D500 GC (60 Hz) Generator Set

D500 GC (60 Hz) Generator Set

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Generator Set Specifications

Maximum Rating
500 ekW
Minimum Rating
500 ekW
Emissions/Fuel Strategy
EPA Stationary Emergency
Voltage
480 to 600 Volts
Frequency
60 Hz
Speed
1800 RPM
Duty Cycle
Standby

Engine Specifications

Engine Model
Cat® C15 In-line 6, 4-cycle diesel
Bore
5.4in
Stroke
6.8in
Displacement
928in³
Compression Ratio
16.1:1
Aspiration
Turbocharged Air-to-Air Aftercooled
Fuel System
MEUI
Governor Type
ADEM™A4

Generator Set Dimensions

Length - Maximum
189.6in
Width - Maximum
64.2in
Height - Minimum
2034in
Height - Maximum
101.7in
Dry Weight - Genset (minimum)
8280.6lb
Dry Weight - Genset (maximum)
10346.3lb

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

M-Frame 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

GCCP 1.2 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 to104°F (40°C)
  • Contact your Cat Dealer for specific ambient and altitude capabilities

Certifications

  • UL 2200 Listed
  • ULC Certification Available

One Safe Source

  • Components used in the generator set are selected based on seamless design integration to provide the optimum 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:

Optional Equipment:

    Air Inlet System
    • Air cleaner (Non canister disposable)
    Bases, Mounting & Fuel Tanks
    • Audio & visual fuel alarm (@90% fuel level)
    • Wide Base - Skid
    • 5 Gallon Spill Containment
    • Fuel tank pill pipe & lockable cap
    • Overfill prevention valve
    • Integral tank base, 24 hours, UL142
    Exhaust
    • Industrial, residential, critical mufflers
    Circuit Breaker
    • Auxiliary contacts
    • 600A LSI
    • 600A LS/I
    • 1200A LSI
    • 1200A LS/I
    • 400A LSI
    • 800A LSI
    • 800A LS/I
    • 400A LS/I
    Control System
    • Twist release, Red button emergency stop
    • Ground fault relay
    • 20A GFCI (Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter)
    • Volt free contacts
    • Product link remote monitoring hardware
    • Audible alarm Gp
    • 16 -light NFPA 99/110 Annunciator
    • 100A Load center
    Enclosures
    • E-Stop
    • AC & DC Source lights
    • Sound attenuated Level 2 enclosure (White)
    Exhaust System
    • Manifold and turbocharger guards
    • 8" Muffler - 25 dBA attenuation
    • Flexible exhaust connection
    Generator
    • Anti-condensation heater
    • Oversize and premium generators
    • Excitation: [ ] Permanent magnet excitation (PMG) Excited (PM) [ ] Internally Excited (IE)
    • Permanent magnet excitation (PMG) generator
    • Space heater
    Starting System
    • Jacket water heater
    • Battery charger (UL Certified)
    • Oversize battery set, 1400 CCA, 200 amp/hr
    • Standard battery set: 1000 CCA, 90 amp/hr.
    Power Termination
    • Circuit breakers, UL listed
    • Circuit breakers, IEC compliant
    General
    • CSA Certification
    • Extended Service Coverage
    • Generator test report
    • UL2200 Certification
    • CSA Certification
    • UL 2200 package
    Lube System
    • Manual sump pump
    Mounting System
    • Narrow skid base - replaces standard fuel tank base