Cat G3520C Gas Engine
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Caterpillar
G3520C Gas Generator
Continuous Rating
2050 ekW
2050 ekW
Fuel Type
Natural Gas, Biogas, Coal Gas
Natural Gas, Biogas, Coal Gas
Maximum Electrical Efficiency
40.10%
40.10%
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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Features
SR4B or SR5 Generator
EMCP 4.3 Control Panel
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Specifications
Generator Set Specifications
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Continuous Rating | 2050 ekW 2050 ekW |
| Fuel Type | Natural Gas, Biogas, Coal Gas Natural Gas, Biogas, Coal Gas |
| Maximum Electrical Efficiency | 40.10% 40.10% |
| Maximum Standby Rating | 2050 2050 |
| Frequency | 50 / 60 Hz 50 / 60 Hz |
| RPM | 1200 / 1500 / 1800 rpm 1200 / 1500 / 1800 rpm |
Engine Specifications
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Engine Model | G3520C G3520C |
| Displacement | 5270 in³ 86 l |
| Aspiration | TA TA |
| Bore | 6.7 in 170 mm |
| Stroke | 7.5 in 190 mm |
| Fuel System | Natural Gas, Biogas, Coal Gas Natural Gas, Biogas, Coal Gas |
| Compression Ratio | 11.3 11.3 |
Generator Set Dimensions
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Length | 249 in 6312 mm |
| Width | 79 in 1830 mm |
| Height | 92 in 2340 mm |
| Dry Weight – Genset | 37959 lb 17215 kg |
| Weight | 37953 lb 17215 kg |
Standard Equipment
Air Inlet
- Two-element single-stage air cleaner with enclosure and service indicator
Control Panels
- EMCP 4.3
Cooling
- ANSI Class 6 in/DN customer flange connections for JW inlet and outlet
- Engine driven water pumps for jacket water and aftercooler
- 2nd Stage SCAC-Cat Flange
- Jacket water and SCAC driven pumps
- Jacket water and SCAC thermostat and outlet–ANSI 6 in/DN150
Exhaust
- Dry exhaust manifolds, insulated and shielded
- Cat-flanged face outlet on turbocharger
- Individual exhaust port and turbocharger outlet wired to Integrated Tmeperature Sensing Module (ITSM) with GECM providing alarms and shutdowns
Fuel System
- Fuel system is sized for 31.5 to 47.2 MJ/NM3 dry pipeline natural gas with pressure of 10.2 to 34.5KPa to the engine fuel control valve
- Electronic fuel metering valve, ANSI flange
- Throttle plate, 24V DC actuator, controlled by GECM
- 24V ETR Gas Shutoff Valve
Ignition System
- Electronic Ignition System (controlled by GECM)
- Individual Cylinder Detonation Sensitive Timing (DST)
Generator
- 3-phase brushless, salient pole
- Class F Insulation & temperature rise
- Reactive droop
- Permanent Magnet Excitiation
- Winding temperature detectors
- Anti-condensation space heater
- SR4B or SR5
- Busbar connections
- Caterpillar’s Digital Voltage Regulator (CDVR) with 3-phase sensing and KVAR/PF control
- SR4B
General
- Crankshaft Vibration Damper and Guard
- RH Service
- Parts Book
- Operation and maintenance manuals
- Paint – Caterpillar Yellow except rails and radiators gloss black
Optional Equipment
Air Inlet
- Enclosure Mounting Brackets and Piping
- Mounting stand
- Air cleaner with precleaner
Contol Panel
- Custom 8-Light Alarm Module
- Local NFPA99-110 Alarm Module w/LEDs
- Remote 24-32V 8/16 Annunciator
- Synchronizing Module
- PL1000E/PL1000T Communications Module
- Engine Failure Relay
Control Panels
- Local alarm module
Cooling
- Inlet/Outlet connections
- Engine pumps
- Aftercooler air lines, aftercooler core replacement
- Jacket water coolant heater
Exhaust
- Mufflers (15/18/25 dBA Attenuation) and spark-arresting muffler with ANSI companion flanges
- Exhaust expanders
- Flexible fittings
- 305/360/406 mm Elbow Kits
Fuel System
- 14-69 kPa (2-10 psi) gas pressure regulator
- Fuel filter
- 24V DC Gas shutoff valve
- 207-276kPa, 30-40 psi gas knockdown regulator
Generator
- Generator Removal
- Annunciator Modules
- Medium and high voltage generators and attachment
- 60 Hz–480/4160 Volt Generator Options
- Cable access box
- Generator air filter
- European Bus Bars
- Low voltage extension box
- Bearing temperature detectors
- 8.7/15 kV Class Current Transformers (CCCT, DCT, CT)
- 50 Hz–3300/6600 Volt Generator Options
Governing System
- Load share module
Starting/Charging
- Jacket water heater
- Battery diconnect switch
- 24V starting motors
- Battery with cables and rack (shipped loose)
- 60A, 24V charging alternator (requires engine driven pumps)