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Caterpillar
CG170 Gas Generator Set
Continuous Rating
1500 ekW
1500 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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Generator Set Specifications
Spec | Value |
---|---|
Continuous Rating | 1500 ekW 1500 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 |
Engine Specifications
Spec | Value |
---|---|
Engine Model | CG170K-16 CG170K-16 |
Displacement | 4320 in³ 70.8 l |
Aspiration | TA TA |
Bore | 6.7 in 170 mm |
Stroke | 7.7 in 195 mm |
Generator Set Dimensions
Spec | Value |
---|---|
Length | 261 in 6640 mm |
Width | 71 in 1810 mm |
Height | 87 in 2210 mm |
Dry Weight – Genset | 32848 lb 14900 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
- Closed crankcase ventilation system
- Low resistence exhaust system
Cooling
- Engine driven water pumps for jacket water and after cooler
- Jacket water and SCAC thermostats
- Flange connections for JW inlet and outlet
Fuel system
- Electronic fuel metering valve
- Pre-chamber spark plugs
- Independently controlled cylinder monitoring and ignition system
Generator
- Reactive droop
- Winding temperature detectors
- 3-phase sensing and KVAR/PF control
- Anti-condensation space heater
- Busbar connections
Starting/Charging
- Battery disconnect switch
- 24V starting motors
General
- Crankshaft vibration damper and guard
Optional Equipment
Air Inlet
- Mounting stand
- Air cleaner with precleaner
Cooling
- CHP skid