DG500 (3-Phase)

DG500, CG18, 60Hz

Overview

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

Specifications

Units: 
Frequency 60 Hz
Natural Gas Rating 500 ekW
Emissions/Fuel Strategy U.S. EPA Certified for Stationary Emergency and Non-Emergency Application
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Benefits & Features

Emissions Strategy

    • Certified EPA Stationary Emergency
    • Complies with emission standards required for local permits

Cat CG18 Engine

    • Robust high speed block design provides prolonged life and lower owning operationg costs
    • Designed for maximum performance on low pressure pipeline natural gas
    • 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

Generator

    • Class H Insulation. Highest classification ensures alternator durability
      • Matched to the performance and output characteristics of Cat gas engines
      • Industry leading mechanical and electrical design
      • Industry leading motor starting capabilities
      • High Efficiency

  February 29, 2024

Specifications

Units: 
Generator Set Specifications
Frequency 60 Hz
Natural Gas Rating 500 ekW
Emissions/Fuel Strategy U.S. EPA Certified for Stationary Emergency and Non-Emergency Application
RPM 1800
Fuel Type Natural Gas
Voltage 208 - 600 VAC
Engine Specifications
Engine Model Cat® CG18 In-line 6, 4-cycle Natural Gas
Fuel System Gas mixer, Venturi
Aspiration Turbocharged - Air-to-Air Aftercooled
Governor Type Electronic
Displacement
Compression Ratio 10.5:1
Bore
Stroke
Generator Set Dimensions
Length
Width
Height
Weight

Benefits & Features

Emissions Strategy

    • Certified EPA Stationary Emergency
    • Complies with emission standards required for local permits

Cat CG18 Engine

    • Robust high speed block design provides prolonged life and lower owning operationg costs
    • Designed for maximum performance on low pressure pipeline natural gas
    • 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

Generator

    • Class H Insulation. Highest classification ensures alternator durability
      • Matched to the performance and output characteristics of Cat gas engines
      • Industry leading mechanical and electrical design
      • Industry leading motor starting capabilities
      • High Efficiency

EMCP 4.2B 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

Full range of attachments

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

Footprint

    • Compact in-line design allows for improved packaging, resulting in the smallest genset footprint

Standard Equipment

  • Exhaust
    • Dry exhaust manifolds, insulated and shielded
  • Fuel System
    • Gas train with Zero Pressure regulator
    • ECU controlled shutdown solenoid
    • Airfuel Ratio Control, Venturi type Air-Gas mixer, throttle controlled valve
  • Controls
    • EMCP 4.2B
    • Integrated Voltage Regulator (IVR)
  • Telematics
    • PL444 Product link 4G LTE Telematics
  • Generator
    • Anti-condensation space heater
    • SR5
  • Governing
    • Electronic Governing
  • Starting/Charging
    • 24V starting motors
  • General
    • Paint - Caterpillar Yellow except rails are gloss black
    • Operation and maintenance manuals
    • Parts book

Optional Equipment

  • Air Inler
    • Air inlet adapters
  • Cooling
    • Inlet/Outlet connections
  • Exhaust
    • Flexible fitting
    • Elbow, Flange
    • Muffler and spark-arresting muffler with companion flanges
    • Exhaust expander
  • Telematics
    • PLG 601 & 641 Product link Telematics
  • Generator
    • Permanent Mangnet Excitation
    • Low voltage extension box
    • Generator air filter
    • European bus bar
    • Cable access box
  • Enclocures
    • Sound Attenuated and Weather Protective
  • Starting/Charging
    • Jacket water heater
    • Space Heaters
    • Charging alternator
    • Battery with cable and rack (shipped loose)
    • Battery charger
    • Oversized battery
  • General
    • Engine barring group
    • EEC D.O.I and other certifications
    • Crankcase explosion relief valve

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