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3608 Generator Set (Medium Speed)

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Overview

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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

Generator

Matched to the performance and output characteristics of Cat engines
Industry leading mechanical and electrical design
Industry leading motor starting capabilities
High Efficiency

World Wide Product Support

Cat dealers provide extensive post-sale support including maintenance and repair agreements.
Cat dealers have over 1,800 dealer branch stores operating in 200 countries. The Caterpillar S•O•S℠ program cost effectively detects internal engine component condition, even the presence of unwanted fluids and combustion by-products

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

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

Generator

Matched to the performance and output characteristics of Cat engines
Industry leading mechanical and electrical design
Industry leading motor starting capabilities
High Efficiency

World Wide Product Support

Cat dealers provide extensive post-sale support including maintenance and repair agreements.
Cat dealers have over 1,800 dealer branch stores operating in 200 countries. The Caterpillar S•O•S℠ program cost effectively detects internal engine component condition, even the presence of unwanted fluids and combustion by-products

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

Engine Specifications

Bore: 11in
Displacement: 1127in³
Stroke: 11.8in
Aspiration: TA
Fuel System: Direct unit injection
Engine Model: 3608 I-8,4-Stroke Water-Cooled Diesel
Total Displacement: 9064in³
Compression Ratio: 13:01
Governor Type: Generator Set Monitoring System (GMS)
Aspiration: TA
Fuel System: Direct unit injection
Bore: 11in
Displacement: 9064in³
Stroke: 11.8in
Fuel System: 9064in³

Generator Set Specifications

Minimum Rating: 1830 ekW
Maximum Rating: 2660 ekW
Frequency: 60 Hz
Speed: 720 & 900 rpm
Emissions/Fuel Strategy: Low Fuel Consumption
Duty Cycle: Standby, Prime, Continuous

Generator Set Dimensions

Length - Maximum: 404in
Width - Maximum: 99.62in
Height - Maximum: 156.6in
Dry Weight - Genset (maximum): 91050lb

Standard/Optional Features

Standard Equipment:

Air Inlet System
- Aftercooler, fresh water, corrosion resistant coated (air side)
- Air inlet shutoff
- Turbocharger, watercooled (720 rpm and HFO), engine oil lubricated
- Breather, crankcase, top-mounted
Cooling System
- Engine coolant water drains
- Water temperature regulator
- Jacket water thermostats
Exhaust System
- Includes adapter, Flexible exhaust fitting
- 457 mm (18 in) Cat bolt pattern
- Dry, gas tight, exhaust manifold
Fuel System
- Simplex or Duplex
Generator System
- Custom generator per generator data sheet completed by dealer
Governor System
- UG Actuator
Lube System
- Oil filler and dipstick
- Service side engine mounted on cylinder block inspection covers
- Wet oil sump. Includes engine-driven main lubrication & oil pumps, Oil Lines and Oil Pan
- Centrifugal oil filters with single shutoff
- Oil pressure regulating valve
- Crankcase explosion relief valves
Mounting System
- Engine and generator mounting
- Damper, torsional vibration
Starting / Charging System
- Air silencer
- One motor, engine mounted at rear, on left side
- Vane type air starter
- Line group for single point custom connection
General:
- Gear driven pumps: Fuel, Oil, Jacket water, Aftercooler / Oil cooler water
- Paint, Caterpillar yellow

Optional Equipment:

Air Inlet System
- Heavy duty air cleaner
- Air inlet adapter
- Boost control valve
- Air cleaner louver assembly
- Vertical support bracket
- Soot filter
Cooling System
- Auxiliary water pump
- Heating aids
- Cooling system aids
- Expansion tank
Exhaust System
- Weld flange and related hardware
- Flexible exhaust fittings
Fuel System
- Fuel priming pump
- Duplex primary fuel strainer
- Fuel system connections
Generator System
- Class F insulation
- Anti-condensation space heaters
- 3 Phase, six Leads, WYE
- Winding temperature detectors
- Busbar connections
Governor System
- Battery backup / Power supply
- 2301 A load share
- Electronic / actuators
- Digital programmers
- EGB actuator
- 723 Plus
Lube System
- Lube ANSI adapter (Emergency connection)
- Oil pan drain valve
Mounting System
- Spring type vibration isolator
- Non-vertically restrained
- Vertically restrained
- Isolator
Starting / Charging System
- Pressure reducing valve
- Compressed air flex hose
General:
- Custom paint colors

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Maximum Rating: 2660 ekW

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Maximum Rating: 8.8 ekW

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3608 Generator Set (Medium Speed)

Overview

Engine Specifications

Generator Set Specifications

Generator Set Dimensions

Standard/Optional Features

Standard Equipment:

Optional Equipment:

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