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C18 Generator Set

Diesel Generator Sets

Details

Maximum Rating
500 ekW

Minimum Rating
455 ekW

Emissions/Fuel Strategy
U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final

Contact

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Overview

455 - 500 ekW Diesel Generator Set

The C18 diesel generator sets have been developed for your mission critical, standby and prime applications. Producing reliable power from 455 to 500 ekW at 60 Hz, meeting ISO 8528-5 transient response requirements and built to accept 100 % rated load in one step. The engines are certified to the US EPA Tier 4 Final emissions levels.

Benefits

None

Footprint Reduction

Requires less space for installation

Control System

<ul><li>Track Genset Health and Operation Parameters</li><li>Genset Utilization and Performance Tracking</li></ul>

Features at a Glance

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
  • 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
A-Frame 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
GCCP 1.2 Control Panel
  • User-friendly interface and navigation
  • Scalable system to meet a wide range of installation requirement
  • Expansion modules and site-specific programming for specific customer requirements
Cooling System
  • Designed to operate in standard ambient temperatures up to 55°C (131°F)
  • Contact your Cat Dealer for specific ambient and altitude capabilities
Certifications
  • UL2200 Listed; CSA 22.2; Certification of Compliance – IBC Seismic; Dual IBC & HCAI
One Safe Source
  • Components used in the generator set are selected based on seamless design integration to provide the optimum 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
World Wide 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
Cat Clean Emissions Module (CEM)
  • The Tier 4 Final engine has been optimized to work with the Cat CEM.
  • The CEM is a reliable, compact, and lightweight system that gives maximum installation flexibility.
  • It features a diesel oxidation catalyst for particulate matter (PM) and hydrocarbon (HC) control.
  • Selective catalytic reduction (SCR) reduces NOx output and provides integrated sound attenuation.
  • The CEM is controlled by a separate dosing module that has been integrated into the standard generator set controls for complete monitoring, protection and closed loop NOx control.
  • For more information on the CEM, refer to cut sheet LEHE0359.
UL 2200 / CSA - Optional
  • UL 2200 listed packages
  • CSA Certified
  • Certain restrictions may apply.
  • Consult with your Cat® Dealer.

Specifications

Full Specifications

Generator Set Specifications

Maximum Rating
500 ekW

Minimum Rating
455 ekW

Emissions/Fuel Strategy
U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final

Voltage
480 Volts

Frequency
60 Hz

Speed
1800 rpm

Duty Cycle
Standby, Prime

Engine Specifications

Engine Model
C18 ATAAC, I-6, 4-Stroke Water-Cooled Diesel

Bore
1455.7 in

Stroke
7.2 in

Displacement
1106.4 in³

Compression Ratio
14.5:1

Aspiration
Air to Air Aftercooled

Fuel System
Electronic unit injection

Governor Type
Adem™A4

Equipment

Standard Equipment

Air Inlet

  • Air cleaner

Exhaust System

  • Exhaust manifold - dry

Cooling

  • Package mounted radiator

Fuel System

  • Fuel cooler
  • Engine fuel transfer pump
  • Primary fuel filter w/integral water separator and secondary filter
  • Fuel priming pump
  • Flexible fuel lines

Exhaust

  • Exhaust flange outlet

Fuel

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

Generator

  • Matched to the performance and output characteristics of Cat engines
  • IP23 Protection
  • Load adjustment module provides engine relief upon load impact and improves load acceptance and recovery time

Power Termination

  • Busbar

Lube System

  • Oil filter and dipstick
  • Lubricating oil
  • Oil drain lines with valve; piped to edge of base
  • Fumes disposal, piped to front of radiator
  • Oil cooler

Control Panel

  • GCCP Genset Controller

Mounting

  • Rubber vibration isolators

Protection System

  • Safety shutoffs for: Higher water temperature - Overspeed - Low oil pressure

Cooling System

  • Thermostats and housing, full open temperature 92 deg C (198 deg F)
  • Coolant level sensor
  • Coolant level sight gauge
  • Fan and belt guards
  • Jacket water pump, gear driven, centrifugal
  • Coolant drain line with valve; terminated on edge of base
  • Caterpillar extended life coolant

Starting/Charging

  • 24V, 45 Amp Charging alternator
  • 24 Volt electric starting motor
  • 24 volt starting motor
  • Batteries

General

  • Paint - Caterpillar yellow except rails and radiators gloss black
  • Paint, Caterpillar yellow
  • Operation and maintenance manual pack and OMM storage compartment
  • Parts book
  • Vibration damper

Control System

  • Local annunciator
  • Programmable Input / Output: 2 programmable digital inputs - 2 programmable relay outputs (Form A) - 2 programmable relay outputs (Form C)
  • Suitable for use as service equipment label
  • Separation plate
  • Control panel mounting location
  • Breaker box mounting location
  • Optional external analog input
  • Remote annunciators
  • GCCP 1.2
  • Communications: Customer data link (RS485 Modbus RTu) - Serial annunciator module data link for local and remote annunciator IVR - Integrated Voltage Regulation (Digital) - EM10 Excitation Module
  • Controls include: Run/auto/ stop/control - Speed adjust - Voltage adjust - Engine cycle crank - Emergency stop pushbutton
  • Digital indication for: rpm - DC volts - operating hours - Oil pressure (psi, kPa or bar) - Coolant temperature (C or F) - Volts (L-L & L-N), frequency (Hz) - Amps (per phase & average) - Power factor (per phase & average) - kW (per phase & average) - kVA (per phase & average) - kVAr (per phase and average) - kW-hr (total) - kVAr-hr (total)
  • Programmable protective relaying functions: Generator phase sequence - Over/under voltage (27/59) - Over/under frequency (81 o/u) - Overcurrent (50/51)
  • Warning/shutdown with common LED indication of shutdowns for: Low oil pressure - high coolant temperature - Overspeed - Emergency stop - Failure to start (overcrank) - Low coolant temperature - Low coolant level
  • Control panel options: Dust proof control panel - volt free contact - Device server - Ground fault relay

Governing System

  • Cat electronic governor (ADEM A4)

Generator and Attachments

  • Segregated low voltage (AC/DC) wiring panel
  • Brushless, self-excited 2/3 pitch, random wound.
  • Insulation Class H and temperature rise
  • AREP generator
  • CIP - generators
  • IP23 Protection
  • Power center, IP22 bottom cable entry

Air Inlet System

  • Single element air filter
  • Air cleaner - Heavy duty
  • Air cleaner - Single element

Extended Service Coverage

  • Silver, Gold and Platinum coverage

Circuit breakers

  • 3 Pole 100% rated
Optional Equipment

Control System

  • Ground fault relay
  • Dust proof control panel
  • Breaker box mounting location
  • Volt free contact
  • Device server
  • Separation plate
  • Remote annunciators
  • GCCP 1.5
  • Local annunciator
  • Remote E-stop button
  • Optional external analog input
  • Control panel mounting

Exhaust

  • Industrial, residential, critical mufflers

Generator

  • Anti-condensation heater
  • Excitation: [ ] Permanent magnet excitation (PMG) Excited (PM) [ ] Internally Excited (IE)
  • Oversize and premium generators

Power Termination

  • Circuit breakers, UL listed

Generators and Attachments

  • AREP generator
  • CIP generators
  • Space heater
  • Generator mounting and duct plate

Air Inlet System

  • Single element air filter
  • Dual element air cleaner

Certifications

  • Certificate of Compliance
  • IBC Certification wind load

Circuit breakers

  • Motorized single circuit breaker
  • Neutral bars
  • Power cables
  • Dual breakers first circuit breaker (CB2) LS/I package mounted
  • Current transformers
  • Package mounted single circuit breakers
  • Dual breakers first circuit breaker (CB1) LS/I package mounted
  • Auxiliary contacts

Cooling System

  • Aftertreatment guard
  • Standard radiator

Enclosures

  • Sound attenuated enclosures

Exhaust System

  • Flange kits
  • Exhaust flexible fittings

Fuel System

  • 660 gallon base tank

Generator Attachments

  • Permanent magnet excitation (PMG) generator

Mounting System

  • Standard base wide
  • 5 Gallon spill containment
  • Optional CB shroud
  • Overfill prevention valve
  • Locking fuel fill

Starting / Charging System

  • Battery disconnect switch
  • Jacket water heater
  • Shore power control group
  • 10 Amp dual Battery charger

TESTS

  • PGS Test report @ 0.8 power factor
  • 4 Hour factory test (un-witnessed)
  • PGS Test report @ 1.0 power factor
  • Generator test report

Resources

Electric Power Rating Guide

C18, 60 Hz, 500 ekW Standby, US EPA Tier 4 Final Nonroad Emission Standard Spec Sheet

C18, 60 Hz, 455 ekW Prime, US EPA Tier 4 Final Nonroad Emission Standard Spec Sheet

C18, 60 Hz, 500 ekW Standby, 455 ekW Prime, US EPA Tier 4 Final Non-Road Emission Spec Sheet

GCCP 1.2 Control Panel Data Sheet

GCCP 1.5 Control Panel Data Sheet

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