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Cat

C18 Generator Set

Maximum Rating

850 kVA

Minimum Rating

706 kVA

Emissions/Fuel Strategy

Low Fuel

Overview

The C18 diesel generator sets have been developed for your standby and prime applications. Producing reliable power from 706 to 850 kVA at 50 Hz, meeting ISO 8528-5 transient response requirements. The engines are configured for Low Fuel Consumption.

Photos

  • C18 50 Hz Right Rear
    C18 50 Hz Right Rear
  • C18 50 Hz Left Rear
    C18 50 Hz Left Rear
  • C18 50 Hz
    C18 50 Hz
  • C18 50 Hz Front Left
    C18 50 Hz Front Left
  • Enclosure
    Enclosure
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360° View

Exterior

360° Exterior view. Double click on the image to zoom in on any area of the product.

Showroom

C18, 50 Hz Virtual Product Tour

Documents

Features

Design Criteria

Design Criteria

The generator set meets NFPA 110 loading requirement and meets ISO 8528-5 transient response.

Design Criteria

The generator set meets NFPA 110 loading requirement and meets ISO 8528-5 transient response.
Cat Diesel Engine

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
A-Frame Alternator

A-Frame Alternator

  • Matched to the performance and output characteristics of Cat engines
  • Industry leading mechanical and electrical design
  • Industry leading motor starting capabilities
  • High Efficiency

A-Frame Alternator

  • Matched to the performance and output characteristics of Cat engines
  • Industry leading mechanical and electrical design
  • Industry leading motor starting capabilities
  • High Efficiency
GCCP 1.3 Control Panel

GCCP 1.3 Control Panel

The EMCP controller features the reliability and durability you have come to expect from your Cat equipment. EMCP4 is a scalable control platform designed to ensure reliable generator set operation, providing extensive information about power output and engine operation. EMCP4 systems can be further customized to meet your needs through programming and expansion modules.

GCCP 1.3 Control Panel

The EMCP controller features the reliability and durability you have come to expect from your Cat equipment. EMCP4 is a scalable control platform designed to ensure reliable generator set operation, providing extensive information about power output and engine operation. EMCP4 systems can be further customized to meet your needs through programming and expansion modules.
Single-Source Supplier

Single-Source Supplier

Fully prototype tested with certified torsional vibration analysis available

Single-Source Supplier

Fully prototype tested with certified torsional vibration analysis available
Worldwide Product Support

Worldwide 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

Worldwide 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
Seismic Certification

Seismic Certification

  • Seismic Certification available.
  • Anchoring details are site specific, and are dependent on many factors such as generator set size, weight, and concrete strength.
  • IBC Certification requires that the anchoring system used is reviewed and approved by a Professional Engineer
  • Seismic Certification per Applicable Building Codes: IBC 2000, IBC 2003, IBC 2006, IBC 2009, CBC 2007, CBC 2010
  • Pre-approved by OSHPD and carries an OSP-0321-10 for use in healthcare projects in California

Seismic Certification

  • Seismic Certification available.
  • Anchoring details are site specific, and are dependent on many factors such as generator set size, weight, and concrete strength.
  • IBC Certification requires that the anchoring system used is reviewed and approved by a Professional Engineer
  • Seismic Certification per Applicable Building Codes: IBC 2000, IBC 2003, IBC 2006, IBC 2009, CBC 2007, CBC 2010
  • Pre-approved by OSHPD and carries an OSP-0321-10 for use in healthcare projects in California

Specifications

  • Generator Set Specifications
    Spec Value
    Maximum Rating 850 kVA
    Minimum Rating 706 kVA
    Emissions/Fuel Strategy Low Fuel
    Voltage 380 to 415 Volts
    Frequency 50 Hz
    Speed 1500
    Duty Cycle Standby, Prime
  • Engine Specifications
    Spec Value
    Engine Model C18 ATAAC, I-6, 4-Stroke Water-Cooled Diesel
    Bore 5.71 in
    Stroke 7.2 in
    Displacement 1106.4 in³
    Compression Ratio 14.5:1
    Aspiration Air to Air Aftercooled
    Fuel System Electronic unit injection
    Governor Type Adem™A4
  • Generator Set Dimensions
    Spec Value
    Length - Maximum 162.4 in
    Width - Maximum 78.3 in
    Height - Maximum 75 in

Standard Equipment

Air Inlet System

  • Single element air cleaner
  • Turbocharger
  • Aftercooler core
  • Light duty air cleaner

Control System

  • GCCP 1.3

Cooling

  • Coolant drain line with valve
  • Radiator and cooling fan with guard
  • Fan drive, battery charging alternator drive
  • Caterpillar extended life coolant

Exhaust System

  • Stainless steel exhaust flex gaskets, raincap and SAE exhaust flange for customer use - shipped loose

Fuel System

  • Standard 8 hour open set integral fuel tank

Generator and Attachments

  • LC frame generator - IP23 Protection
  • Matched to the performance and output characteristics of Cat engines
  • Segregated low voltage (AC/DC) wiring panel
  • Mandatory option circuit breaker, IEC, 3 pole, mounted in power centre
  • Integrated voltage regulator (IVR)
  • Power center, IP22
  • Integrated voltage regulator (IVR)

Governing System

  • Cat electronic governor (ADEM A4)

Lube System

  • Lubricating oil
  • Oil drain lines with valves

Mounting System

  • Captive linear vibration isolators between base and engine-generator.

Starting/Charging

  • 24 Volt battery with rack and cables

General

  • Engine and alternator pre-paint, Caterpillar yellow

Optional Equipment

Air Inlet System

  • Dual element air cleaner

Circuit breakers

  • 4 Pole (IEC-100% rated) Circuit breakers - Package mounted
  • Circuit breaker (IEC) Auxiliary contacts
  • 3 Pole (IEC-100% rated) Circuit breakers - Motorised
  • Padlockable circuit breaker device
  • Shunt trip for IEC breaker
  • Power terminal strip
  • 4 Pole (IEC-100% rated) Circuit breakers - Motorised
  • 3 Pole (IEC-100% rated) Circuit breakers - Package mounted

Control System

  • Local alarm horn
  • Protective devices: Earth fault relay - earth leageage Ground fault relay - Overload shutdown via breaker - Low fuel level alarm - Low fuel level shutdown - High fuel level alarm - Fuel level sensor
  • GCCP 1.4
  • Remote annunciator module
  • Oil temperature displays
  • Local alarm modules

Cooling System

  • Radiator transition flange
  • Low coolant temperature alarm

Enclosures

  • Sound attenuated enclosures (to be available soon)

Exhaust System

  • 8 and 10 inch elbow kits
  • 10, 25, 35 dB end in / end out mufflers
  • Engine mounted muffler
  • 8 and 10 inch GP flanges
  • Manifold and turbocharger guards

Fuel System

  • Integral - Dual wall fuel tank base
  • Fuel transfer system
  • Manual fuel transfer pump

Generator and Attachments

  • Space heaters
  • A Frame CIP generator
  • LC frame CIP generator
  • A Frame oversize generator
  • Ingress protection
  • LC frame oversize generators
  • LC frame generator
  • Permanent magnet excitation (PMG)

Lube System

  • Manual sump pump

Starting and Charging

  • Jacket water heaters
  • 5 Amp Battery charger
  • Battery disconnect switch
  • Jacket water heaters

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