3516C Tier 4 Final

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3516C Tier 4 Final

Overview

The 3516C HD 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 engines are certified to the US EPA Tier 4 Final emissions levels. Backed by the worldwide network of Cat dealers ready to support your operation with technical support, service, parts, and warranty, Cat generator sets will provide the reliability and durability you expect.

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  • Rugged, durable design with reliable performance proven in thousands of applications worldwide
  • Certified alternative fuels including Hydrotreated Vegetable Oil (HVO), Renewable Diesel (RD) and Hydrotreated Renewable Diesel (HRD) which meet EN 15940 or ASTM D975 can be used or blended with EN 590 diesel

  • Accepts 100% block load in one step
  • Meets NFPA 110 loading requirements
  • Conforms to ISO 8528-5 G3 load acceptance requirements
  • Reliability verified through torsional vibration, fuel consumption, oil consumption, transient performance, and endurance testing

  • Superior motor starting capability minimizes need for oversizing generator
  • Designed to match performance and output characteristics of Cat diesel engines

  • Cooling systems are available to operate in ambient temperatures up to 50°C (122°F)
  • Tested to ensure proper generator set cooling

  • Diesel oxidation catalyst for particulate matter (PM) and hydrocarbon (HC) control
  • Selective catalytic reduction (SCR) for nitrogenoxides (NOx) control
  • Integrated electronics for monitoring, protection, and closed loop NOx control

  • User-friendly interface and navigation
  • Scalable system to meet a wide range of installation requirements
  • Expansion modules and site specific programming for specific customer requirements
  • Graphical touchscreen display
  • Easily upgradeable

  • 24 months/1000-hour warranty for Standby and Mission Critical ratings
  • 12 months/unlimited hour warranty for Prime and Continuous ratings
  • 12 months/unlimited hour warranty for Prime-DCP ratings
  • Extended service protection is available to provide extended coverage options

  • 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

  • Caterpillar offers an array of financial products to help you succeed through financial service excellence
  • Options include loans, finance lease, operating lease, working capital, and revolving line of credit
  • Contact your local Cat dealer for availability in your region
Standby Rating
2500/2000 ekW
Prime Power Rating
1825/2250 ekW
Emissions/Fuel Strategy
U.S. EPA Certified
Voltage
480 to 13800 Volts
Frequency
60 Hz
Speed
1800 rpm
Duty Cycle
Standby, Mission Critical, Prime
Maximum Rating
2500 ekW
Minimum Rating
1825 ekW
Engine Model
3516C HD, ATAAC, V-16, 4-Stroke Water-Cooled Diesel
Bore
6.69in
Stroke
8.46in
Displacement
78in
Compression Ratio
14.7:1
Aspiration
TA
Fuel System
Electronic unit injection
Governor Type
ADEM™A4
Length – Minimum
275.4in
Length – Maximum
285.5in
Width – Minimum
93.7in
Width – Maximum
101.2in
Height – Minimum
116.9in
Height – Maximum
118.7in
Dry Weight – Genset (minimum)
37200lb
Dry Weight – Genset (maximum)
40280lb
  • Air Cleaner
    • Single element with service indicator
  • Starting
    • Heavy duty electric starter(s)
  • Cooling
    • Standard Ambient Radiator
  • Mounting System
    • Rails
  • Controller
    • Cat ECS 100
  • Telematics
    • Ethernet
  • Alternator
    • Random wound
    • Internal Excitation (IE)
  • Power Termination
    • Busbar
  • Starting
    • Standard batteries
    • Oversized batteries
    • Battery charger – 10A
    • Battery charger – 20A
    • Battery charger – 40A
    • Air starter(s)
    • Jacket water heater
  • Cooling
    • High Ambient Radiator
  • Muffler
    • Critical grade (25 dB)
  • Mounting System
    • Rubber
    • Spring vibration Isolators
    • Seismic rated vibration isolators
  • Controller
    • Cat ECS 200
    • EMCP 4.4
  • Controller Attachments
    • Local annunciator module
    • Remote annuciator module
    • Expansion I/O module
    • Remote monitoring software
  • Telematics
    • Cellular
  • Extended Service Terms
    • 2 year (Prime)
    • 3 year
    • 5 year
    • 10 year
  • Extended Service Coverage
    • Silver
    • Gold
    • Platinum
    • Platinum plus
  • Alternator
    • Form wound
    • Permanent Magnet (PM) Excitation
  • Alternator Temperature Rise (over 40°c Ambient)
    • 80°C
    • 105°C
    • 125°C/130°C
    • 150°C
  • Alternator Output Voltage
    • 480V
    • 600V
    • 4160V
    • 6300V
    • 6600V
    • 6900V
    • 12470V
    • 13200V
    • 13800V
  • Alternator Attachments
    • Anti-condensation space heater
    • Stator and bearing temperature monitoring and protection
  • Power Termination
    • Circuit breaker
  • Circuit Breaker
    • 1600A
    • 2000A
    • 2500A
    • 3000A
    • 3200A
    • 4000A
    • 5000A
    • Electrically operated
  • Trip Unit
    • LSI
    • LSI-G
    • LSI-P
    • LSIG-P
  • Ancilliary Equipment
    • Automatic transfer switch (ATS)
    • Paralleling switchgear
    • Paralleling controls
  • Certifications
    • UL 2200
    • IBC seismic certification
    • HCAI/OSHPD OSP preapproved

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