Cat Generator Set Package
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Cat
D500 GC (60 Hz) Generator Set
Maximum Rating
500 ekW
500 ekW
Minimum Rating
500 ekW
500 ekW
Emissions/Fuel Strategy
EPA Stationary Emergency
EPA Stationary Emergency
Overview
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).
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Features
Cat Diesel Engine
M-Frame Alternator
GCCP 1.2 Control Panel
Cooling System
Certifications
One Safe Source
Worldwide Product Support
Details
Specifications
Generator Set Specifications
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Rating | 500 ekW 500 ekW |
| Minimum Rating | 500 ekW 500 ekW |
| Emissions/Fuel Strategy | EPA Stationary Emergency EPA Stationary Emergency |
| Voltage | 480 to 600 Volts 480 to 600 Volts |
| Frequency | 60 Hz 60 Hz |
| Speed | 1800 RPM 1800 RPM |
| Duty Cycle | Standby Standby |
Engine Specifications
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Engine Model | Cat® C15 In-line 6, 4-cycle diesel Cat® C15 In-line 6, 4-cycle diesel |
| Bore | 5.4 in 137 mm |
| Stroke | 6.8 in 171 mm |
| Displacement | 928 in³ 15.2 l |
| Compression Ratio | 16.1:1 16.1:1 |
| Aspiration | Turbocharged Air-to-Air Aftercooled Turbocharged Air-to-Air Aftercooled |
| Fuel System | MEUI MEUI |
| Governor Type | ADEM™A4 ADEM™A4 |
Generator Set Dimensions
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Length – Maximum | 189.6 in 4815 mm |
| Width – Maximum | 64.2 in 1630 mm |
| Height – Minimum | 2034 in 80.1 mm |
| Height – Maximum | 101.7 in 2584 mm |
| Dry Weight – Genset (minimum) | 8280.6 lb 3756 kg |
| Dry Weight – Genset (maximum) | 10346.3 lb 4693 kg |
Standard Equipment
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
Optional Equipment
Air Inlet System
- Air cleaner (Non canister disposable)
Bases, Mounting & Fuel Tanks
- Audio & visual fuel alarm (@90% fuel level)
- Wide Base – Skid
- 5 Gallon Spill Containment
- Fuel tank pill pipe & lockable cap
- Overfill prevention valve
- Integral tank base, 24 hours, UL142
Exhaust
- Industrial, residential, critical mufflers
Circuit breaker
- Auxiliary contacts
- 600A LSI
- 600A LS/I
- 1200A LSI
- 1200A LS/I
- 400A LSI
- 800A LSI
- 800A LS/I
- 400A LS/I
Control System
- Twist release, Red button emergency stop
- Ground fault relay
- 20A GFCI (Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter)
- Volt free contacts
- Product link remote monitoring hardware
- Audible alarm Gp
- 16 -light NFPA 99/110 Annunciator
- 100A Load center
Enclosures
- E-Stop
- AC & DC Source lights
- Sound attenuated Level 2 enclosure (White)
Exhaust System
- Manifold and turbocharger guards
- 8″ Muffler – 25 dBA attenuation
- Flexible exhaust connection
Generator
- Anti-condensation heater
- Oversize and premium generators
- Excitation: [ ] Permanent magnet excitation (PMG) Excited (PM) [ ] Internally Excited (IE)
- Permanent magnet excitation (PMG) generator
- Space heater
Starting System
- Jacket water heater
- Battery charger (UL Certified)
- Oversize battery set, 1400 CCA, 200 amp/hr
- Standard battery set: 1000 CCA, 90 amp/hr.
Power Termination
- Circuit breakers, UL listed
- Circuit breakers, IEC compliant
General
- CSA Certification
- Extended Service Coverage
- Generator test report
- UL2200 Certification
- CSA Certification
- UL 2200 package
Lube System
- Manual sump pump
Mounting System
- Narrow skid base – replaces standard fuel tank base