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3516B Generator Set

2000 – 2500 kVA at 50 Hz Diesel Genset
The 3516B generator set has been developed for a wide range of applications, from emergency standby installations such as healthcare and datacenters to continuously powering remote installations. The packages can be optimized for performance that matters to you with either low emissions or low fuel consumption versions available. Backed by the worldwide network of Cat dealers ready to support your operation with technical support, service, parts, and warranty, Cat generator sets will provide the reliability and durability you expect.
Q. Does this generator comply with ISO 8528 guidelines?
A. Yes, the 3516B, like all of our generators, is tested in accordnace the load steps outlined in with ISO 8528, Part 5.

Generator Set Specifications

Standby Rating

2500 kVA

Prime Power Rating

2275 kVA

Emissions/Fuel Strategy

Low Fuel, Low Emissions

Voltage

380 to 415 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

6.69in

Stroke

8.46in

Displacement

4764.73in

Compression Ratio

15.5:1

Aspiration

TA

Fuel System

Electronic unit injection

Governor Type

Adem™3

Generator Set Dimensions

Length - Maximum

247.3in

Width - Maximum

90in

Height - Maximum

98.2in

Dry Weight - Genset (maximum)

34250lb

Standard Equipment:

  • Air Inlet System
    • Air cleaner; single element canister type
  • Control Panels
    • 0 True RMS AC metering, 3-phase, +/-2% accuracy
    • Accessory module data link
    • Low oil pressure
    • 1 Programmable relay outputs (Form C)
    • Reverse power (kW) (32)
    • Warning/shutdown with common LED indication of shutdowns for:
    • Environmental sealed front face
    • Programmable protective relaying functions:
    • kW-hr (total)
    • Auto/start/stop control
    • Generator set packages include Caterpillar's voltage regulator (IVR). IVR includes reactive droop capability, 3-phase voltage sensing, KVAR/PF modes, RFI suppression, min/max exciter. Limiter and exciter diode monitor
    • EMCP 4.2B
    • 6 Customer programmable digital inputs
    • Load histogram feature
    • Emergency stop pushbutton
    • Reverse reactive power (kVAr) (32RV)
    • Customizable screens
    • Failure to start (overcrank)
    • kW (per phase, average & percent)
    • Low coolant level
    • PLC functionality
    • Communications:
    • kVAr-hr (total)
    • Engine cycle crank
    • Coolant temperature
    • kVA (per phase, average & percent)
    • Controls:
    • High coolant temperature
    • Generator phase sequence
    • Digital indication for:
    • Over/under frequency (81 o/u)
    • Number of I/O varies on options selected
    • Low coolant temperature
    • Alarm acknowledge
    • 1 Programmable digital outputs
    • Amps (per phase & average)
    • Cat connect
    • Overspeed
    • Engine cool-down timer
    • Operating hours
    • Oil pressure (psi, kPa or bar)
    • RPM
    • Power factor (per phase & average)
    • Serial annunciator module data link
    • 24 Volt DC operation
    • Overcurrent (50/51)
    • Generator mounted - rear facing
    • Over/under voltage (27/59)
    • 3 Analog inputs
    • 4 Programmable relay outputs (Form A)
    • Speed adjust
    • Text alarm/event descriptions
    • kVAr (per phase, average & percent)
    • Customer data link (Modbus RTU)
    • Frequency (Hz)
    • Volts (L-L & L-N)
    • DC volts
    • Lamp test
  • Cooling System
    • Certified standard PGS provided
  • Exhaust System
    • Flanged faced outlet(s)
    • Dry exhaust manifold
  • Fuel System
    • Fuel cooler; not included with packages without radiator
    • Flexible fuel lines - shipped loose
    • Secondary fuel filters
    • Fuel priming pump
  • General
    • Flywheel and flywheel housing - SAE No. 00
    • SAE standard rotation
    • Caterpillar yellow with high gloss black rails and radiator
    • Right hand servicing
  • Generator And Attachments
    • Low voltage:
    • Busbar connections, right side extension box, bottom cable entry
    • Class H insulation, Class F temperature rise at 40C ambient (105C prime/130C standby)
    • NEMA standard hole pattern
    • Internal excitation (IE)
    • Random wound
    • Anti-condensation space heater
    • Winding temperature detectors
    • Form wound
    • 6 Leads
    • High voltage:
    • Medium voltage:
    • 3 Phase brushless, Salient pole
    • Permanent magnet excitation (PMG)
    • NEMA Class H insulation system, Class H temperature rise at 40C ambient (125C prime/150C standby)
    • Busbar connections, top center mounted, top cable entry
  • Governing System
    • ADEM A3
  • Literature
    • Parts book
  • Lubrication System
    • Oil drain lines and valve
    • Fumes disposal
    • Oil filter, filler and dipstick
    • Lubricating oil
    • Gear type lube oil pump
    • Integral lube oil cool
  • Mounting System
    • Rails - Engine/generator/radiator mounting
    • Rubber anti-vibration mounts - shipped loose
    • Anti-vibration mounts (shipped loose)
  • Starting System
    • Battery and battery rack w/cables
    • 24 Volt electric starting motor
    • 45 Amp Charging alternator
    • Battery disconnect switch

Optional Equipment:

  • Control System
    • EMCP 4.4
    • Local annunciator module: [ ] NFPA 110 [ ] Custom
  • Engine Options
    • Starting aids: 220V 50 Hz Jacket water heater
    • Batteries: [ ] Standard (1400 CCA) [ ] Heavy Duty (2800 CCA)
    • Starting motors: [ ] Standard [ ] Heavy duty
    • Air cleaner: [ ] Single element air cleaners [ ] Dual element air cleaners [ ] Heavy duty air cleaners
    • Muffler: [ ] Industrial Grade
    • Battery charger: [ ] 10A [ ] 20A [ ] 35A
  • Air Inlet System
    • Single element filter
    • Dual element air cleaner
  • Cooling System
    • Coolant
    • Standard ambient ATAAC radiators
    • Water level switch gauges
    • Standard ambient radiators
    • Optional installed ATAAC radiators
    • Optional installed radiators
  • Crankcase System
    • Ventilation system
    • No explosion relief valves
    • Explosion relief valves
  • Alternators
    • Temperature rise (over 40�C ambient): [ ] 150�C [ ] 125�C [ ] 105�C [ ] 80�C
  • Power Termination
    • Circuit breaker rating: [ ] 2000A [ ] 2500A [ ] 3200A [ ] 4000A
    • Power Termination: Busbar, Circuit breaker
    • Circuit breaker trip unit: [ ] LSI [ ] LSIG [ ] LSIG-P
  • Exhaust System
    • Y Adapters
    • Tier 4 clean emissions module
    • Clean emission parts
    • Exhaust offset
    • Elbows
    • Tier 4 clean emission MOD Kits
    • Flexible fittings
    • Tier 4 dosing cabinet
    • Mufflers
    • Flanges
    • Flange and exhaust expanders
  • Fuel System
    • Fuel priming pumps (Tier 4) - Manual or electric
    • Primary fuel filter
  • Extended Service Contract (esc)
    • Extended Service Contract (ESC): [ ] 2 Year [ ] 3 Year [ ] 5 Year
  • General
    • US aid emblem
    • Special paint (Colors other than Caterpillar yellow or high performance paints)
  • Generators And Attachments
    • Generator conversion
    • Space heater
    • Low / Medium voltage: 380/400/415 volts, 3 phase 1500 rpm. RW, PM, No. of Leads = 6, Pitch = .6667: 1600 and 1800 Frames
    • Differential current transformers (DCT) 8.7 kV and 15 kV classes
    • Thermostat for space heater
    • Alternator air cleaner
    • Low / Medium voltage: 380/400/415 volts, 3 phase 1500 rpm. RW, IE, No. of Leads = 6, Pitch = .6667: 1600 Frame
  • Instrumentation
    • Pyrometer and Thermocouples
  • Lubrication System
    • Prelube pumps
    • Lube oil in standard sump
    • Oil level regulator
  • Mounting System
    • IBC vibration isolators
    • Puck style low efficiency isolators
    • Spring type vibration isolators
  • Power Connections
    • Left side power connections
    • Rear power connections
    • Ground cables between generator and terminal box
    • 2700 Frame, four lead, four terminal
    • Neutral ground connections
    • Low voltage Circuit breakers
    • Center post busbars
    • Right side power connections
  • Special Tests / Reports
    • Torsional vibration analysis reports
    • PGS Test report @ 0.8 power factor
    • Standard engine test charge
    • Generator set fuel consumption test
    • OSHPD Certification
    • PGS Test report @ 1.0 power factor
    • Generator test report
    • Fuel consumption test
    • IBC Certification
    • Canadian Standards Association certification
  • Starting And Charging
    • Jacket water heaters
    • Electric starting motors
    • Starter cover
    • Air pressure regulator
    • Engine barring device
    • Air starting motors
    • 24 Volt battery set - Dry
    • 10, 20, 35 and 50 Amp Battery chargers
  • Extended Service Coverage
    • Platinum, Gold and Silver coverage

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