3608 Generator Set (Medium Speed)
Diesel Generator Sets
Details
Maximum Rating
2660 ekW
Minimum Rating
1830 ekW
Emissions/Fuel Strategy
Low Fuel Consumption
Overview
3608 (60 Hz)
Producing reliable power from 2200 to 2660 ekW at 60 Hz, our 3608 diesel generator sets are made to meet your mission critical, continuous, standby and prime applications. We've designed each to ISO 8528-5 transient response requirements and to accept 100% rated load in one step. The generator set is certified for low fuel consumption.
Benefits
Operating hours
at Global locations
Better Fuel Economy
Demonstrated savings
Reduction in Service Time
Two inspection ports per cylinder, segmented camshafts and individual heads ease service
Features at a Glance
- Cat® Diesel Engine
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Cat® Diesel Engine
- Designed and optimized for low fuel consumption
- 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
- Alternators
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Alternators
- Superior motor starting capability minimizes need for oversizing generator
- Designed to match performance and output characteristics of Cat diesel engines
- Industry leading mechanical and electrical design
- Industry leading motor starting capabilities
- High Efficiency
- Generator Set Package
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Generator Set Package
- Fully prototype tested with certified torsional vibration analysis available
- Worldwide Product Support
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Worldwide Product Support
- 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.
- Your local Cat dealer provides extensive post-sale support, including maintenance and repair agreements
- Cat Genset Monitoring System (GMS)
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Cat Genset Monitoring System (GMS)
The Genset Monitoring System (GMS) provides protection, monitoring, and control for a single 3600 diesel generator set utilizing a digital based control panel housed in an IP55 enclosure. All critical shutdowns are a relay-based protection. Contactors are wired directly to the junction panel when an accessory module is ordered and is factory packaged. Use of the GMS eliminates the need for a separate gauge panel and annunciator panel. Accepts remote signals for starting/interlock, stopping, and emergency stop. All monitored parameters and status signals are available over MODBUS RS485 network. A default Ethernet connection is available for connection.- Simple user friendly interface and navigation
- Provides protection, monitoring, and control of the generator set
- Redundant shutdown protection
- 5.7 inch (145 mm) color monitor to display all engine parameters and alarm annunciation
- Annunciation of all engine shutdowns, alarms, and status points
- Start/prelube control switch, fuel control switch and emergency stop button
- Selection of local/remote control of engine
- Selection of idle/rated control of engine
- Equipped for remote communication from the panel
- Relay outputs available: energize to run, energize to stop, air shutoff, prelube, air start and local remote
- Optional output available for alarms and faults
Specifications
Full Specifications
- Generator Set Specifications
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Maximum Rating
2660 ekWMinimum Rating
1830 ekWEmissions/Fuel Strategy
Low Fuel ConsumptionFrequency
60 HzSpeed
720 & 900 rpmDuty Cycle
Standby, Prime, Continuous
- Engine Specifications
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Engine Model
3608 I-8,4-Stroke Water-Cooled DieselBore
11 inStroke
11.8 inDisplacement
9064 in³Compression Ratio
13:01Aspiration
TAFuel System
Direct unit injectionGovernor Type
Generator Set Monitoring System (GMS)
- Generator Set Dimensions
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Length - Maximum
404 inWidth - Maximum
99.62 inHeight - Maximum
156.6 inDry Weight - Genset (maximum)
91050 lb
Equipment
- Standard Equipment
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Air Inlet System <!-- 3600 series only -->
- Aftercooler, fresh water, corrosion resistant coated (air side)
- Air inlet shutoff
- Turbocharger, watercooled (720 rpm and HFO), engine oil lubricated
- Breather, crankcase, top-mounted
Cooling System
- Engine coolant water drains
- Water temperature regulator
- Jacket water thermostats
Exhaust System
- Includes adapter, flexible exhaust fitting
- 457 mm (18 in) Cat bolt pattern
- Dry, gas tight, exhaust manifold
Fuel System
- Simplex or duplex
Generator System
- Custom generator per generator data sheet completed by dealer
Governor System
- UG Actuator
Lube System
- Oil filler and dipstick
- Service side engine mounted on cylinder block inspection covers
- Wet oil sump. Includes engine-driven main lubrication and oil pumps, oil lines and oil pan
- Centrifugal oil filters with single shutoff
- Oil pressure regulating valve
- Crankcase explosion relief valves
Mounting System
- Engine and generator mounting
- Damper, torsional vibration
Starting / Charging System
- Air silencer
- One motor, engine mounted at rear, on left side
- Vane type air starter
- Line group for single point custom connection
General:
- Gear driven pumps: Fuel/oil/jacket water/Aftercooler/Oil cooler water
- Paint, Caterpillar yellow
- Optional Equipment
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Air Inlet System
- Heavy duty air cleaner
- Air inlet adapter
- Boost control valve
- Air cleaner louver assembly
- Vertical support bracket
- Soot filter
Cooling System
- Auxiliary water pump
- Heating aids
- Cooling system aids
- Expansion tank
Exhaust System
- Weld flange and related hardware
- Flexible exhaust fittings
Fuel System
- Fuel priming pump
- Duplex primary fuel strainer
- Fuel system connections
Generator System
- Class F insulation
- Anti-condensation space heaters
- 3 Phase, six Leads, WYE
- Winding temperature detectors
- Busbar connections
Governor System
- Battery backup/power supply
- 2301 A load share
- Electronic/actuators
- Digital programmers
- EGB actuator
- 723 Plus
Lube System
- Lube ANSI adapter (Emergency connection)
- Oil pan drain valve
Mounting System
- Spring type vibration isolators
- Non-vertically restrained
- Vertically restrained
- Isolator
Starting / Charging System
- Pressure reducing valve
- Compressed air flex hose
General:
- Custom paint colors