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Caterpillar

CG260-16 Gas Generator Set

Continuous Rating

4300 / 4000 ekW @1.0pf

4300 / 4000 ekW @1.0pf

Fuel Type

Natural Gas, Biogas, Coal Gas, Associated Gas, Synthesis Gas, Hydrogen Blend (to 25%)

Natural Gas, Biogas, Coal Gas, Associated Gas, Synthesis Gas, Hydrogen Blend (to 25%)

Maximum Electrical Efficiency

44.1 / 43.8%

44.1 / 43.8%

Overview

From natural gas-fueled combined heat and power (CHP) systems and emergency power for facilities, to renewable biogas energy to support the local grid, or electricity generated from coal mine gases, Caterpillar has a wide range of reliable gas power solutions.

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CG260-16
CG260-16

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Features

High Reliability

High Availability, High Profitability

Optimized Lubrication Consumption

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Specifications

Spec Value
Continuous Rating 4300 / 4000 ekW @1.0pf 4300 / 4000 ekW @1.0pf
Fuel Type Natural Gas, Biogas, Coal Gas, Associated Gas, Synthesis Gas, Hydrogen Blend (to 25%) Natural Gas, Biogas, Coal Gas, Associated Gas, Synthesis Gas, Hydrogen Blend (to 25%)
Maximum Electrical Efficiency 44.1 / 43.8% 44.1 / 43.8%
Maximum Standby Rating 4500 ekW 4500 ekW
Frequency 50 / 60 Hz 50 / 60 Hz
RPM 1000 / 900 rpm 1000 / 900 rpm
Spec Value
Engine Model CG260-16 CG260-16
Displacement 16586 in³ 271.8 l
Aspiration TA TA
Bore 10.2 in 260 mm
Stroke 12.6 in 320 mm
Spec Value
Length 371 in 9420 mm
Width 110 in 2794 mm
Height 133 in 3390 mm
Dry Weight – Genset 117505 lb 53299.4 kg

Standard Equipment

Air Inlet

  • One-element single-stage air cleaner with enclosure and sevice indicator
  • Turbocharger with a water-cooled bearing case for all cylinder

Control Panels

  • TEM (Total Electronic Management)

Cooling

  • flange connections for JW inlet and outlet
  • Jacket water and SCAC thermostats
  • Electrical jacket water and aftercooler coolant pump

Exhaust

  • Exhaust waste gate for the CG260-16
  • Closed crankcase ventilation system

Fuel system

  • Electronic fuel metering valve
  • Independently controlled cylinder monitoring and ignition system
  • Pre-chamber spark plugs

Generator

  • Busbar connections
  • Closed-coupled generator result in no torque transmission to the base frame
  • Reactive droop
  • 3-phase sensing and KVAR/PF control
  • Grid code generator
  • Anti-condensation space heater
  • Winding temperature detectors

Starting/Charging

  • Compressed air engine start

General

  • Crankshaft vibration damper and guard

Optional Equipment

Cooling

  • CHP skid

Grid Code Compliance

  • 50Hz: Germany, Belgium, Great Britain, Italy, Poland, and Netherlands

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