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3516B (50 Hz) India Market Only

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Overview

Producing reliable power from 1750 kVA to 2500 kVA at 50 Hz, our 3516B diesel generator sets are made to match your mission critical, continuous, standby and prime applications. Each meets ISO 8528-5 transient response requirements and accepts 100 percent rated load in one step. Depending on the model, our 3516B generator sets are designed for either low fuel consumption or low emissions — it's how we're helping you power responsibly. Ensure you have a non-stop power supply with our integrated control system, including ATS and switchgear, and know your fleet status with its on-site and remote monitoring options. Our EMCP 4.2 control panel, with a user-friendly interface, combines all your management and diagnostic tools. Equip your generator sets with what they need to operate to your standards with our broad range of accessories and bolt-on system expansion attachments. Find flexible packaging options to work with your environmental conditions. Our 3516B generator sets were designed to take on power challenges — like yours.

Generator Set Configurations

Units:
Emissions/Fuel Strategy Low Fuel Consumption Low Fuel Consumption Less

Engine Specifications

Engine Model 3516B TA, V-16, 4-Stroke Water-Cooled Diesel 3516B TA, V-16, 4-Stroke Water-Cooled Diesel Less
Displacement 69 L (4210.64 in³) 69 L (4210.64 in³) Less
Compression Ratio 14.0:1 14.0:1 Less
Aspiration TA TA Less
Governor Type Adem™3 Adem™3 Less
Fuel System Electronic unit injection Electronic unit injection Less
Bore 6.69 in 170.0 mm Less
Stroke 7.48 in 190.0 mm Less

Generator Set Specifications

Minimum Rating 2000 kVA 2000 kVA Less
Maximum Rating 2000 kVA 2000 kVA Less
Voltage Voltage - Low (415 Volts), Medium and High Voltage Voltage - Low (415 Volts), Medium and High Voltage Less
Frequency 50 Hz 50 Hz Less
Speed 1500 RPM 1500 RPM Less
Height - Maximum 94.9 in 2410.0 mm Less
Length - Maximum 234.4 in 5953.0 mm Less
Width - Maximum 234.4 in 5953.0 mm Less

3516B (50 Hz) India Market Only Standard Equipment

Cooling
  • Radiator or heat exchanger

Control Panel
  • EMCP 4.2
     

Design Criteria

The generator set meets transient response and block loading steps as per ISO 8528-5.

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

    • Cat EMCP Control Panel

    The EMCP controller features the reliability and durability you have come to expect from your Cat equipment. EMCP4 is a scalable control platform designed to ensure reliable generator set operation, providing extensive information about power output and engine operation. EMCP4 systems can be further customized to meet your needs through programming and expansion modules.

    Single-Source Supplier

    Fully prototype tested with certified torsional vibration analysis available

    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