3606 (60 Hz)
Specifications
Overview
Caterpillar is leading the power generation marketplace with Power Solutions engineered to deliver unmatched flexibility, expandability, reliability, and cost-effectiveness.
Generator Set Configurations
| Emissions/Fuel Strategy | Low Fuel Consumption Low Fuel Consumption | More |
Engine Specifications
| Engine Model | 3606 I-6,4-Stroke Water-Cooled Diesel 3606 I-6,4-Stroke Water-Cooled Diesel | More |
| Compression Ratio | 13:1 13:1 | More |
| Aspiration | TA TA | More |
| Governor Type | Generator Set Monitoring System (GMS) Generator Set Monitoring System (GMS) | More |
| Fuel System | Direct unit injection Direct unit injection | More |
| Bore | 11.0 in 280.0 mm | More |
| Displacement | 1127.0 in³ 18.5 l | More |
| Stroke | 11.8 in 300.0 mm | More |
| Total Displacement | 6762.0 in³ 111.0 l | More |
Benefits & Features
Cat Diesel Engine
Generator
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 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
Equipment
3606 (60 Hz) Standard Equipment
Air Inlet System
- Aftercooler, fresh water, corrosion resistant coated (air side)
- Air inlet shutoff
- Breather, crankcase, top-mounted
- Turbocharger, watercooled (720 rpm and HFO), engine oil lubricated
Cooling System
- Engine coolant water drains
- Water temperature regulator
- Jacket water thermostats
Exhaust System
- 457 mm (18 in) Cat bolt pattern
- Dry, gas tight, exhaust manifold
- Includes adapter, Flexible exhaust fitting
Fuel System
- Simplex or Duplex
Generator System
- Custom generator per generator data sheet completed by dealer
Governor System
- UG actuator
Lube System
- Centrifugal oil filters with single shutoff
- Service side engine mounted on cylinder block inspection covers
- Wet oil sump. Includes engine-driven main lubrication & oil pumps, Oil Lines and Oil Pan
- Oil filler and dipstick
- Oil pressure regulating valve
- Crankcase explosion relief valves
Mounting System
- Damper, torsional vibration
- Engine and generator mounting
Starting / Charging System
- Vane type air starter
- One motor, engine mounted at rear, on left side
- Air silencer
- Line group for single point custom connection
General:
- Paint, Caterpillar yellow
- Gear driven pumps: Fuel / Oil / Jacket water / Aftercooler / Oil cooler water
3606 (60 Hz) Optional Equipment
Air Inlet System
- Air cleaner
- Soot filter
- Air cleaner louver assembly
- Vertical support bracket
- Heavy duty air cleaner
- Air inlet adapter
- Boost control valve
Cooling System
- Heating aids
- Cooling system aids
- Auxiliary water pump
- Expansion tank
Exhaust System
- Flexible exhaust fittings
- Weld flange and related hardware
Fuel System
- Fuel priming pump
- Duplex primary fuel strainer
- Fuel system connections
Generator System
- 3 Phase, six Leads, WYE
- Class F insulation
- Busbar connections
- Winding temperature detectors
- Anti-condensation space heaters
Governor System
- Electronic / actuators
- Digital programmers
- Battery backup / Power supply
- 2301 A load share
- 723 Plus
- EGB actuator
Lube System
- Oil pan drain valve
- Lube ANSI adapter (Emergency connection)
Mounting System
- Isolator
- Spring type vibration isolator
- Vertically restrained
- Non-vertically restrained
Starting / Charging System
- Pressure reducing valve
- Compressed air flex hose
General:
- Custom paint colors