3516E (50 Hz)Non-Current

3516E (50)

Overview

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

Specifications

Units: 
Minimum Rating 3000 kVA
Maximum Rating 3500 kVA
Emissions/Fuel Strategy Tier 2 Equivalent
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Benefits & Features

Design Criteria

Cat Diesel Engine

Generator

  April 6, 2024

Specifications

Units: 
Generator Set Specifications
Minimum Rating 3000 kVA
Maximum Rating 3500 kVA
Emissions/Fuel Strategy Tier 2 Equivalent
Voltage 380 to 11000 volts
Frequency 50 Hz
Speed 1808 rpm
Engine Specifications
Engine Model 3516E, V-16, 4-Stroke Water-Cooled Diesel
Compression Ratio 14.7:1
Aspiration ATAAC
Governor Type ADEM� A5
Fuel System Electronic Unit Injection
Bore
Stroke - HD
Displacement
Generator Set Dimensions
Width - Maximum
Length - Maximum
Height - Maximum

Benefits & Features

Design Criteria

Design Criteria

The generator set accepts 100% rated load in one step per NFPA 110 and meets ISO 8528-5 transient response.

Cat Diesel Engine

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

Generator

Generator

  • Matched to the performance and output characteristics of Cat engines
  • Industry leading mechanical and electrical design
  • Industry leading motor starting capabilities
  • High Efficiency

EMCP Control Panel

EMCP Control Panel

The EMCP controller features the reliability and durability you have come to expect from your Cat equipment. EMCP4 is a scalable control platform designed to ensure reliable generator set operation, providing extensive information about power output and engine operation. EMCP4 systems can be further customized to meet your needs through programming and expansion modules.

Seismic Certification

Seismic Certification

  • Seismic Certification available.
  • Anchoring details are site specific, and are dependent on many factors such as generator set size, weight, and concrete strength.
  • IBC Certification requires that the anchoring system used is reviewed and approved by a Professional Engineer
  • Seismic Certification per Applicable Building Codes: IBC 2000, IBC 2003, IBC 2006, IBC 2009, CBC 2007, CBC 2010
  • Pre-approved by OSHPD and carries an OSP-0321-10 for use in healthcare projects in California

Single-Source Supplier

Single-Source Supplier

Fully prototype tested with certified torsional vibration analysis available

World Wide Product Support

World Wide Product Support

Cat Dealers provide extensive post sale support including maintenance and repair agreements. Cat dealers have over 1,800 dealer branch stores operating in 200 countries. The Cat® SOSSM program cost effectively detects internal engine component condition, even the presence of unwanted fluids and combustion by-products.

UL 2200 / CSA - Optional

UL 2200 / CSA - Optional

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

Standard Equipment

  • Air Inlet System
    • Air cleaner; single element canister type
  • Control System
    • Generator mounted - rear facing
    • Emergency stop pushbutton
    • Reverse power (kW) (32)
    • 1 Programmable relay outputs (Form C)
    • 3 Analog inputs
    • kVAr-hr (total)
    • Low coolant level
    • kW-hr (total)
    • Auto/start/stop control
    • KVAR / PF modes
    • Min / max exciter
    • Caterpillar's voltage regulator
    • Over/under frequency (81 o/u)
    • Text alarm/event descriptions
    • 0 True RMS AC metering
    • +/- 2% accuracy
    • Failure to start (overcrank)
    • Lamp test
    • Environmental sealed front face
    • Coolant temperature
    • IVR includes reactive droop capability
    • Load histogram feature
    • RPM
    • EMCP 4.2B
    • Frequency (Hz)
    • Engine cool
    • 4 programmable relay outputs (Form A)
    • Power factor (per phase & average)
    • Controls:
    • Volts (L-L & L-N)
    • DC volts
    • Overspeed
    • Low coolant temperature
    • 24 Volt DC operation
    • Serial annunciator module data link
    • Communications:
    • Customizable screens
    • Cat connect
    • Over/under voltage (27/59)
    • Low oil pressure
    • Overcurrent (50/51)
    • kVA (per phase, average & percent)
    • Oil pressure (psi, kPa or bar)
    • Programmable protective relaying functions:
    • 3 Phase voltage sensing
    • kVAr (per phase, average & percent)
    • Generator phase sequence
    • Reverse reactive power (kVAr) (32RV)
    • Generator set packages include:
    • 3 Phase
    • Amps (per phase & average)
    • 1 Programmable digital outputs
    • Engine cycle crank
    • Limiter and exciter diode monitor
    • Alarm acknowledge
    • RFI suppression
    • Emergency stop
    • PLC functionality
    • Accessory module data link
    • 6 Customer programmable digital inputs
    • Digital indication for:
    • kW (per phase, average & percent)
    • High coolant temperature
    • 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 -
    • Number of I/O varies on options selected
    • Operating hours
    • RFI suppression
    • Speed adjust
  • Cooling System
    • Certified standard PGS provided
    • ATAAC - 3516E package radiators shipped installed
  • Exhaust System
    • Flanged faced outlet(s)
    • Dry exhaust manifold
  • Fuel System
    • Secondary fuel filters
    • Secondary fuel filters
    • Flexible fuel lines - shipped loose
    • Fuel cooler; not included with packages without radiator
  • General
    • Right hand servicing
    • SAE standard rotation
    • Caterpillar yellow with high gloss black rails and radiator
    • Flywheel and flywheel housing - SAE No. 00
  • Generator and Attachments
    • Busbar connections, right side extension box, bottom cable entry
    • Anti-condensation space heater
    • High voltage:
    • NEMA standard hole pattern
    • Low voltage: Random wound - Internal excitation (IE) - Winding temperature detectors - NEMA Class H insulation system, Class H temperature rise at 40C ambient (125C prime/150C standby) - Busbar connections, top center mounted, top cable entry - NEMA standard hole pattern
    • 6 Lead
    • Form wound
    • Permanent magnet excitation (PMG)
    • Form wound
    • Permanent magnet excitation (PMG)
    • Winding temperature detectors
    • Class H insulation, Class F temperature rise at 40C ambient (105C prime / 130C standby)
    • Medium voltage:
    • NEMA Class H insulation system, Class H temperature rise at 40C ambient (125C prime/150C standby)
    • Winding temperature detectors
    • 3 Phase brushless, Salient pole
  • Governing System
    • ADEM A3
  • Literature
    • English
  • Lubrication System
    • Integral lube oil cool
    • Oil drain lines and valve
    • Gear type lube oil pump
    • Oil filter, filler and dipstick
    • Lubricating oil
    • Fumes disposal
  • Mounting System
    • Anti-vibration mounts (shipped loose)
    • Rails - Engine/generator/radiator mounting
    • Rubber anti-vibration mounts - shipped loose
  • Starting System
    • Battery disconnect switch
    • 24 Volt electric starting motor
    • Battery and battery rack w/cables
    • 45 Amp Charging alternator

Optional Equipment

  • Control System
    • EMCP 4.3, EMCP 4.4
  • Air Inlet System
    • Dual element air cleaner
    • Single element filter
  • Cooling System
    • Coolant
    • Optional installed ATAAC radiators
    • Water level switch gauges
    • Standard ambient radiators
    • Optional installed radiators
    • Standard ambient ATAAC radiators
  • Crankcase System
    • No explosion relief valves
    • Explosion relief valves
    • Ventilation system
  • Exhaust System
    • Tier 4 clean emissions module
    • Flexible fittings
    • Tier 4 dosing cabinet
    • Mufflers
    • Tier 4 clean emission MOD Kits
    • Flange and exhaust expanders
    • Flanges
    • Elbows
    • Clean emission parts
    • Exhaust offset
    • Y Adapters
  • Fuel System
    • Fuel priming pumps (Tier 4) - Manual or electric
    • Primary fuel filter
  • General
    • Special paint (Colors other than Caterpillar yellow or high performance paints)
    • US aid emblem
  • Generators and Attachments
    • Low / Medium voltage: 380/400/415 volts, 3 phase 1500 rpm. RW, IE, No. of Leads = 6, Pitch = .6667: 1600 Frame
    • Differential current transformers (DCT)
    • Thermostat for space heater
    • Alternator air cleaner
    • Generator conversion
    • Space heater
    • Low / Medium voltage: 380/400/415 volts, 3 phase 1500 rpm. RW, PM, No. of Leads = 6, Pitch = .6667: 1600 and 1800 Frames
    • Differential current transformers (DCT) 8.7 kV and 15 kV classes
  • Instrumentation
    • Pyrometer and thermocouples
  • Lubrication System
    • Lube oil in standard sump
    • Oil level regulator
    • Prelube pumps
  • Mounting System
    • Puck style low efficiency isolators
    • Spring type vibration isolators
    • IBC vibration isolators
  • Power Connections
    • 2700 Frame, four lead, four terminal
    • Left side power connections
    • Low voltage Circuit breakers
    • Rear power connections
    • Ground cables between generator and terminal box
    • Neutral ground connections
    • Center post busbars
    • Right side power connections
  • Special Tests / Reports
    • PGS Test report @ 0.8 power factor
    • PGS Test report @ 1.0 power factor
    • Generator set fuel consumption test
    • OSHPD Certification
    • Canadian Standards Association certification
    • Generator test report
    • Fuel consumption test
    • Standard engine test charge
    • IBC Certification
    • Torsional vibration analysis reports
  • Starting and Charging
    • Engine barring device
    • Air pressure regulator
    • Starter cover
    • Jacket water heaters
    • 24 Volt battery set - Dry
    • Air starting motors
    • Electric starting motors
    • 10, 20, 35 and 50 Amp Battery chargers
  • Extended Service Coverage
    • Platinum, Gold and Silver coverage

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