maximum | 90 in 2286 mm |
| Height – Maximum | 98.2 in 2494 mm |
| Dry Weight – Genset (maximum) | 34250 lb 15535 kg |
Standard Equipment
Air Inlet System
- Air cleaner; single element canister type
Control Panels
- 0 True RMS AC metering, 3-phase, +/-2% accuracy
- Accessory module data link
- Low oil pressure
- 1 Programmable relay outputs (Form C)
- Reverse power (kW) (32)
- Warning/shutdown with common LED indication of shutdowns for:
- Environmental sealed front face
- Programmable protective relaying functions:
- kW-hr (total)
- Auto/start/stop control
- Generator set packages include Caterpillar’s voltage regulator (IVR). IVR includes reactive droop capability, 3-phase voltage sensing, KVAR/PF modes, RFI suppression, min/max exciter. Limiter and exciter diode monitor
- EMCP 4.2B
- 6 Customer programmable digital inputs
- Load histogram feature
- Emergency stop pushbutton
- Reverse reactive power (kVAr) (32RV)
- Customizable screens
- Failure to start (overcrank)
- kW (per phase, average & percent)
- Low coolant level
- PLC functionality
- Communications:
- kVAr-hr (total)
- Engine cycle crank
- Coolant temperature
- kVA (per phase, average & percent)
- Controls:
- High coolant temperature
- Generator phase sequence
- Digital indication for:
- Over/under frequency (81 o/u)
- Number of I/O varies on options selected
- Low coolant temperature
- Alarm acknowledge
- 1 Programmable digital outputs
- Amps (per phase & average)
- Cat connect
- Overspeed
- Engine cool-down timer
- Operating hours
- Oil pressure (psi, kPa or bar)
- RPM
- Power factor (per phase & average)
- Serial annunciator module data link
- 24 Volt DC operation
- Overcurrent (50/51)
- Generator mounted – rear facing
- Over/under voltage (27/59)
- 3 Analog inputs
- 4 Programmable relay outputs (Form A)
- Speed adjust
- Text alarm/event descriptions
- kVAr (per phase, average & percent)
- Customer data link (Modbus RTU)
- Frequency (Hz)
- Volts (L-L & L-N)
- DC volts
- Lamp test
Cooling System
- Certified standard PGS provided
Exhaust System
- Flanged faced outlet(s)
- Dry exhaust manifold
Fuel System
- Fuel cooler; not included with packages without radiator
- Flexible fuel lines – shipped loose
- Secondary fuel filters
- Fuel priming pump
General
- Flywheel and flywheel housing – SAE No. 00
- SAE standard rotation
- Caterpillar yellow with high gloss black rails and radiator
- Right hand servicing
Generator and Attachments
- Low voltage:
- Busbar connections, right side extension box, bottom cable entry
- Class H insulation, Class F temperature rise at 40C ambient (105C prime/130C standby)
- NEMA standard hole pattern
- Internal excitation (IE)
- Random wound
- Anti-condensation space heater
- Winding temperature detectors
- Form wound
- 6 Leads
- High voltage:
- Medium voltage:
- 3 Phase brushless, Salient pole
- Permanent magnet excitation (PMG)
- NEMA Class H insulation system, Class H temperature rise at 40C ambient (125C prime/150C standby)
- Busbar connections, top center mounted, top cable entry
Governing System
- ADEM A3
Literature
- Parts book
Lubrication System
- Oil drain lines and valve
- Fumes disposal
- Oil filter, filler and dipstick
- Lubricating oil
- Gear type lube oil pump
- Integral lube oil cool
Mounting System
- Rails – Engine/generator/radiator mounting
- Rubber anti-vibration mounts – shipped loose
- Anti-vibration mounts (shipped loose)
Starting System
- Battery and battery rack w/cables
- 24 Volt electric starting motor
- 45 Amp Charging alternator
- Battery disconnect switch
Optional Equipment
Control System
- EMCP 4.4
- Local annunciator module: [ ] NFPA 110 [ ] Custom
Engine Options
- Starting aids: 220V 50 Hz Jacket water heater
- Batteries: [ ] Standard (1400 CCA) [ ] Heavy Duty (2800 CCA)
- Starting motors: [ ] Standard [ ] Heavy duty
- Air cleaner: [ ] Single element air cleaners [ ] Dual element air cleaners [ ] Heavy duty air cleaners
- Muffler: [ ] Industrial Grade
- Battery charger: [ ] 10A [ ] 20A [ ] 35A
Air Inlet System
- Single element filter
- Dual element air cleaner
Cooling System
- Coolant
- Standard ambient ATAAC radiators
- Water level switch gauges
- Standard ambient radiators
- Optional installed ATAAC radiators
- Optional installed radiators
Crankcase System
- Ventilation system
- No explosion relief valves
- Explosion relief valves
Alternators
- Temperature rise (over 40�C ambient): [ ] 150�C [ ] 125�C [ ] 105�C [ ] 80�C
Power Termination
- Circuit breaker rating: [ ] 2000A [ ] 2500A [ ] 3200A [ ] 4000A
- Power Termination: Busbar, Circuit breaker
- Circuit breaker trip unit: [ ] LSI [ ] LSIG [ ] LSIG-P
Exhaust System
- Y Adapters
- Tier 4 clean emissions module
- Clean emission parts
- Exhaust offset
- Elbows
- Tier 4 clean emission MOD Kits
- Flexible fittings
- Tier 4 dosing cabinet
- Mufflers
- Flanges
- Flange and exhaust expanders
Fuel System
- Fuel priming pumps (Tier 4) – Manual or electric
- Primary fuel filter
Extended Service Contract (ESC)
- Extended Service Contract (ESC): [ ] 2 Year [ ] 3 Year [ ] 5 Year
General
- US aid emblem
- Special paint (Colors other than Caterpillar yellow or high performance paints)
Generators and Attachments
- Generator conversion
- Space heater
- Low / Medium voltage: 380/400/415 volts, 3 phase 1500 rpm. RW, PM, No. of Leads = 6, Pitch = .6667: 1600 and 1800 Frames
- Differential current transformers (DCT) 8.7 kV and 15 kV classes
- Thermostat for space heater
- Alternator air cleaner
- Low / Medium voltage: 380/400/415 volts, 3 phase 1500 rpm. RW, IE, No. of Leads = 6, Pitch = .6667: 1600 Frame
Instrumentation
- Pyrometer and Thermocouples
Lubrication System
- Prelube pumps
- Lube oil in standard sump
- Oil level regulator
Mounting System
- IBC vibration isolators
- Puck style low efficiency isolators
- Spring type vibration isolators
Power Connections
- Left side power connections
- Rear power connections
- Ground cables between generator and terminal box
- 2700 Frame, four lead, four terminal
- Neutral ground connections
- Low voltage Circuit breakers
- Center post busbars
- Right side power connections
Special Tests / Reports
- Torsional vibration analysis reports
- PGS Test report @ 0.8 power factor
- Standard engine test charge
- Generator set fuel consumption test
- OSHPD Certification
- PGS Test report @ 1.0 power factor
- Generator test report
- Fuel consumption test
- IBC Certification
- Canadian Standards Association certification
Starting and Charging
- Jacket water heaters
- Electric starting motors
- Starter cover
- Air pressure regulator
- Engine barring device
- Air starting motors
- 24 Volt battery set – Dry
- 10, 20, 35 and 50 Amp Battery chargers
Extended Service Coverage
- Platinum, Gold and Silver coverage
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