The D450 GC diesel generator sets have been developed to meet your needs in standby applications. Producing reliable power of 450 ekW at 60 Hz, meeting ISO 8528-5 transient response requirements and built to accept 100 % rated load in one step. The engines are certified for U.S. EPA Certified for Stationary Emergency Use Only (Tier 2 or Tier 3 Nonroad Equivalent Emission Standards).
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D450 GC (60 Hz) Generator Set
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Exterior
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Interior
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Features
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 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
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
M-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
M-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 1.2 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
GCCP 1.2 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 to104°F (40°C)
- Contact your Cat Dealer for specific ambient and altitude capabilities
Cooling System
- Designed to operate in standard ambient temperatures up to104°F (40°C)
- Contact your Cat Dealer for specific ambient and altitude capabilities
Certifications
- UL 2200 Listed
- ULC Certification Available
Certifications
- UL 2200 Listed
- ULC Certification Available
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
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
Worldwide 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
Worldwide 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
Specifications
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Generator Set Specifications
Spec Value Maximum Rating 450 ekW Minimum Rating 450 ekW Emissions/Fuel Strategy EPA Stationary Emergency Voltage 480 to 600 Volts Frequency 60 Hz Speed 1800 RPM Duty Cycle Standby -
Engine Specifications
Spec Value Engine Model Cat® C15 In-line 6, 4-cycle diesel Bore 5.4 in Stroke 6.8 in Displacement 928 in³ Compression Ratio 16.1:1 Aspiration Turbocharged Air-to-Air Aftercooled Fuel System MEUI Governor Type ADEM™A4 -
Generator Set Dimensions
Spec Value Length - Maximum 189.6 in Width - Maximum 64.2 in Height - Minimum 80.1 in Height - Maximum 101.7 in Dry Weight - Genset (minimum) 8172.5 lb Dry Weight - Genset (maximum) 10238.3 lb
Standard Equipment
Air Inlet System
- Aftercooler core
- Turbocharger
- Air cleaner - Non canister, disposable
Control Panel
- GCCP 1.2
Cooling System
- Thermostats and housing
- Blower fan and fan drive with guards
- Radiator, package mounted
- Coolant drain valve
- Jacket water pump, gear driven, centrifugal
- Radiator sight gauge
Exhaust System
- Exhaust manifold - dry
Fuel System
- Fuel priming pump
- Integral tank base, 24 hours, UL142
- Primary fuel filter w/integral water separator and secondary filter, spin on
- Engine fuel transfer pump
- Fuel cooler
Generator Set
- Complete system designed & built at ISO 9001:2000 certified facilities
- Factory tested to design specifications at full load conditions
- All protective devices and control functions simulated and checked
Generators and Generator Attachments
- IP23 Protection
- Voltage regulator (single phase sensing)
- Easy access to AVR and terminals
- Brushless, self-excited 2/3 pitch (600V uses Internal excitation (IE))
- Terminal box, IP22 RHS facing, bottom cable entry
- Standard winding protection for non-harsh environments with relative humidity ? 95%
- 6 Leads
- Insulation system, Class H
Governing System
- Cat electronic governor (ADEM A4)
Lube System
- Fumes disposal to front of radiator
- Oil filter, spin on
- Lubricating oil, CK-4 (10W-30)
- Shallow oil pan
- Oil cooler
- Oil filler and dipstick
- Oil drain with valve
Mounting System
- Includes lifting provisions and termination points for coolant and lube oil drain lines
- Captive linear vibration isolators between base and engine-generator
Protection
- Safety shutoff - Low oil pressure
- Safety shutoff - Overspeed
- Safety shutoff - High water temperature
Starting/Charging System
- 24-volt electric starting motor
- 24V, 45 Amp Charging alternator
General
- Vibration damper
- Parts book
- Lifting eyes
Optional Equipment
Air Inlet System
- Air cleaner (Non canister disposable)
Bases, Mounting & Fuel Tanks
- Overfill prevention valve
- Wide Base - Skid
- Audio & visual fuel alarm (@90% fuel level)
- Integral tank base, 24 hours, UL142
- Fuel tank pill pipe & lockable cap
- 5 Gallon Spill Containment
Exhaust
- Industrial, residential, critical mufflers
Circuit breaker
- 400A LSI
- 400A LS/I
- 800A LSI
- Auxiliary contacts
- 600A LS/I
- 1200A LSI
- 600A LSI
- 1200A LS/I
- 800A LS/I
Control System
- Volt free contacts
- 100A Load center
- Product link remote monitoring hardware
- Twist release, Red button emergency stop
- 16 -light NFPA 99/110 Annunciator
- 20A GFCI (Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter)
- Audible alarm Gp
- Ground fault relay
Enclosures
- E-Stop
- AC & DC Source lights
- Sound attenuated Level 2 enclosure (White)
Generator
- Anti-condensation heater
- Oversize and premium generators
- Excitation: [ ] Permanent magnet excitation (PMG) Excited (PM) [ ] Internally Excited (IE)
- Permanent magnet excitation (PMG) generator
- Space heater
Exhaust System
- Manifold and turbocharger guards
- Flexible exhaust connection
- 8" Muffler - 25 dBA attenuation
Starting System
- Standard battery set: 1000 CCA, 90 amp/hr.
- Oversize battery set, 1400 CCA, 200 amp/hr
- Battery charger (UL Certified)
- Jacket water heater
Power Termination
- Circuit breakers, IEC compliant
- Circuit breakers, UL listed
General
- UL2200 Certification
- CSA Certification
- Extended Service Coverage
- Generator test report
- CSA Certification
- UL 2200 package
Lube System
- Manual sump pump
Mounting System
- Narrow skid base - replaces standard fuel tank base
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