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C13 Generator Set

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Overview

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

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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

A-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 1.3 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 55°C (131°F)
Contact your Cat Dealer for specific ambient and altitude capabilities

Certifications

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

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

Engine Specifications

Bore: 5.12in
Displacement: 762.80in³
Stroke: 6.18in
Aspiration: Air to Air Aftercooled
Fuel System: MEUI
Engine Model: C13 ATAAC, I-6, 4-Stroke Water-Cooled Diesel
Compression Ratio: 16.3:1
Governor Type: Adem™A4
Aspiration: Air to Air Aftercooled
Fuel System: MEUI
Bore: 5.12in
Displacement: 762.8in³
Stroke: 6.18in
Fuel System: 6.18in

Generator Set Specifications

Minimum Rating: 350 kVA
Maximum Rating: 450 kVA
Voltage: 380 to 415 Volts
Frequency: 50 Hz
Speed: 1500 rpm
Emissions/Fuel Strategy: Low Fuel, R96/EUIIIa
Duty Cycle: Standby, Prime

Generator Set Dimensions

Length - Maximum: 186.7in
Height - Maximum: 84in
Width - Maximum: 79.3in

Standard/Optional Features

Standard Equipment:

Air Inlet System
- Turbocharger
- Aftercooler core
- Air cleaner; light duty with disposable paper filter
Control Panel
- GCCP 1.3
Cooling System
- Radiator and cooling fan with guard
- Caterpillar extended life coolant
- Fan drive, battery charging alternator drive
- Coolant drain line with valve
Exhaust System
- Stainless steel exhaust flex, gaskets, raincap & SAE exhaust flange for customer use - shipped loose
Fuel System
- Base, formed steel with single wall integral 8-hour fuel tank
- Standard open set fuel tank/base supplied
Generator And Attachments
- Power center, IP22
- Segregated low voltage (AC/DC) wiring panel
- Optional LC Frame generator - IP23 Protection
- Integrated voltage regulator (IVR)
- Mandatory option circuit breaker, IEC, 3 pole, mounted in power centre
- A Frame generator - IP21 Protection
Packaged Generator Set
- Coolant drain line with valve
- Disposable air filter
- Coolant level sight gauge
- Low coolant level sensor
- Radiator package mounted
- Service indicator
Governing System
- Cat electronic governor (ADEM A4)
Lube System
- Oil drain valves
- Lubricating oil
- Oil cooler
Mounting System
- Captive linear vibration isolators between base and engine-generator
- Includes lifting provisions and termination points for coolant and lube oil drain lines
Starting / Charging System
- 24V battery with rack and cables
General
- Engine and alternator pre-paint, Caterpillar yellow

Optional Equipment:

European Certificates
- Global Certification for CIS
- EU Certificate of Conformance (CE)
Air Inlet System
- Dual element air cleaner
- Single element air cleaner
Circuit Breakers
- Power terminal strip
- 3 Pole (IEC-100% rated) Circuit breakers - Motorised
- Circuit breaker (IEC) Auxiliary contacts
- 4 Pole (IEC-100% rated) Circuit breaker - Motorised
- Padlockable circuit breaker device
- Shunt trip for IEC circuit breaker
- 3 Pole (IEC-100% rated) Circuit breaker
- 4 Pole (IEC-100% rated) Circuit breaker
Control Panels
- GCCP 1.4
- Volt free contacts
- Control panel protective devices: Earth fault relay ; Earth leakage ground fault ; Overload shutdown via breaker ; Low fuel level alarm ; Low fuel level shutdown ; High fuel level alarm ; Fuel level sensor
- Local alarm modules: Local annunciator
- Remote annunciator module
Cooling System
- Stone guards
- Radiator duct flange
- Low coolant temperature alarm
Enclosures
- High ambient sound attenuated enclosures
- Sound attenuated enclosures
Exhaust System
- 10, 25 and 35 dBA attenuation
- Mufflers - End in/end out
- 6 and 8 inch flange GP
- 6 and 8 inch elbow kit
- Flexible 8 inch exhaust fittings
Fuel System
- Manual fuel transfer pump
- Integral dual wall fuel tank base
- Fuel transfer system controls
Generator And Attachments
- A Frame oversize generator
- Permanent magnet excitation (PMG) generator
- Ingress protection
- A Frame CIP generator
- LC frame generator
- LC CIP generator
- Space heaters
Lube System
- Manual sump pump
Mounting System
- Narrow skid base
Starting / Charging System
- Battery disconnect switch
- 5 Amp single Battery charger
- Jacket water heater

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Engine Model: C13 ATAAC, I-6, 4-Stroke Water-Cooled Diesel
Voltage: 380 to 415 Volts
Maximum Rating: 450 kVA

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C13 Generator Set