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M 32 C

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Overview

The M 32 C was introduced in 1994 in 6, 8 and 9 cylinder versions and is outstandingly suitable as a generator prime mover for electric power on ships. The robust design and moderate speed permits unlimited, continuous operation with heavy fuel oil. In-line engines – completed with generators – are mounted on a common base frame. The engine and electrics are tested prior to delivery. This ensures trouble-free installation and commissioning.

Generator Set Specifications

Units:
Minimum Rating 2762 kWe (3456 kVA) 2762 kWe (3456 kVA) Less
Maximum Rating 4316 kWe (5400 kVA) 4316 kWe (5400 kVA) Less
Emissions/Fuel Strategy EPA Tier 2 & IMO II EPA Tier 2 & IMO II Less

Engine Specifications

Configuration 6,8,9 Cylinder 6,8,9 Cylinder Less
Bore 12.6 in 320.0 mm Less
Stroke 18.9 in 480.0 mm Less
Swept Volume 2361.62 in³ 38.7 l/cyl Less

Generator Set Dimensions and Weights - Dependent on Generator Type

Weight 73.0 t - 98.0 t (160937 lbs - 216053 lbs) 73.0 t - 98.0 t (160937 lbs - 216053 lbs) Less
Width 2600 mm - 2639 mm ( 102.4 in - 103.9 in) 2600 mm - 2639 mm ( 102.4 in - 103.9 in) Less
Length 9302 mm - 11419 mm (366.2 in - 449.6 in) 9302 mm - 11419 mm (366.2 in - 449.6 in) Less
Height 4801 mm - 4869 mm (189.0 in - 191,7 in) 4801 mm - 4869 mm (189.0 in - 191,7 in) Less

M 32 C as a generator drive

The robust design and moderate speed permits unlimited, continuous operation with heavy fuel oil. Engine and electrics are tested prior to delivery.

Installation-friendly, due to pumps and filters installed on the engine

Nodular cast-iron engine block with integrated ducts for lubricating oil and charge air

Emission reduction technology

M 32 C Standard Equipment

Air Inlet System
  • Air intake silencer / filter

Control System
  • Load sharing unit (for multiple engine plant only)
  • Protection system
  • Serial link interface (MODbus / canbus)
  • Speed governor

Cooling System
  • Electric cooling water preheater
  • HT cooling water pump (engine driven)
  • 2-stage charge air cooler

Exhaust System
  • Exhaust gas expansion joint
  • Exhaust gas insulated manifolds
  • Turbocharger at counter-flywheel side

Fuel System
  • Fuel circulating pump (attached / for MDO/MGO only)
  • Fuel indicator filter
  • Fuel pressure valve (attached / for MDO/MGO only)

Instrumentation
  • Control push buttons and lamps
  • Emergency stop lever
  • Local control panel
  • Pressure and temperature indicator

Lube System
  • Engine with dry sump
  • Lube oil cooler (separate)
  • Lube oil pump (engine driven)
  • Lube oil self-cleaning filter
  • Oil sump in base frame
  • Pre-lubricating oil pump (electric driven / fitted on base frame)
  • Pressure regulating valve

Mounting System
  • Flexible pipe connections
  • High flexible coupling
  • Resilient mounting

Starting System
  • Electrical barring device
  • Starting air valve

General
  • Engine, flexible coupling and generator mounted on a common base frame
  • Flywheel cover
  • Lifting device (rental)
  • Torsional Vibration Calculation (TVC)

M 32 C Optional Equipment

Air Inlet System
  • Air inlet shut-off valve
  • Air intake transition piece
  • Expansion joint
  • Silencer / filter

Control System
  • Air injection control (for better load request)
  • Electronic speed governor
  • Engine alarm system
  • Remote indicators (start air pressure, engine speed, etc.)
  • Starter for electric driven pumps
  • 24 DC UPS

Cooling System
  • CW piping for generator cooling on base frame
  • CW piping for lube oil cooler on base frame
  • FW/SW plate cooler
  • HT cooling water pump (electric driven)
  • LT cooling water pump (electric driven)
  • Sea water cooling pump (electric driven)
  • Temperature control valve

Exhaust System
  • Silencer (with or without spark arrester)

Fuel System
  • Fuel oil cooler
  • HFO final preheater
  • HFO pressure regulating valve
  • HFO self-cleaning automatic filter
  • HFO supply and booster pumps (electrical driven)
  • HFO treatment and supply modules
  • HFO viscosity control device
  • Mixing tank

Lube System
  • Lube oil centrifuge
  • Lube oil cooler fitted on base frame
  • Lube oil pump (electrical driven)
  • Lube oil treatment and combined modules
  • Temperature control valve

Mounting System
  • Double resilient mounting (engine and base frame)
  • Engine resiliently mounted on base frame, base frame mounted rigidly
  • Flexible pipe connections

Starting System
  • Starting air compressor
  • Starting air receiver

General
  • Engine PTO coupling
  • Generator customer supply
  • PTO shaft on counter-flywheel side