3516C (50 Hz) with Upgradeable Package

3516C (50 Hz) Upgradeable Package

Overview

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

Specifications

Units: 
Standby Rating 2750 kVA
Prime Power Rating 2500 kVA
Emissions/Fuel Strategy Low Fuel Consumption
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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

SR5 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

  September 13, 2024

Specifications

Units: 
Generator Set Specifications
Standby Rating 2750 kVA
Prime Power Rating 2500 kVA
Emissions/Fuel Strategy Low Fuel Consumption
Voltage 380 to 11000 volts
Frequency 50 Hz
Speed 1500 rpm
Duty Cycle Standby, Mission Critical, Prime
Maximum Rating 2750 kVA
Minimum Rating 2500 kVA
Engine Specifications
Engine Model 3516C, ATAAC, V-16,4-Stroke Water-Cooled Diesel
Bore
Stroke
Displacement
Compression Ratio 14:01
Aspiration TA
Fuel System Electronic unit injection
Governor Type Adem™3
Generator Set Dimensions
Length - Maximum
Width - Maximum
Height - Maximum
Dry Weight - Genset (maximum)

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

SR5 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

EMCP 4 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 50°C (122°F)
    • Contact your Cat Dealer for specific ambient and altitude capabilities

Certifications

    • EU Declaration of Conformity
    • EU Declaration of Conformity
    • Eurasian Conformity (EAC)
    • Telecommunication Lab of China

One Safe Source

    • Components used in the generator set are selected at the design stage to provide optimum package 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

Worldwide 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

Standard Equipment

  • Air Inlet System
    • Air cleaner
    • Single element canister type with service indicator
  • Control Panel
    • RPM
    • Engine cycle crank
    • Failure to start (overcrank)
    • Warning/shutdown with common LED indication of shutdowns for:
    • Speed adjust
    • True RMS AC metering, 3-phase, +/-2% accuracy
    • Accessory module data link
    • Overcurrent (50/51)
    • DC volts
    • Controls:
    • Generator phase sequence
    • Low oil pressure
    • 2 Programmable digital outputs
    • Reverse power (kW) (32)
    • Low coolant level
    • Operating hours
    • Frequency (Hz)
    • kVAr-hr (total)
    • kVA (per phase, average & percent)
    • Lamp test
    • Over/under frequency (81 o/u)
    • 6 programmable digital inputs
    • 2 Programmable relay outputs (Form C)
    • 24 Volt DC operation
    • Customer data link (Modbus RTU)
    • EMCP 4 Genset controller
    • Volts (L-L & L-N)
    • High coolant temperature
    • Alarm acknowledge
    • Oil pressure (psi, kPa or bar)
    • 4 Programmable relay outputs (Form A)
    • Overspeed
    • EMCP4.2B controller includes:
    • Engine cool-down timer
    • Panel lights
    • kW (per phase, average & percent)
    • Low coolant temperature
    • Over/under voltage (27/59)
    • Serial annunciator module data link
    • Generator mounted - rear facing
    • Communications:
    • kVAr (per phase, average & percent)
    • Digital indication for:
    • Text alarm/event descriptions
    • EMCP 4.2B
    • Coolant temperature
    • Emergency stop pushbutton
    • Programmable protective relaying functions:
    • kW-hr (total)
    • Reverse reactive power (kVAr) (32RV)
    • Amps (per phase & average)
    • Environmental sealed front face
    • Power factor (per phase & average)
  • Exhaust
    • Exhaust flange outlet
  • Fuel
    • Primary fuel filter with integral water separator
  • Generator
    • IP23 Protection
    • Matched to the performance and output characteristics of Cat engines
  • Power Termination
    • Busbar
  • Starting/Charging
    • Heavy duty starting system
    • Charging alternator
  • Cooling System
    • Fan and belt guards
    • Coolant drain line with valve
    • JWAC
    • Caterpillar extended life coolant
    • Coolant level sensors
    • Radiator fan and fan drive
  • Cooling
    • Package mounted radiator
  • Exhaust System
    • Flanged faced outlet(s)
    • Dry exhaust manifold
  • Fuel System
    • Flexible fuel lines - shipped loose
    • Fuel priming pump
    • Fuel cooler; not included with packages without radiator
    • Secondary fuel filters
  • Generators and Attachments
    • NEMA Class H insulation system, Class H temperature rise at 40C ambient (125C prime / 150C standby).
    • Busbar connections, top center mounted, top cable entry
    • Random wound
    • 6 Lead
    • Winding temperature detectors
    • IEC standard hole pattern
    • Internal excitation (IE)
    • 3 phase brushless, Salient pole
    • Generator set packages include Caterpillar's digital voltage regulator (CDVR). CDVR includes reactive droop capability, 3-phase voltage sensing, KVAR/PF modes, RFI suppression, min/max exciter
  • Governing System
    • ADEM III
  • Literature
    • Parts book
    • Operation & Maintenance Manual
  • Lube System
    • Gear type lube oil pump
    • Integral lube Oil cooler
    • Fumes disposal
    • Lubricating oil
    • Oil filter, filler and dipstick
    • Oil drain lines and valve
  • Mounting System
    • Rails - Engine/generator/radiator mounting
    • Rubber anti-vibration mounts - shipped loose
  • Starting / Charging System
    • 24 Volt electric starting motor
    • Battery and battery rack w/cables
    • Battery disconnect switch
  • General
    • Right hand servicing
    • Flywheel and flywheel housing-SAE No. 00
    • Paint - Caterpillar yellow with high gloss black rails & radiator
    • SAE standard rotation

Optional Equipment

  • Air Inlet System
    • Remote air inlet adapters
    • Dual element air cleaners
    • Air inlet protection
    • Heavy duty air cleaners
  • Circuit breakers
    • Cable entry options
    • Control packaging for enclosures
    • Trip units
    • Load take off; IEC standard hole
    • Busbar power connections
    • Center posts busbars
    • EMAX breakers
  • Power Termination
    • Circuit breakers, IEC compliant
  • Control Panels
    • Annunciator modules
    • Generator temperature monitoring
    • Auxiliary box
    • Remote speed adjust
    • Busbar connections
    • Vandal proof panel door
    • Voltage raise/lower switch
    • EMCP 4.3, EMCP 4.4
    • Local and remote monitoring
    • Language options
    • Customer interface options
    • External box clips
    • EMAX breaker connections
    • Governors
  • Cooling System
    • Heat exchangers
    • Water level switch gauges
    • Radiator duct flanges
    • Optional Serpentine radiators
  • European Certifications
    • EU Declaration of Conformity
  • Exhaust System
    • Through wall installation kit
    • Muffler mounting kits
    • Mufflers
    • Flexible fittings
  • Fuel System
    • Fuel coolers
    • Primary fuel filter
  • Generators and attachments
    • Generators
    • 3 Phase, Random wound, Internal excitation (IE)
    • Internal excitation (IE)
    • 3 Phase, 380 / 400 / 415 / 3300 / 6600 / 10000 / 10500 / 11000 volt<br />
    • Number of leads: 6
    • Pitch: 0.6667
  • Instrumentation
    • Pyrometers and thermocouples
    • Thermocouples
  • Lube System
    • Oil level regulator
    • Electric prelube pumps
    • Manual prelube sump pumps
  • Mounting System
    • IBC vibration isolators
    • Spring type vibration isolators
  • Protection System
    • Explosion relief valves
  • Special Tests / Reports
    • IBC seismic Certification
    • CSA test and certification
    • PGS Test report @ 1.0 power factor
    • Neutral ground certificate
    • PGS Test report @ 0.8 power factor
  • Starting / Charging System
    • 10 and 20 Amp Battery chargers
    • Charging alternators - 50 Amp
    • Dual 24 volt electric starting motors
    • ETHER starting aids
    • 24 Volt battery set - Dry
    • Jacket water heaters
  • General
    • Engine barring group

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