C18 (60 Hz) Tier 4

C18 Tier 4 Final (60)

Overview

Caterpillar is leading the power generation marketplace with Power Solutions engineered to deliver unmatched flexibility, expandability, reliability, and cost-effectiveness.

Specifications

Units: 
Maximum Rating 500 ekW
Minimum Rating 455 ekW
Emissions/Fuel Strategy U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final
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Benefits & Features

Cat Generator Set Package

    • Cat generator set packages have been fully prototype tested
    • Accepts 100% block load in one step and meets NFPA 110 loading requirements
    • Conform to ISO 8528-5 steady state and transient response requirements

Cat Diesel Engine

    • Reliable, rugged, durable design
    • Field-proven in thousands of applications worldwide
    • Four-stroke-cycle diesel engine combines consistent performance and excellent fuel economy with minimum weight

A-Frame Alternator

    • Superior motor starting capability minimizes need for oversizing alternator
    • Designed to match performance and output characteristics of Cat diesel engines
    • Robust Class H insulation

  October 8, 2024

Specifications

Units: 
Generator Set Specifications
Maximum Rating 500 ekW
Minimum Rating 455 ekW
Emissions/Fuel Strategy U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final
Voltage 480 Volts
Frequency 60 Hz
Speed 1800 rpm
Duty Cycle Standby, Prime
Engine Specifications
Engine Model C18 ATAAC, I-6, 4-Stroke Water-Cooled Diesel
Bore
Stroke
Displacement
Compression Ratio 14.5:1
Aspiration Air to Air Aftercooled
Fuel System Electronic unit injection
Governor Type Adem™A4

Benefits & Features

Cat Generator Set Package

    • Cat generator set packages have been fully prototype tested
    • Accepts 100% block load in one step and meets NFPA 110 loading requirements
    • Conform to ISO 8528-5 steady state and transient response requirements

Cat Diesel Engine

    • Reliable, rugged, durable design
    • Field-proven in thousands of applications worldwide
    • Four-stroke-cycle diesel engine combines consistent performance and excellent fuel economy with minimum weight

A-Frame Alternator

    • Superior motor starting capability minimizes need for oversizing alternator
    • Designed to match performance and output characteristics of Cat diesel engines
    • Robust Class H insulation

GCCP 1.2 Control Panel

    • User-friendly interface and navigation
    • Scalable system to meet a wide range of installation requirement
    • Expansion modules and site-specific programming for specific customer requirements

Cooling System

    • Designed to operate in standard ambient temperatures up to 55°C (131°F)
    • Contact your Cat Dealer for specific ambient and altitude capabilities

Certifications

    • UL2200 Listed; CSA 22.2; Certification of Compliance – IBC Seismic; Dual IBC & HCAI

One Safe Source

    • Components used in the generator set are selected based on seamless design integration to provide the optimum performance
    • The generator set is fully assembled at a Caterpillar facility following our quality guidelines
    • Each generator set package is tested before leaving the Caterpillar facility
    • Cat product support, including dealer service, parts and warranty covers the entire Cat power system

World Wide Product Support

    • Cat dealers have over 1,800 dealer branch stores operating in 200 countries
    • Your local Cat dealer provides extensive post-sale support, including maintenance and repair agreements

Cat Clean Emissions Module (CEM)

    • The Tier 4 Final engine has been optimized to work with the Cat CEM.
    • The CEM is a reliable, compact, and lightweight system that gives maximum installation flexibility.
    • It features a diesel oxidation catalyst for particulate matter (PM) and hydrocarbon (HC) control.
    • Selective catalytic reduction (SCR) reduces NOx output and provides integrated sound attenuation.
    • The CEM is controlled by a separate dosing module that has been integrated into the standard generator set controls for complete monitoring, protection and closed loop NOx control.
    • For more information on the CEM, refer to cut sheet LEHE0359.

UL 2200 / CSA - Optional

    • UL 2200 listed packages
    • CSA Certified
    • Certain restrictions may apply.
    • Consult with your Cat® Dealer.

Standard Equipment

  • Air Inlet
    • Air cleaner
  • Exhaust System
    • Exhaust manifold - dry
  • Cooling
    • Package mounted radiator
  • Fuel System
    • Fuel cooler
    • Engine fuel transfer pump
    • Primary fuel filter w/integral water separator and secondary filter
    • Fuel priming pump
    • Flexible fuel lines
  • Exhaust
    • Exhaust flange outlet
  • Fuel
    • Primary fuel filter with integral water separator
    • Fuel priming pump
    • Secondary fuel filters
  • Generator
    • Matched to the performance and output characteristics of Cat engines
    • IP23 Protection
    • Load adjustment module provides engine relief upon load impact and improves load acceptance and recovery time
  • Power Termination
    • Busbar
  • Lube System
    • Oil filter and dipstick
    • Lubricating oil
    • Oil drain lines with valve; piped to edge of base
    • Fumes disposal, piped to front of radiator
    • Oil cooler
  • Control Panel
    • GCCP Genset Controller
  • Mounting
    • Rubber vibration isolators
  • Protection System
    • Safety shutoffs for: Higher water temperature - Overspeed - Low oil pressure
  • Cooling System
    • Thermostats and housing, full open temperature 92 deg C (198 deg F)
    • Coolant level sensor
    • Coolant level sight gauge
    • Fan and belt guards
    • Jacket water pump, gear driven, centrifugal
    • Coolant drain line with valve; terminated on edge of base
    • Caterpillar extended life coolant
  • Starting/Charging
    • 24V, 45 Amp Charging alternator
    • 24 Volt electric starting motor
    • 24 volt starting motor
    • Batteries
  • General
    • Paint - Caterpillar yellow except rails and radiators gloss black
    • Paint, Caterpillar yellow
    • Operation and maintenance manual pack and OMM storage compartment
    • Parts book
    • Vibration damper
  • Control System
    • Local annunciator
    • Programmable Input / Output: 2 programmable digital inputs - 2 programmable relay outputs (Form A) - 2 programmable relay outputs (Form C)
    • Suitable for use as service equipment label
    • Separation plate
    • Control panel mounting location
    • Breaker box mounting location
    • Optional external analog input
    • Remote annunciators
    • GCCP 1.2
    • Communications: Customer data link (RS485 Modbus RTu) - Serial annunciator module data link for local and remote annunciator IVR - Integrated Voltage Regulation (Digital) - EM10 Excitation Module
    • Controls include: Run/auto/ stop/control - Speed adjust - Voltage adjust - Engine cycle crank - Emergency stop pushbutton
    • Digital indication for: rpm - DC volts - operating hours - Oil pressure (psi, kPa or bar) - Coolant temperature (C or F) - Volts (L-L & L-N), frequency (Hz) - Amps (per phase & average) - Power factor (per phase & average) - kW (per phase & average) - kVA (per phase & average) - kVAr (per phase and average) - kW-hr (total) - kVAr-hr (total)
    • Programmable protective relaying functions: Generator phase sequence - Over/under voltage (27/59) - Over/under frequency (81 o/u) - Overcurrent (50/51)
    • Warning/shutdown with common LED indication of shutdowns for: Low oil pressure - high coolant temperature - Overspeed - Emergency stop - Failure to start (overcrank) - Low coolant temperature - Low coolant level
    • Control panel options: Dust proof control panel - volt free contact - Device server - Ground fault relay
  • Governing System
    • Cat electronic governor (ADEM A4)
  • Generator and Attachments
    • Segregated low voltage (AC/DC) wiring panel
    • Brushless, self-excited 2/3 pitch, random wound.
    • Insulation Class H and temperature rise
    • AREP generator
    • CIP - generators
    • IP23 Protection
    • Power center, IP22 bottom cable entry
  • Air Inlet System
    • Single element air filter
    • Air cleaner - Heavy duty
    • Air cleaner - Single element
  • Extended Service Coverage
    • Silver, Gold and Platinum coverage
  • Circuit breakers
    • 3 Pole 100% rated

Optional Equipment

  • Control System
    • Ground fault relay
    • Dust proof control panel
    • Breaker box mounting location
    • Volt free contact
    • Device server
    • Separation plate
    • Remote annunciators
    • GCCP 1.5
    • Local annunciator
    • Remote E-stop button
    • Optional external analog input
    • Control panel mounting
  • Exhaust
    • Industrial, residential, critical mufflers
  • Generator
    • Anti-condensation heater
    • Excitation: [ ] Permanent magnet excitation (PMG) Excited (PM) [ ] Internally Excited (IE)
    • Oversize and premium generators
  • Power Termination
    • Circuit breakers, UL listed
  • Generators and Attachments
    • AREP generator
    • CIP generators
    • Space heater
    • Generator mounting and duct plate
  • Air Inlet System
    • Single element air filter
    • Dual element air cleaner
  • Certifications
    • Certificate of Compliance
    • IBC Certification wind load
  • Circuit breakers
    • Motorized single circuit breaker
    • Neutral bars
    • Power cables
    • Dual breakers first circuit breaker (CB2) LS/I package mounted
    • Current transformers
    • Package mounted single circuit breakers
    • Dual breakers first circuit breaker (CB1) LS/I package mounted
    • Auxiliary contacts
  • Cooling System
    • Aftertreatment guard
    • Standard radiator
  • Enclosures
    • Sound attenuated enclosures
  • Exhaust System
    • Flange kits
    • Exhaust flexible fittings
  • Fuel System
    • 660 gallon base tank
  • Generator Attachments
    • Permanent magnet excitation (PMG) generator
  • Mounting System
    • Standard base wide
    • 5 Gallon spill containment
    • Optional CB shroud
    • Overfill prevention valve
    • Locking fuel fill
  • Starting / Charging System
    • Battery disconnect switch
    • Jacket water heater
    • Shore power control group
    • 10 Amp dual Battery charger
  • TESTS
    • PGS Test report @ 0.8 power factor
    • 4 Hour factory test (un-witnessed)
    • PGS Test report @ 1.0 power factor
    • Generator test report

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