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Cat
3608 Generator Set (Medium Speed)
Maximum Rating
3575 kVA
3575 kVA
Minimum Rating
2363 kVA
2363 kVA
Emissions/Fuel Strategy
Low Fuel Consumption
Low Fuel Consumption
Overview
Producing reliable power from 2363 to 3575 kVA at 50 Hz, our 3608 diesel generator sets 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. The generator set is certified for low fuel consumption.
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Specifications
Generator Set Specifications
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Rating | 3575 kVA 3575 kVA |
| Minimum Rating | 2363 kVA 2363 kVA |
| Emissions/Fuel Strategy | Low Fuel Consumption Low Fuel Consumption |
| Frequency | 50 Hz 50 Hz |
| Speed | 750 & 1000 rpm 750 & 1000 rpm |
| Duty Cycle | Standby, Prime, Continuous Standby, Prime, Continuous |
Engine Specifications
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Engine Model | 3608 I-8,4-Stroke Water-Cooled Diesel 3608 I-8,4-Stroke Water-Cooled Diesel |
| Bore | 11 in 280 mm |
| Stroke | 11.8 in 300 mm |
| Displacement | 9064 in³ 148 l |
| Compression Ratio | 13:01 13:01 |
| Aspiration | TA TA |
| Fuel System | Direct unit injection Direct unit injection |
| Governor Type | Generator Set Monitoring System (GMS) Generator Set Monitoring System (GMS) |
Generator Set Dimensions
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Length – Maximum | 404 in 10261.7 mm |
| Width – Maximum | 99.62 in 2530.3 mm |
| Height – Maximum | 156.6 in 3977.7 mm |
| Dry Weight – Genset (maximum) | 91050 lb 41390 kg |
Standard Equipment
Air Inlet System
- Breather, crankcase, top-mounted
- Aftercooler, fresh water, corrosion resistant coated (air side)
- Turbocharger, watercooled (750 rpm and HFO), engine oil lubricated
- Air inlet shutoff
Cooling System
- Water temperature regulator
- Jacket water thermostats
- Engine coolant water drains
Exhaust System
- 457 mm (18 in) Cat bolt pattern
- Includes adapter, flexible exhaust fitting
- Dry, gas tight, exhaust manifold
Fuel System
- Simplex or duplex
Generator System
- Custom generator per generator data sheet completed by dealer
Governor System
- UG Actuator
Lube System
- Service side engine mounted on cylinder block inspection covers
- Centrifugal oil filters with single shutoff
- Crankcase explosion relief valves
- Wet oil sump. Includes engine-driven main lubrication and oil pumps, oil lines and oil pan
- Oil filler and dipstick
- Oil pressure regulating valve
Mounting System
- Engine and generator mounting
- Damper, torsional vibration
Starting / Charging System
- Line group for single point custom connection
- Air silencer
- One motor, engine mounted at rear, on left side
- Vane type air starter
General:
- Paint, Caterpillar yellow
- Gear driven pumps: Fuel/oil/jacket water/Aftercooler/Oil cooler water
Optional Equipment
Air Inlet System
- Air cleaner louver assembly
- Air inlet adapter
- Heavy duty air cleaner
- Vertical support bracket
- Soot filter
- Boost control valve
Cooling System
- Expansion tank
- Auxiliary water pump
- Heating aids
- Cooling system aids
Exhaust System
- Flexible exhaust fittings
- Weld flange and related hardware
Fuel System
- Duplex primary fuel strainer
- Fuel priming pump
- Fuel system connections
Generator System
- Winding temperature detectors
- Anti-condensation space heaters
- Busbar connections
- 3 Phase, six Leads, WYE
- Class F insulation
Governor System
- Digital programmers
- 2301 A load share
- 723 Plus
- EGB actuator
- Electronic/actuators
- Battery backup/power supply
Lube System
- Oil pan drain valve
- Lube ANSI adapter (Emergency connection)
Mounting System
- Spring type vibration isolators
- Non-vertically restrained
- Vertically restrained
- Isolator
Starting / Charging System
- Pressure reducing valve
- Compressed air flex hose
General:
- Custom paint colors