3516C (50 Hz)Non-Current

3516C (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 2500 kVA
Maximum Rating 2750 kVA
Emissions/Fuel Strategy U.S. EPA Certified
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Benefits & Features

Cat Diesel Engine

Generator

EMCP Control Panel

  October 31, 2024

Specifications

Units: 
Generator Set Specifications
Minimum Rating 2500 kVA
Maximum Rating 2750 kVA
Emissions/Fuel Strategy U.S. EPA Certified
Voltage 220 to 13800 volts
Frequency 50 Hz
Speed 1500 rpm
Engine Specifications
Engine Model 3516C, ATAAC, V-16,4-Stroke Water-Cooled Diesel
Compression Ratio 14.7:1
Aspiration TA
Governor Type Adem™3
Fuel System Electronic unit injection
Stroke - HD
Bore

Benefits & Features

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

Design Criteria

Design Criteria

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

UL 2200 / CSA - Optional

UL 2200 / CSA - Optional

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

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.

Standard Equipment

  • Air Inlet
    • Air cleaner
  • Cooling
    • Package mounted radiator
  • Exhaust
    • Exhaust flange outlet
  • Fuel
    • Secondary fuel filters
    • Primary fuel filter with integral water separator
    • Fuel priming pump
  • Generator
    • IP23 Protection
    • Matched to the performance and output characteristics of Cat engines
  • Power Termination
    • Busbar
  • Control Panel
    • EMCP 4 Genset controller
  • General
    • Paint - Caterpillar yellow except rails and radiators gloss black

Optional Equipment

  • Exhaust
    • Exhaust mufflers <!--(except Tier 4)-->
  • Generator
    • Excitation: [ ] Permanent magnet excitation (PMG) Excited (PM) [ ] Internally Excited (IE)
    • Anti-condensation heater
    • Oversize and premium generators
  • Power Termination
    • Circuit breakers, UL listed
    • Circuit breakers, IEC compliant
  • Control Panels
    • Digital I/O module
    • Remote monitoring software
    • EMCP (4.2) (4.3) (4.4)
    • Load share module
    • Generator temperature monitoring & protection
  • Mounting
    • Spring type vibration isolators
    • IBC isolators
    • Rubber anti-vibration mounts
  • Starting/Charging
    • Oversize batteries
    • Jacket water heater
    • Air starting motor with control and silencer
    • Heavy duty starting system
    • Charging alternator
    • Battery chargers
  • General
    • UL 2200 package
    • Enclosures: Sound attenuated, weather protective
    • EU Certificate of Conformance (CE)
    • Automatic transfer switches (ATS)
    • CSA Certification
    • EEC Declaration of Conformity
    • Integral & sub-base fuel tanks
    • Seismic Certification per applicable building codes: IBC 2000, IBC 2003, IBC 2006, IBC 2009, CBC 2007
    • Integral & sub-base UL listed dual wall fuel tanks
    • The following options are based on regional and product configuration:

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