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CG170-12 KGas Generator Set

Continuous Rating

1125 ekW

1125 ekW

Fuel Type

Natural Gas

Natural Gas

Maximum Electrical Efficiency

40.90%

40.90%

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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Specifications

Spec Value
Continuous Rating 1125 ekW 1125 ekW
Fuel Type Natural Gas Natural Gas
Maximum Electrical Efficiency 40.90% 40.90%
Frequency 50 or 60 Hz 50 or 60 Hz
RPM 1500 or 1800 rpm 1500 or 1800 rpm
Spec Value
Engine Model CG170K-12 CG170K-12
Displacement 3240 in³ 53.1 l
Aspiration TA TA
Bore 6.7 in 170 mm
Stroke 7.7 in 195 mm
Spec Value
Length 235 in 5970 mm
Width 71 in 1810 mm
Height 87 in 2210 mm
Dry Weight – Genset 28659.8 lb 13000 kg

Standard Equipment

Air Inlet

  • Two-element single-stage air cleaner with enclosure and service indicator
  • Turbocharger for the CG170K comes with a water-cooled bearing case

Control Panels

  • TEM(Total Electronic Management)

Exhaust

  • Low resistence exhaust system
  • Closed crankcase ventilation system

Cooling

  • Jacket water and SCAC thermostats
  • Flange connections for JW inlet and outlet
  • Engine driven water pumps for jacket water and after cooler

Fuel system

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

Generator

  • Busbar connections
  • 3-phase sensing and KVAR/PF control
  • Winding temperature detectors
  • Reactive droop
  • Anti-condensation space heater

Starting/Charging

  • 24V starting motors
  • Battery disconnect switch

General

  • Crankshaft vibration damper and guard

Optional Equipment

Air Inlet

  • Mounting stand
  • Air cleaner with precleaner

Cooling

  • CHP skid

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