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3516 Diesel Generator Set

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3516 Diesel Generator Set

The 3516 generator set has been developed for a wide range of applications, from emergency standby installations such as healthcare and datacenters to continuously powering remote installations. The packages can ...
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Generator Set Specifications

Standby Rating
2000 kVA
Prime Power Rating
1825 kVA
Emissions/Fuel Strategy
Low Fuel Consumption
Voltage
380 to 415 Volts
Frequency
50 Hz
Speed
1500 rpm
Duty Cycle
Standby, Mission Critical, Prime, Continuous
Maximum Rating
2000 kVA
Minimum Rating
1600 kVA

Engine Specifications

Engine Model
3516 TA, V-16, 4-Stroke Water-Cooled Diesel
Bore
6.69in
Stroke
7.48in
Displacement
4210.64in³
Compression Ratio
13.0:1
Aspiration
TA
Fuel System
Mechanical unit injection
Governor Type
Woodward

Generator Set Dimensions

Length - Maximum
234.4in
Width - Maximum
90in
Height - Maximum
94.9in
Dry Weight - Genset (maximum)
33840lb

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 Incorporation
  • 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

World Wide 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:

Optional Equipment:

    Control System
    • Local annunciator module: [ ] NFPA 110 [ ] Custom
    • EMCP 4.3, EMCP 4.4
    Air Inlet System
    • Dual element air cleaner
    • Single element filter
    Cooling System
    • Water level switch gauges
    • Coolant
    • Standard ambient radiators
    • Standard ambient ATAAC radiators
    • Optional installed ATAAC radiators
    • Optional installed radiators
    Engine Options
    • Starting aids: [ ] 220V 50 Hz Jacket water heater
    • Air cleaner: [ ] Single element air cleaners [ ] Dual element air cleaners [ ] Heavy duty air cleaners
    • Batteries: [ ] Standard (1400 CCA) [ ] Heavy Duty (2800 CCA)
    • Starting motors: [ ] Standard [ ] Heavy duty
    • Muffler: [ ] Industrial Grade
    Crankcase System
    • Explosion relief valves
    • Ventilation system
    • No explosion relief valves
    Alternators
    • Temperature rise (over 40°C ambient): [ ] 150°C [ ] 125°C [ ] 105°C [ ] 80°C
    Exhaust System
    • Y Adapters
    • Exhaust offset
    • Tier 4 dosing cabinet
    • Flexible fittings
    • Elbows
    • Clean emission parts
    • Tier 4 clean emissions module
    • Flanges
    • Tier 4 clean emission MOD Kits
    • Mufflers
    • Flange and exhaust expanders
    Fuel System
    • Fuel priming pumps (Tier 4) - Manual or electric
    • Primary fuel filter
    General
    • UL 2200 package
    • US aid emblem
    • Special paint (Colors other than Caterpillar yellow or high performance paints)
    • Seismic Certification per applicable building codes: IBC 2000, IBC 2003, IBC 2006, IBC 2009, CBC 2007
    • The following options are based on regional and product configuration:
    Power Termination
    • Circuit breaker operation: [ ] Electrical
    • Circuit breaker trip unit: [ ] LSI [ ] LSIG [ ] LSIG-P
    • Power termination: [ ] Busbar [ ] Circuit breaker
    • Circuit breaker rating: [ ] 2000A [ ] 2500A [ ] 3200A [ ] 4000A
    Generators And Attachments
    • Low / Medium voltage: 380, 440, 480, 600 volts, 3 phase 1800 rpm. RW, IE, No. of Leads = 6, Pitch = .6667: 1600 Frame
    • Low / Medium voltage: 380, 416, 440, 480, 600, 2400, 4160 Volts, 3 Phase 1800 RPM, FW, PM, No. of Leads = 6, Pitch = .6667: 1600, 1800 Frame
    • Space heater
    • Differential current transformers (DCT)
    • Low / Medium voltage: 380/400/415 volts, 3 phase 1500 rpm. RW, PM, No. of Leads = 6, Pitch = .6667: 1600 and 1800 Frames
    • Generator conversion
    • Differential current transformers (DCT) 8.7 kV and 15 kV classes
    • Thermostat for space heater
    • Alternator air cleaner
    • High voltage: 12470, 13200, 13800 volts, 3 phase 1800 rpm,FW, PM, No. of Leads = 6, Pitch = .6667: 2700, 3000 Frame
    • High voltage: 6300, 6600, 6900 volts, 3 phase 1800 rpm, FW, PM, No. of Leads = 6, Pitch = .6667: 2700, 3000 Frame
    • Low / Medium voltage: 380/400/415 volts, 3 phase 1500 rpm. RW, IE, No. of Leads = 6, Pitch = .6667: 1600 Frame
    Extended Service Contract (esc)
    • Extended Service Contract (ESC): [ ] 2 Year [ ] 3 Year [ ] 5 Year
    Instrumentation
    • Pyrometer and thermocouples
    Lubrication System
    • Lube oil in standard sump
    • Prelube pumps
    • Oil level regulator
    Mounting System
    • Puck style low efficiency isolators
    • Spring type vibration isolators
    • IBC vibration isolators
    Power Connections
    • Right side power connections
    • Ground cables between generator and terminal box
    • 2700 Frame, four lead, four terminal
    • Neutral ground connections
    • Rear power connections
    • Low voltage Circuit breakers
    • Center post busbars
    • Left side power connections
    Special Tests / Reports
    • PGS Test report @ 0.8 power factor
    • PGS Test report @ 1.0 power factor
    • Canadian Standards Association certification
    • Standard engine test charge
    • IBC Certification
    • Generator set fuel consumption test
    • OSHPD Certification
    • Generator test report
    • Torsional vibration analysis reports
    • Fuel consumption test
    Starting And Charging
    • 10, 20, 35 and 50 Amp Battery chargers
    • 24 Volt battery set - Dry
    • Electric starting motors
    • Air starting motors
    • Starter cover
    • Engine barring device
    • Air pressure regulator
    • Jacket water heaters
    Extended Service Coverage
    • Platinum, Gold and Silver coverage