From natural gas-fueled combined heat and power (CHP) systems and emergency power for facilities, to renewable biogas energy to support the local grid, or electricity generated from coal mine gases, Caterpillar has a wide range of reliable gas power solutions.
Caterpillar
CG170 Gas Generator Set
Overview
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CG170-16 Gas Generator Sets
Specifications
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Generator Set Specifications
Spec Value Continuous Rating 1500 ekW Fuel Type Natural Gas Maximum Electrical Efficiency 40.90% Frequency 50 or 60 Hz RPM 1500 or 1800 rpm -
Engine Specifications
Spec Value Engine Model CG170K-16 Displacement 4320 in³ Aspiration TA Bore 6.7 in Stroke 7.7 in -
Generator Set Dimensions
Spec Value Length 261 in Width 71 in Height 87 in Dry Weight - Genset 32848 lb
Standard Equipment
Air Inlet
- Two-element single-stage air cleaner with enclosure and service indicator
- Turbocharger for the CG170K comes with a water-cooled bearing case
Control Panels
- TEM(Total Electronic Management)
Exhaust
- Closed crankcase ventilation system
- Low resistence exhaust system
Cooling
- Engine driven water pumps for jacket water and after cooler
- Jacket water and SCAC thermostats
- Flange connections for JW inlet and outlet
Fuel system
- Electronic fuel metering valve
- Pre-chamber spark plugs
- Independently controlled cylinder monitoring and ignition system
Generator
- Reactive droop
- Winding temperature detectors
- 3-phase sensing and KVAR/PF control
- Anti-condensation space heater
- Busbar connections
Starting/Charging
- Battery disconnect switch
- 24V starting motors
General
- Crankshaft vibration damper and guard
Optional Equipment
Air Inlet
- Mounting stand
- Air cleaner with precleaner
Cooling
- CHP skid