3516B (50 Hz) Generator Set

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Features

  • Cat Generator Set Package

    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

    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
  • SR5 Alternator

    SR5 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
  • Cat ECS Control Panel

    Cat ECS Control Panel

    • User-friendly interface and navigation
    • Scalable system to meet a wide range of installation requirements
    • Expansion modules and site-specific programming for specific customer requirements
  • Cooling System

    Cooling System

    • Designed to operate in standard ambient temperatures up to 50�C (122�F)
    • Contact your Cat Dealer for specific ambient and altitude capabilities
  • Certifications

    Certifications

    • IBC seismic certification
    • EU Declaration of Conformity
    • EU Declaration of Incorporation
    • Eurasian Conformity (EAC)
  • Single-Source Supplier

    Single-Source Supplier

    • Components used in the generator set are selected at the design stage to provide optimum package 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

    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

Units for specifications

Generator Set Specifications

Standby Rating 2500 kVA
Prime Power Rating 2275 kVA
Emissions/Fuel Strategy Low Fuel, Low Emissions
Voltage 380 to 11000 Volts
Frequency 50 Hz
Speed 1500 rpm
Duty Cycle Standby, Mission Critical, Prime, Continuous
Maximum Rating 2500 kVA
Minimum Rating 2000 kVA

Engine Specifications

Engine Model 3516B TA, V-16, 4-Stroke Water-Cooled Diesel
Bore 6.69 in 170 mm
Stroke 8.46 in 215 mm
Displacement 4764.73 in 78.08 l
Compression Ratio 15.5:1
Aspiration TA
Fuel System Electronic unit injection
Governor Type Adem™3

Generator Set Dimensions

Length - Minimum 253.3 in 6435 mm
Length - Maximum 253.3 in 6435 mm
Width - Minimum 90 in 2286 mm
Width - Maximum 90 in 2286 mm
Height - Minimum 98.2 in 2494 mm
Height - Maximum 98.2 in 2494 mm
Dry Weight - Genset (minimum) 33009 lb 14973 kg
Dry Weight - Genset (maximum) 33009 lb 14973 kg

Standard Equipment

Air Inlet

  • Air cleaner

Cooling

  • Package mounted radiator

Exhaust

  • Exhaust flange outlet

Fuel

  • Secondary fuel filters
  • Fuel priming pump
  • Primary fuel filter with integral water separator

Generator

  • Matched to the performance and output characteristics of Cat engines
  • IP23 Protection

Power Termination

  • Busbar

Control Panel

  • Cat ECS 100

General

  • Paint - Caterpillar yellow except rails and radiators gloss black

Optional Equipment

Exhaust

  • Exhaust mufflers (except Tier 4)

Generator

  • Permanent magnet excitation (PMG)
  • Internal excitation (IE)
  • Anti-condensation heater
  • Oversize and premium generators

Power Termination

  • Circuit breakers, UL listed
  • Circuit breakers, IEC compliant

Control Panels

  • Generator temperature monitoring & protection
  • Digital I/O module
  • Load share module
  • EMCP 4.4
  • Remote monitoring software

Mounting

  • Spring type vibration isolators
  • IBC isolators
  • Rubber anti-vibration mounts

Starting/Charging

  • Oversize batteries
  • Charging alternator
  • Heavy duty starting system
  • Jacket water heater
  • Air starting motor with control and silencer
  • Battery chargers

General

  • Seismic Certification per applicable building codes: IBC 2000, IBC 2003, IBC 2006, IBC 2009, CBC 2007
  • EU Certificate of Conformance (CE)
  • The following options are based on regional and product configuration:
  • Enclosures: Sound attenuated, weather protective
  • Automatic transfer switches (ATS)
  • UL 2200 package
  • Integral & sub-base UL listed dual wall fuel tanks
  • Integral & sub-base fuel tanks
  • EEC Declaration of Conformity
  • CSA Certification

Videos

  • Cat ECS Control Panels
3516B Diesel Generator Sets, Rear Left

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