Marine Power Systems

C280

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A3 ECU - Advantages

CAN J1939 data link Waterproof connectors, Maintenance-free, Backup ECU for redundant governing

A3 ECU - Electronic Advantages

Load feedback, Programmable droop, Adjustable gain, Adjustable fuel/air ratio control, Histograms of engine operation, Cat Messenger display presents diagnostics and other engine parameters

A3 ECU - Data Advantages through J1939 Link

Engine speed, Boost pressure, Throttle position, Fuel consumption rate, Inlet manifold temperature, Diagnostic codes and events, Configuration, Desired engine speed, Battery voltage, Engine load, Lifetime totals — engine hours, fuel burned, idle fuel, idle hours, Trip totals — average fuel rate, idle fuel, idle hours, engine hours, fuel burned, trip reset

Customer Interface Panel

Interfaces with standard Cat® Marine Monitoring System (PLC in Price List) Provides visual indication of ECU functionality, Accepts 4 — 20 mA or PWM remote throttle speed input, Marine alarm and protection

Electronic Unit Injectors

“Drop-in” installation, No threaded fuel connections, High pressure inside injector only, Does not require double wall fuel lines or leak collection device, Injector synchronization not required

Overview

Cat C280 Marine Auxiliary Engines

Power Rating

Units:
Minimum Rating 2320.0 BHP 1730.0 bkW Less
Maximum Rating 7268.0 BHP 5420.0 bkW Less

Engine Specifications

Aspiration TA TA Less
Configuration In-Line 6, Vee 8, Vee 12, Vee 16, 4-Stroke-Cycle Diesel In-Line 6, Vee 8, Vee 12, Vee 16, 4-Stroke-Cycle Diesel Less
Bore 11.0 in 280.0 mm Less
Stroke 11.8 in 300.0 mm Less

Dimensions & Weights

Maximum Width 69.0 in 1741.0 mm Less
Minimum Height 108.0 in 2733.0 mm Less
Minimum Dry Weight 34496.0 lb 15680.0 kg Less
Maximum Height 140.0 in 3550.0 mm Less
Minimum Width 67.0 in 1704.0 mm Less
Minimum Length 145.0 in 3691.0 mm Less
Maximum Length 197.0 in 5007.0 mm Less
Maximum Dry Weight 62832.0 lb 28500.0 kg Less

C280 Standard Equipment

AIR INLET SYSTEM
  • R INLET SYSTEM Aftercooler, fresh water, corrosion resistant coated (air side) Air inlet shutoff Breather, crankcase, top-mounted Turbocharger, rear-mounted, engine oil lubricated
  • Air Cleaners

CONTROL SYSTEM
  • Single Caterpillar A-III Electronic Engine Control Modules with Electronic Unit Injector Fuel System Rigid Wiring Harness (10 amp 24volt power required to drive Electronic Engine Control Modules)
  • Load Sharing module
  • Direct Rack Module

COOLING SYSTEM
  • Jacket Water Heaters
  • Engine coolant water drains
  • Heat Recovery System
  • Heat Recovery Thermostats
  • Cooling System Connection Groups
  • De-Aerator

EXHAUST SYSTEM
  • Dry, gas tight, exhaust manifold
  • Outlet Expander
  • Flexible Exhaust Fittings
  • Weld Flange - Optional

FUEL SYSTEM
  • Distillate fuel (requires viscosity ranging from 1.4 cSt to 20 cSt at 38 degrees C) Fuel transfer pump (mounted on left hand side) Duplex fuel filters Electronically Controlled Unit Injectors
  • Fuel Priming Pump
  • Duplex Primary Fuel Strainer
  • Fuel System Connections

GENERAL
  • Paint, Caterpillar yellow Pumps, gear driven: fuel, oil, jacket water, aftercooler/oil cooler water

SVCE TOOLS/SHIP PROT/FACTORY SUPPORT
  • Service literature. Included standard with each engine are two (2) complete sets of service literature listed below: 1. Custom parts book CD (serial number specific) 2. Service manual, which includes: Operation & Maintenance, Specifications, Systems Operation, Testing and Adjusting, Disassembly and Assembly manual. Available in paper media and English language only. 3. Technical manual (parts/service information for special equipment). Available in paper media in English language only. NOTE: Custom parts book CD and service manual can be re-ordered through the normal Caterpillar literature ordering system. The technical manual can only be re-ordered through the Project Services at the Caterpillar Lafayette Engine Center facility.

C280 Optional Equipment

LUBE SYSTEM
  • Centrifugal oil filters with single shutoff. Service side engine mounted on cylinder block inspection covers. Includes installed oil lines and single shutoff valve. Filters centrifuge bypass oil from the main lubricating oil pump. Can be serviced with the engine running. Oil filler and dipstick Valve, oil pressure regulating Valves, crankcase explosion relief
  • Oil Pan Drain Valve
  • Prelubrication Connections
  • Lube Oil Heater

MOUNTING SYSTEM
  • Vibration Isolators

MARINE SOCIETY REQUIREMENTS
  • Spray shielding

PROTECTION SYSTEM
  • PLC Monitoring System Options
  • ECP Relay System Options
  • ECP Mechanical Gauge Instrument Panel
  • Turbocharger Speed Sensor
  • Cylinder Pressure Relief Valve
  • Oil Mist Detector
  • Protection System Components
  • Magnetic Pickup

SPARE PART KITS
  • Intake and Air System
  • Basic Engine
  • Cylinder Head
  • Fuel System
  • Cooling System
  • Instrumentation
  • Cylinder Valve Kits

ENGINE TESTING
  • Basic System Testing
  • Special Witness Test
  • Torsional Vibration Analysis

SERVICE TOOLS / SHIPPING PROTECTION / FACTORY SUPPORT
  • Commissioning
  • Service Tools
  • Factory Packaging
  • Shipping Protection-Shrink Wrap or Tarp
  • Shipping Protection-Export Boxing
  • AID Emblem
  • Storage Preservation