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3516B (60 Hz) with Upgradeable Package

At a glance data:

Standby Rating:
2250 ekW
Prime Power Rating:
1825 ekW
Emissions/Fuel Strategy:
Low fuel, Low Emissions
Voltage:
380 to 480 Volts

Overview

The3516B with the upgradeable packaging design 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 to 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.

Generator Set Specifications

Standby Rating:
2250 ekW
Prime Power Rating:
1825 ekW
Emissions/Fuel Strategy:
Low fuel, Low Emissions
Voltage:
380 to 480 Volts
Frequency:
60 Hz
Speed:
1800 rpm
Duty Cycle:
Standby, Mission Critical, Prime, Continuous
Maximum Rating:
2250 ekW
Minimum Rating:
1640 ekW

Engine Specifications

Engine Model:
3516B TA, V-16, 4-Stroke Water-Cooled Diesel
Bore:
6.69in
Stroke:
7.48in
Displacement:
4210.64in
Compression Ratio:
14.0:1
Aspiration:
TA
Fuel System:
MEUI
Governor Type:
ADEM™ A4

Generator Set Dimensions

Length - Maximum:
234.5in
Width - Maximum:
90in
Height - Maximum:
98.2in
Dry Weight - Genset (maximum):
30310lb

Standard Equipment

air inlet system

  • Air cleaner; single element canister type

control panels

  • PLC functionality
  • Oil pressure (psi, kPa or bar)
  • Text alarm/event descriptions
  • KVAR/PF modes
  • Cat connect
  • Overspeed
  • Amps (per phase & average)
  • Programmable protective relaying functions:
  • DC volts
  • EMCP 4.2B
  • Power factor (per phase & average)
  • Reverse reactive power (kVAr) (32RV) - Overcurrent (50/51)
  • Load histogram feature
  • Generator set packages include:
  • Frequency (Hz)
  • Emergency stop pushbutton
  • Over/under voltage (27/59)
  • RFI suppression
  • 24 Volt DC operation
  • Low coolant level
  • Reverse power (kW) (32) - Reverse reactive power (kVAr) (32RV) - Overcurrent (50/51)
  • 4 Programmable relay outputs (Form A)
  • Volts (L-L & L-N)
  • Caterpillar's voltage regulator
  • IVR includes:
  • Auto/start/stop control
  • kVA (per phase, average & percent)
  • Lamp test
  • Over/under frequency (81 o/u)
  • Environmental sealed front face
  • 3 Phase voltage sensing
  • Engine cool
  • kVAr-hr (total)
  • Low oil pressure
  • Accessory module data link
  • Emergency stop
  • Customer data link (Modbus RTU)
  • Communications:
  • Warning/shutdown with common LED indication of shutdowns for:
  • 0 True RMS AC metering, 3-phase, +/-2% accuracy
  • Digital indication for:
  • Customizable screens
  • Failure to start (overcrank)
  • Serial annunciator module data link
  • Coolant temperature
  • Controls:
  • Overcurrent (50/51)
  • Number of I/O varies on options selected
  • Reactive droop capability
  • Low coolant temperature
  • High coolant temperature
  • Min / max exciter
  • Alarm acknowledge
  • RPM
  • Generator phase sequence
  • Limiter and exciter diode monitor
  • Speed adjust
  • Operating hours
  • kW (per phase, average & percent)
  • 3 Analog inputs
  • Generator mounted - rear facing
  • 6 Customer programmable digital inputs

lubrication system

  • Oil filter, filler and dipstick
  • Oil drain lines and valve
  • Gear type lube oil pump
  • Fumes disposal
  • Lubricating oil

mounting system

  • Rubber anti-vibration mounts - shipped loose
  • Rails - engine/generator/radiator mounting
  • Anti-vibration mounts (shipped loose)

starting system

  • 45 Amp Charging alternator
  • 24 Volt electric starting motor
  • Battery and battery rack w/cables
  • Battery disconnect switch

literature

  • Parts book
  • Operation & Maintenance Manual

Optional Equipment

control system

  • EMCP 4.3, EMCP 4.4

air inlet system

  • Dual element air cleaner
  • Single element filter

cooling system

  • Water level switch gauges
  • Optional installed ATAAC radiators
  • Standard ambient ATAAC radiators
  • Standard ambient radiators
  • Coolant
  • Optional installed radiators

crankcase system

  • Explosion relief valves
  • No explosion relief valves
  • Ventilation system

exhaust system

  • Elbows
  • Flange and exhaust expanders
  • Tier 4 clean emissions module
  • Tier 4 clean emission MOD Kits
  • Clean emission parts
  • Exhaust offset
  • Mufflers
  • Tier 4 dosing cabinet
  • Flanges
  • Flexible fittings
  • Y Adapters

fuel system

  • Fuel priming pumps (Tier 4) - Manual or electric
  • Primary fuel filter

general

  • US aid emblem
  • Special paint (Colors other than Caterpillar yellow or high performance paints)

generators and attachments

  • Low / Medium voltage: 380/400/415 volts, 3 phase 1500 rpm. RW, IE, No. of Leads = 6, Pitch = .6667: 1600 Frame
  • Generator conversion
  • Differential current transformers (DCT)
  • Differential current transformers (DCT) 8.7 kV and 15 kV classes
  • Low / Medium voltage: 380, 440, 480, 600 volts, 3 phase 1800 rpm. RW, IE, No. of Leads = 6, Pitch = .6667: 1600 Frame
  • Low / Medium voltage: 380/400/415 volts, 3 phase 1500 rpm. RW, PM, No. of Leads = 6, Pitch = .6667: 1600 and 1800 Frames
  • Thermostat for space heater
  • Space heater
  • High voltage: 6300, 6600, 6900 volts, 3 phase 1800 rpm, FW, PM, No. of Leads = 6, Pitch = .6667: 2700, 3000 Frame
  • Alternator air cleaner
  • High voltage: 12470, 13200, 13800 volts, 3 phase 1800 rpm,FW, PM, No. of Leads = 6, Pitch = .6667: 2700, 3000 Frame
  • Low / Medium voltage: 380, 416, 440, 480, 600, 2400, 4160 Volts, 3 Phase 1800 RPM, FW, PM, No. of Leads = 6, Pitch = .6667: 1600, 1800 Frame

instrumentation

  • Pyrometer and Thermocouples

lubrication system

  • Oil level regulator
  • Prelube pumps
  • Lube oil in standard sump

mounting system

  • Puck style low efficiency isolators
  • Spring type vibration isolators
  • IBC vibration isolators

power connections

  • Right side power connections
  • Ground cables between generator and terminal box
  • Neutral ground connections
  • Low voltage Circuit breakers
  • 2700 Frame, four lead, four terminal
  • Rear power connections
  • Left side power connections
  • Center post busbars

special tests / reports

  • PGS Test report @ 0.8 power factor
  • PGS Test report @ 1.0 power factor
  • Fuel consumption test
  • Canadian Standards Association certification
  • Torsional vibration analysis reports
  • IBC Certification
  • Generator test report
  • Generator set fuel consumption test
  • OSHPD Certification
  • Standard engine test charge

starting and charging

  • Engine barring device
  • Air pressure regulator
  • Starter cover
  • Electric starting motors
  • Jacket water heaters
  • Air starting motors
  • 24 Volt battery set - Dry
  • 10, 20, 35 and 50 Amp Battery chargers

extended service coverage

  • Platinum, Gold and Silver coverage
Cat Switchgear

Cat Switchgear

Standby Rating:
2250 ekW
Prime Power Rating:
1825 ekW
Emissions/Fuel Strategy:
Low fuel, Low Emissions
Voltage:
380 to 480 Volts