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3512B (60 Hz) with Upgradeable Package

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Overview

The 3512B diesel generator sets have been developed to meet your mission critical, continuous, standby and prime applications. Producing reliable power from 1230 to 1500 ekW at 60 Hz, each generator set is designed to meet ISO 8528-5 transient response requirements and accept 100 percent rated load in one step. Our 3512B generator sets are designed for either low fuel consumption or low emissions and with our integrated control system, including ATS and switchgear keeps power supply consistent and keeps you connected to your fleet with on-site and remote monitoring options. Get management and diagnostics tools in one, with our EMCP 4 control panel options, all designed with a user-friendly interface. It's not just quality that matters but customization, choose from a broad range of accessories and bolt-on system expansion attachments. Discover our upgradeable packaging options to work with your spatial restrictions and environmental conditions. Our 3512B generator sets are developed for such prerequisites, so that you can meet your specific power needs. For added safety select from one of the UL 2200 and CSA certified package options.

Generator Set Specifications

Units:
Minimum Rating 1230 eKW 1230 eKW Less
Maximum Rating 1500 eKW 1500 eKW Less
Emissions/Fuel Strategy Low Fuel Consumption, Low Emissions Low Fuel Consumption, Low Emissions Less
Voltage 380 to 480 Volts 380 to 480 Volts Less
Frequency 60 Hz 60 Hz Less
Speed 1800 rpm 1800 rpm Less
Duty Cycle Standby, Mission Critical, Prime, Continuous Standby, Mission Critical, Prime, Continuous Less

Engine Specifications

Engine Model 3512B TA, V-12, 4-Stroke Water-Cooled Diesel 3512B TA, V-12, 4-Stroke Water-Cooled Diesel Less
Bore 6.69 in 170.0 mm Less
Stroke 7.48 in 190.0 mm Less
Displacement 51.8 in 3161.03 l Less
Compression Ratio 14.0:1 Std 15.5:1 HD 14.0:1 Std 15.5:1 HD Less
Aspiration TA TA Less
Fuel System Electronic Unit Injection Electronic Unit Injection Less
Governor Type ADEM™A3 ADEM™A3 Less

Generator Set Dimensions

Length - Maximum 207.8 in 5279.0 mm Less
Width - Maximum 90.0 in 2286.0 mm Less
Height - Maximum 94.9 in 2409.0 mm Less
Dry Weight - Genset (minimum) 24297.0 lb 11021.0 kg Less
Dry Weight - Genset (maximum) 24959.0 lb 11321.0 kg Less

Cat Generator Set Package

  • Cat generator set packages have been fully prototype tested
  • Accepts 100% block load in one step and meets other NFPA 110 loading requirements
  • Conform to ISO 8528-5 steady state and transient response requirements

    • 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

    • Alternator

    SR5

  • Superior motor starting capability minimizes need for oversizing alternator
  • Designed to match performance and output characteristics of Cat diesel engines
  • Robust Class H insulation

    • EMCP 4 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

    • Cooling System

  • Designed to operate in standard ambient temperatures up to 50°C (122°F)
  • Contact your Cat Dealer for specific ambient and altitude capabilities

    • Certifications

  • UL2200
  • CSA
  • IBC seismic certification
  • OSHPD pre-approval
  • EEC Declaration of Conformity

    • One Safe Source

  • Components used in the generator set are selected based on seamless design integration to provide the optimum performance
  • The generator set is fully assembled at a Caterpillar facility following our quality guidelines
  • Each generator set package is tested before leaving the Caterpillar facility
  • Cat product support, including dealer service, parts and warranty covers the entire Cat power system

    • 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

    • 3512B (60 Hz) with Upgradeable Package Standard Equipment

    Air Inlet System
    • Air cleaner; single element canister type with service indicator

    Control System
    • True RMS AC metering, 3-phase, +/-2% accuracy

    Control Panel
    • EMCP 4.2B
    • Emergency stop pushbutton
    • 24-volt DC operation
    • Environmental sealed front face
    • Text alarm / event descriptions
    • Generator mounted - rear facing
    • Generator set packages include Caterpillar's Voltage Regulator (IVR).
    • IVR includes reactive droop capability, 3-phase voltage sensing
    • KVAR/PF modes, RFI suppression, min/max exciter
    • Limiter and exciter diode monitor
    • Controls:
    • Speed adjust
    • Auto / start / stop control
    • Engine cool-down timer
    • Engine cycle crank
    • Alarm acknowledge
    • Lamp test
    • True RMS AC metering, 3-phase, +/-2% accuracy
    • Digital indication for:
    • RPM
    • DC volts
    • Operating hours
    • Oil pressure (psi, kPa or bar)
    • Coolant temperature
    • Volts (L-L & L-N)
    • Frequency (Hz)
    • Amps (per phase & average)
    • Power Factor (per phase & average)
    • kW (per phase, average & percent)
    • kVA (per phase, average & percent)
    • kVAr (per phase, average & percent)
    • kW-hr (total)
    • kVAr-hr (total)
    • Warning / shutdown with common LED indication of shutdowns for:
    • Low oil pressure
    • High coolant temperature
    • Overspeed
    • Emergency stop
    • Failure to start (overcrank)
    • Low coolant temperature
    • Low coolant level
    • Programmable protective relaying functions:
    • Generator phase sequence
    • Over / under voltage (27/59)
    • Over / under frequency (81 o/u)
    • Reverse power (kW) (32)
    • Reverse reactive power (kVAr) (32RV)
    • Overcurrent (50/51)
    • Communications:
    • Customer data link (Modbus RTU)
    • Accessory module data link
    • Serial annunciator module data link
    • 6 programmable digital inputs
    • 4 programmable relay outputs (Form A)
    • 2 programmable relay outputs (Form C)
    • 2 programmable digital outputs

    Cooling System
    • JWAC
    • Fan and belt guards.
    • Coolant drain line with valve
    • Coolant level sensors. (Not included with packages without radiator)
    • Caterpillar extended life coolant. (Not included with packages without radiator, installed SF44CTS, shipped loose radiators or heat exchangers)

    Exhaust
    • Dry Exhaust Manifold
    • Flanged faced outlet(s)

    Fuel System
    • Secondary fuel filters
    • Fuel cooler; not included with packages without radiator
    • Flexible fuel lines - shipped loose
    • Fuel priming pump

    Generators and Attachments
    • 3 Phase brushless, salient pole
    • 6 Lead
    • LV:
    • Random wound
    • Internal excitation or permanent magnet
    • NEMA Class H insulation
    • Class H temperature rise at 40C ambient (125C prime / 150C standby)
    • Winding temperature detectors
    • Busbar connections, top center mounted, top cable entry
    • 60 Hz models: NEMA standard hole pattern

    Governing System
    • Woodward 2301A isochronous governor

    Lube System
    • Lubricating oil
    • Gear type lube oil pump
    • Integral lube oil cooler
    • Oil filter, filler and dipstick
    • Oil drain lines and valve
    • Fumes disposal

    Mounting System
    • Rails - engine/generator/radiator mounting
    • Rubber anti-vibration mounts (shipped loose)

    Starting / Charging System
    • 24-volt electric starting motor
    • 50 Amp charging alternator
    • Battery and battery rack w/cables
    • Battery disconnect switch

    General
    • Paint - Caterpillar yellow with high gloss black rails & radiator
    • RH Service
    • Flywheel and Flywheel housing-SAE No. 00
    • SAE Standard Rotation

    3512B (60 Hz) with Upgradeable Package Optional Equipment

    Air Inlet System
    • Single stage air cleaners
    • Duel element air filters
    • Air Cleaner: Includes installed single element Cat filter and service indicator

    Control Panels
    • EMCP 4.3, EMCP 4.4
    • Locale discrete I / O package
    • Cat connect (must choose one)
    • First local annunicator
    • CAN 2 network equipment
    • RTD module - may select one
    • Remote custom annunciator
    • Vandle proof panel door
    • Modbus monitoring of packages

    Control System
    • Generator yemperature monitoring

    Cooling System
    • Optional radiator arrangements
    • Water level gauge
    • Coolant

    Exhaust System
    • Mufflers
    • Exhaust Y adapters
    • Flexible fittings
    • Exhaust Elbows
    • Exhaust flange and expanders

    Generators and Attachments
    • Generator conversion
    • Space heater
    • Space heater control

    Instrumentation
    • Pyrometer and thermocouples

    Lube System
    • Lube oil
    • Prelube manual sump pump
    • Electric prelube sump pump
    • Oil level regulator

    Special Tests / Reports
    • Generator test report
    • PGS test report @ 0.8 power factor
    • Torsional vibration analysis
    • PGS test report @ 1.0 power factor
    • Standard engine test charge
    • PGS test report @ 1.0 power factor
    • PGS test report @ 0.8 power factor
    • Generator test report
    • Standard generator TVA report
    • Custom generator TVA report
    • Generator fuel consumption test
    • Standard engine test charge

    Starting / Charging Systems
    • Starter covers
    • Jacket water heater
    • Electric starting motors

    General
    • Barring devices

    Crankcase System
    • Ventilation system
    • Protection systems

    Batteries and Battery Housing
    • 24 Volt battery set - Dry
    • Battery chargers - 10, 20 and 35 amp

    Power Connection System
    • EMCP voltage and current sensing groups
    • Breaker power connections
    • Center post busbar

    Circuit Breaker - LV Packages
    • Right hand power connections
    • Electronically operated circuit breakers

    Mounting System
    • Spring type vibration isolator
    • Low efficiency isolators puck
    • Low efficiency isolators
    • Spring type vibration isolator

    Power Connections
    • Low voltage - 1400 and 1600 Frame generators
    • Low voltage - Power connection options
    • Low voltage - Package mounted circuit breakers
    • Electrically operated circuit breakers

    Starting / Charging System
    • 10 Amp battery charger
    • 20 Amp battery charger
    • 35 Amp battery charger
    • Electric starting motors
    • Starter covers
    • Jacket water heaters
    • Jacket water heater wiring groups
    • Batteries, racks and cables

    Extended Service Coverage
    • Cat branded commercial power system
    • Platinum - 24, 36, 48, 60, 120 month coverage
    • Silver - 36 ,48, 60, 120 month coverage
    • Gold - 36,48, 60, 120 month coverage

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