M 43 C
Specifications
Overview
As a generator drive unit for diesel-electric operation of electric motors, the M 43 has proved itself in service. The compact modular construction with less pipework, easy maintenance access to components, low fuel and lubricating oil consumption as well as extended life between main component overhauls – these have been the decisive factors for the high acceptance rate of the M 43 C. Since its introduction into the market, the MaK engine series M 43 C has achieved an outstanding position between marine applications as an in-line engine in 6, 7, 8 and 9 cylinder versions. More than 650 engines with a total power of more than 6,500 MW have already been sold, making the M 43 C the market leader in the 5–9 MW power class.
Generator Set Configurations
| Emissions/Fuel Strategy | EPA Tier 2 & IMO II EPA Tier 2 & IMO II | More |
Generator Set Dimensions and Weights - Dependent on Generator Type
| Height | 6278 mm - 6649 mm (247.2 in - 261.8 in) 6278 mm - 6649 mm (247.2 in - 261.8 in) | More |
| Length | 12202 mm - 14459 mm (480.4 in - 569.3 in) 12202 mm - 14459 mm (480.4 in - 569.3 in) | More |
| Weight | 178 t - 240 t (392422 lbs - 529109 lbs) 178 t - 240 t (392422 lbs - 529109 lbs) | More |
| Width | 3400 mm (133.9 in) 3400 mm (133.9 in) | More |
Benefits & Features
Ease of installation
Engine with high safety level
The M 43 C is an engine with a high safety level, not only inside in terms of component life and availability but also with regard to external peripheral safety.
HFO/MDO anticipated TBO and life
Long maintenance intervals and extended life from the basis for low operating costs.
Complete engine
The engine is marketed with standardized pump and filter equipment.
Equipment
M 43 C Standard Equipment
Air Inlet System
- Air intake silencer / filter
Control System
- Load sharing unit (for multiple engine plant only
- Protection panel (emergency stop, override, reset push buttons)
- Protection system
- Serial link interface (MODbus/canbus)
- Speed governor
- Start/stop panel
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 end
Fuel System
- Fuel circulating pump (electric driven / for MDO/MGO only)
- Fuel indicator filter
- Fuel pressure valve (separate / 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 duplex filter
- Lube oil plate cooler (separate)
- Lube oil pump (engine driven)
- Lube oil self-cleaning filter (separate)
- Oil sump in base frame
- Pre-lubricating oil pump (electric driven / fitted on base frame)
- Pressure regulating valve
Mounting System
- Engine resiliently mounted on base frame, base frame mounted rigidly
- Flexible pipe connections
- High flexible coupling
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 43 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 lubricating 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 pump (electrical driven)
- Lube oil treatment and combined modules
- Temperature control valve
Mounting System
- Resilient mounting on base frame
Starting System
- Starting air compressor
- Starting air receiver
General
- Generator customer supply
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