Overview
50 kVA Diesel Generator Set
The Cat® C3.3 diesel generator sets have been developed for standby applications, delivering reliable power from 50 kVA at 50 Hz, meeting ISO 8528-5 transient response requirements.
DE50 GC (50 Hz) Diesel Generator Sets
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- Standby Rating
- 50 kVA
- 50 kVA
- Frequency
- 50 Hz
- 50 Hz
- Emissions/Fuel Strategy
- Low BSFC
- Low BSFC
Benefits
Saves up to 18% Installed Space
Requires less space for installation; leaves more room for your on-going operations
Logs Up to 250 Events
GCCP auto mains control panel provides alarm and operating indicator history
Reliability tested for 500 Hours
Emergency power you can count on when it is needed
Features At A Glance
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Cat Generator Set Package
- Cat generator set packages have been fully prototype tested
- Accepts 100% block load in one step and meets 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
A-Frame Alternator
- Superior motor starting capability minimizes need for oversizing alternator
- Designed to match performance and output characteristics of Cat diesel engines
- Robust Class H insulation
GCCP 1.1 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 55°C (131°F)
- Contact your Cat Dealer for specific ambient and altitude capabilities
Certifications
- CE Certification Available
- CIS Certification Available
Product Specifications for DE50 GC (50 Hz)
Generator Set Specifications
| Standby Rating | 50 kVA 50 kVA |
| Frequency | 50 Hz 50 Hz |
| Emissions/Fuel Strategy | Low BSFC Low BSFC |
| Voltage | 380 to 415 Volts 380 to 415 Volts |
| Speed | 1500 rpm 1500 rpm |
| Duty Cycle | Standby Standby |
Engine Specifications
| Engine Model | Cat® C3.3, In-line 3, 4-cycle diesel Cat® C3.3, In-line 3, 4-cycle diesel |
| Bore | 4.1 in 105 mm |
| Stroke | 5 in 127 mm |
| Displacement | 201.4 in³ 3.3 l |
| Compression Ratio | 17.25:1 17.25:1 |
| Aspiration | Turbocharged Turbocharged |
| Fuel System | Inline Inline |
| Governor Type | Mechanical Mechanical |
Generator Set Dimensions
| Length - Maximum | 89.7 in 2278 mm |
| Width - Maximum | 35.4 in 900 mm |
| Height - Maximum | 52 in 1322 mm |
| Dry Weight - Genset (maximum) | 2273 lb 1031 kg |
DE50 GC (50 Hz) Standard Equipment
Engine
- C3.3, Inline 3 cylinder, 4 stroke diesel
Genset Control
- GCCP 1.1
Governor
- Mechanical governor
Alternator
- A Frame standard alternator
Fuel Storage
- Single wall 8 hour fuel tank
Enclosure
- Cat GC enclosure
Air, Cooling & Exhaust
- Enclosure silencer
General
- Engine and alternator pre-paint, Caterpillar yellow
DE50 GC (50 Hz) Optional Equipment
Certification
- Certificate of Conformance
- Australia, CIS, Gulf Certification
Alternator Requirements
- Space heater
Auxiliary Supply Voltage
- 120V
Fuel Storage
- Dual wall 8 hour fuel tank
- Single wall tank with containment
- Low fuel level alarm
- Low fuel level shutdown
- High fuel level alarm
Genset Control
- Battery charger
- Volt free contacts for genset running
- Volt free contacts for common alarm
- Earth leakage
- Earth fault
- Emergency stop with key
- USB to RS485 Communications device
- Panel mounted audible alarm
- Battery
- Low coolant level shutdown
- Standby Pack (Smart Jacket water heater, Battery charger)
- Coolant heater
Circuit breaker
- 3 Pole Circuit breaker 80A
- 3 Pole Circuit breaker 63A
- 3 Pole Circuit breaker 100A
- 3 Pole Circuit breaker 125A
- 3 Pole Circuit breaker 160A
- 3 Pole Circuit breaker 200A
- 4 Pole Circuit breaker 80A
- 4 Pole Circuit breaker 63A
- 4 Pole Circuit breaker 100A
- 4 Pole Circuit breaker 125A
- 4 Pole Circuit breaker 160A
- 4 Pole Circuit breaker 200A
- Circuit breaker padlock
- Neutral earth link
- Overload via alarm switch on breaker
Testing & Packaging
- PGS Test report @ 1.0 power factor
- PGS Test report @ 0.8PF
Package
- Open Set
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Selected
- Standby Rating
- 50 kVA
- 50 kVA
- Frequency
- 50 Hz
- 50 Hz
- Emissions/Fuel Strategy
- Low BSFC
- Low BSFC
Electric Power
C3.3 | DE56AE0
- Standby Rating
- 49.2 kVA
- 49.2 kVA
- Prime Power Rating
- 45 kVA
- 45 kVA
- Emissions/Fuel Strategy
- Non-Certified Emissions
- Non-Certified Emissions
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- Standby Rating
- 40 ekW
- 40 ekW
- Frequency
- 60 Hz
- 60 Hz
- Emissions/Fuel Strategy
- U.S. EPA Tier 3 Certified
- U.S. EPA Tier 3 Certified
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