G3516 with FAST RESPONSE

G3516 1500 ekW

Overview

Caterpillar is leading the power generation marketplace with Fast Response generator sets engineered to deliver unmatched performance, reliability, and cost-effectiveness.

Specifications

Units: 
Gas Standby Rating 1500 ekW @ 0.8pf
Fuel Type Natural Gas, Hydrogen Blend (up to 5%)
Emissions/Fuel Strategy U.S. EPA Stationary Non-Emergency Certified
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Benefits & Features

CAT G3516 Gas Engine

SR5 Generator

Cat ECS 100 Control Panel

  August 27, 2024

Specifications

Units: 
Generator Set Specifications
Gas Standby Rating 1500 ekW @ 0.8pf
Fuel Type Natural Gas, Hydrogen Blend (up to 5%)
Emissions/Fuel Strategy U.S. EPA Stationary Non-Emergency Certified
RPM 1800 rpm
Frequency 60 Hz
Compression Ratio 11.5
Engine Specifications
Engine Model G3516
Displacement
Aspiration TA
Bore
Stroke
Generator Set Dimensions
Length
Width
Height
Weight

Benefits & Features

CAT G3516 Gas Engine

Cat G3516 Gas Engine

    • Robust high speed block design provides prolonged life and lower owning operationg costs
    • Designed for maximum performance on low pressure pipeline natural gas and hydrogen blends
    • Simple open chamber combustion system for reliability and fuel flexibility
    • Leading edge technology in ignition system and air/fuel ratio control for lower emission and engine efficiency
    • One electronic control module handles all engine functions: ignition, governing, air/fuel ratio control and engine protection

SR5 Generator

SR5 Generator

    • Designed to match performance and output characteristics of Caterpillar gas engines
    • Industry leading mechanical and electrical design
    • High efficiency

Cat ECS 100 Control Panel

Cat ECS 100 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 43°C (110°F)
    • Contact your Cat Dealer for specific ambient and altitude capabilities

Emissions

Emissions

    • EPA Certified for use in Emergency and Non-Emergency applications
    • Additional a NOx selectable genset is available to meets most worldwide emissions requirements down to 0.5 g/bhp-hr NOx level without aftertreatment

Proven System

Proven System

    • Field proven in a wide range of applications worldwide
    • Fully prototype tested
    • Certified torsional vibration analysis available

Full Range of Attachments

Full Range of Attachments

    • Wide range of bolt-on system expansion attachments
    • Factory designed and tested
    • Flexible packaging options for easy and cost effective installation

Worldwide Product Support

Worldwide Product Support

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

Standard Equipment

  • Air Inlet
    • Two-element single-stage air cleaner with enclosure and service indicator
  • Control Panel
    • Cat ECS 100
  • Cooling
    • Jacket water and SCAC engine-driven pumps
    • Jacket water and SCAC thermostats
  • Exhaust
    • Dry exhaust manifolds, insulated and shielded
    • Individual exhaust port and turbocharger outlet wired to integrated temperature sensing module (ITSM) with GCEM providing alarms and shutdowns
    • Cat-flanged face outlet on turbocharger
  • 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
    • Throttle plate, 24V DC actuator, controlled by GECM
    • Gas pressure regulator
    • 24V DC energized-to-run (ETR) gas shutoff valve
    • Engine-installed electronic control valve
  • General
    • Crankshaft vibration damper and guard
    • Paint- Caterpillar Yellow with high gloss black rails and radiator
    • RH Service
    • Operation and maintenance manuals
    • Parts book
  • Generator
    • Permanent Magnet Excitiation
    • Anti-condensation space heater
    • Winding temperature detectors
    • NEMA Class H insulation
    • Integrated voltage regulator (IVR)
    • SR5
  • Starting/Charging
    • Electric Starter
    • 24V starting motors
    • Jacket water heater
    • Battery with cables and rack (shipped loose)
  • Governing System
    • ADEM A4
  • Ignition System
    • Individual Cylinder Detonation Sensitive Timing (DST)
    • Electronic Ignition System (controlled by ADEM A4)

Optional Equipment

  • Air Inlet
    • Air cleaner with precleaner
  • Control Panel
    • Remote annunciator
    • Local alarm module
    • Remote PC monitoring
    • Engine failure relay
    • Local PC monitoring
    • EMCP 4.4
  • Circuit Breakers
    • S LSI, G LSIG, P LSIG-P, 4th Digit Type
    • 100% rated, 3-pole (UL/CSA/IEC) 5th Digit Rating
    • 3-pole (IEC 947-2 rated)
    • 2000A, 2500A, 3000A 3 Pole, UL-100% Rated Masterpact Circuit Breakers
    • 1600A, 2000A 3 Pole, UL-100% Rated R-Frame Circuit Breakers
    • Frame mounting
  • Cooling
    • Coolant level drain line with valves, fan with guard
    • Package mounted radiator
  • Exhaust
    • 305 mm (12 in.) muffler
    • 305 mm (12 in.) flange
    • 305mm (12 in) spark arresting muffler
    • 305 mm (12in.) elbow
    • 18, 25 dBA Attenuation
  • Fuel System
    • 3, 0-100 kPag, 4-20mA gas train pressure sensors
  • General
    • Digital diagnostic tool
  • Generator
    • European bus bars
    • Bearing temperature detectors
    • Low voltage extension box
    • Generator air filter
    • Cable access box
  • Starting/Charging
    • 45A, 24V charging alternator (requires engine driven pumps)
    • 20A, 24VDC battery charger
  • Grid Code Compliance
    • 60 Hz: USA

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