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Gas Generator G3516A

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G3516A Gas Generator Set

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Cat G3516A Gas Engine
  • Robust high speed block design provides prolonged life and lower owning operationg costs
  • Designed for maximum performance on low pressure pipeline natural gas
  • Simple open chamber combustion system for reliability and fuel flexibility
  • Leading edge technology in ignition system and air/fuel ratio control for lower emission and engine efficiency
SR5 Generator
  • Designed to match performance and output characteristics of Caterpillar gas engines
  • Industry leading mechanical and electrical design
  • High efficiency
EMCP 4.3 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
Cat Electronic Control System
  • Simple user friendly interface and navigation
  • Digital monitoring, metering and protection setting
  • Fully-featured power metering and protective relaying
  • Remote control and monitor capability options
Emissions
  • Meets most worldwide emissions requirements down to 0.5 g/bhp-hr NOx level without aftertreatment
Proven System
  • Field proven in a wide range of applications worldwide
  • Fully prototype tested
  • Certified torsional vibration analysis available
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
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
Cat G3516A Gas Engine
  • Robust high speed block design provides prolonged life and lower owning operationg costs
  • Designed for maximum performance on low pressure pipeline natural gas
  • Simple open chamber combustion system for reliability and fuel flexibility
  • Leading edge technology in ignition system and air/fuel ratio control for lower emission and engine efficiency
  • One electronic control module handles all engine functions: ignition, governing, air/fuel ratio control and engine protection
SR5 Generator
  • Designed to match performance and output characteristics of Caterpillar gas engines
  • Industry leading mechanical and electrical design
  • High efficiency
EMCP 4.3 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
Cat Electronic Control System
  • Simple user friendly interface and navigation
  • Digital monitoring, metering and protection setting
  • Fully-featured power metering and protective relaying
  • Remote control and monitor capability options
Emissions
  • Meets most worldwide emissions requirements down to 0.5 g/bhp-hr NOx level without aftertreatment
Proven System
  • Field proven in a wide range of applications worldwide
  • Fully prototype tested
  • Certified torsional vibration analysis available
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
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
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Gas Generator Sets Specification

Maximum Electrical Efficiency
36.4%
Maximum Standby Rating
1000 kw

Engine Specification

Engine Model
G3516A

Generator Set Specifications

Maximum Continuous Rating
1085 ekW
Fuel Type
Natural Gas, Biogas, Coal Gas
Frequency
50 / 60 Hz
RPM
1200 / 1500 rpm
Maximum Electrical Efficiency
36.50%
Maximum Standby Rating
1000 kw

Engine Specifications

Bore
6.7in
Stroke
7.5in
Displacement
4210in³
Aspiration
TA
Engine Model
G3516A

Generator Set Dimensions

Length
193in
Width
68in
Height
76in
Dry Weight - Genset
27670lb

Standard/Optional Features

Standard Equipment:

  • Exhaust
    • Dry exhaust manifolds, insulated and shielded
  • Generator
    • Anti-condensation space heater
    • Permanent magnet excitation
    • SR4B
    • Caterpillar's Digital Voltage Regulator (CDVR) with 3-phase sensing and KVAR/PF control
  • Starting/charging
    • 24V starting motors
  • General
    • Crankshaft vibration damper and guard
    • Paint - Caterpillar Yellow except rails are gloss black
    • Operation and maintenance manuals
    • Parts book

Optional Equipment:

  • Air Inlet
    • Air inlet adapters
  • Cooling
    • Inlet/Outlet connections
  • Exhaust
    • Flexible fitting
    • Elbow
    • Flange
    • Muffler and spark-arresting muffler with companion flanges
    • Exhaust expander
  • Generator
    • Low voltage extension box
    • Generator air filter
    • European bus bar
    • Cable access box
  • Start/charging
    • Jacket water heater
    • Charging alternator
    • Battery with cable and rack (shipped loose)
    • Battery charger
    • Oversized battery
  • General
    • Engine barring group
    • EEC D.O.I and other certifications
    • Crankcase explosion relief valve

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