D450 GC (60 Hz) Generator Set
Diesel Generator Sets
Details
Standby Rating
450 ekW
Prime Power Rating
410 ekW
Emissions/Fuel Strategy
U.S. EPA Tier 3 Certified
Overview
450 ekW Diesel Generator Set
The D450 GC diesel generator sets have been developed to meet your needs in standby applications. Producing reliable power of 450 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 for U.S. EPA Certified for Stationary Emergency Use Only (Tier 2 or Tier 3 Nonroad Equivalent Emission Standards).
Benefits
Installed Space
Requires less space for installation; leaves more room for your on-going operations
Less
Easier handling; less structural reinforcement required to support genset weight
Alternator Temperature Rise
Meets most all specifications; ensures long alternator life
Features at a Glance
- Cat Generator Set Package
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- 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
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- 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
- M-Frame Alternator
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- 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
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- 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
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- Designed to operate in standard ambient temperatures up to104°F (40°C)
- Contact your Cat Dealer for specific ambient and altitude capabilities
- Certifications
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- UL 2200 Listed
- ULC Certification Available
- One Safe Source
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- 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
- Worldwide Product Support
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- 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
Full Specifications
- Generator Set Specifications
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Standby Rating
450 ekWPrime Power Rating
410 ekWEmissions/Fuel Strategy
U.S. EPA Tier 3 CertifiedVoltage
480 to 600 VoltsFrequency
60 HzSpeed
1800 RPMDuty Cycle
Standby
- Engine Specifications
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Engine Model
Cat® C15 In-line 6, 4-cycle dieselBore
5.4 inStroke
6.8 inDisplacement
928 in³Compression Ratio
16.1:1Aspiration
Turbocharged Air-to-Air AftercooledFuel System
MEUIGovernor Type
ADEM™A4
- Generator Set Dimensions
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Length - Maximum
189.6 inWidth - Maximum
64.2 inHeight - Minimum
80.1 inHeight - Maximum
101.7 inDry Weight - Genset (minimum)
8172.5 lbDry Weight - Genset (maximum)
10238.3 lb
Equipment
- Standard Equipment
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Air Inlet System
- Aftercooler core
- Turbocharger
- Air cleaner - Non canister, disposable
Control Panel
- GCCP 1.2
Cooling System
- Thermostats and housing
- Blower fan and fan drive with guards
- Radiator, package mounted
- Coolant drain valve
- Jacket water pump, gear driven, centrifugal
- Radiator sight gauge
Exhaust System
- Exhaust manifold - dry
Fuel System
- Fuel priming pump
- Integral tank base, 24 hours, UL142
- Primary fuel filter w/integral water separator and secondary filter, spin on
- Engine fuel transfer pump
- Fuel cooler
Generator Set
- Complete system designed & built at ISO 9001:2000 certified facilities
- Factory tested to design specifications at full load conditions
- All protective devices and control functions simulated and checked
Generators and Generator Attachments
- IP23 Protection
- Voltage regulator (single phase sensing)
- Easy access to AVR and terminals
- Brushless, self-excited 2/3 pitch (600V uses Internal excitation (IE))
- Terminal box, IP22 RHS facing, bottom cable entry
- Standard winding protection for non-harsh environments with relative humidity ? 95%
- 6 Leads
- Insulation system, Class H
Governing System
- Cat electronic governor (ADEM A4)
Lube System
- Fumes disposal to front of radiator
- Oil filter, spin on
- Lubricating oil, CK-4 (10W-30)
- Shallow oil pan
- Oil cooler
- Oil filler and dipstick
- Oil drain with valve
Mounting System
- Includes lifting provisions and termination points for coolant and lube oil drain lines
- Captive linear vibration isolators between base and engine-generator
Protection
- Safety shutoff - Low oil pressure
- Safety shutoff - Overspeed
- Safety shutoff - High water temperature
Starting/Charging System
- 24-volt electric starting motor
- 24V, 45 Amp Charging alternator
General
- Vibration damper
- Parts book
- Lifting eyes
- Optional Equipment
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Air Inlet System
- Air cleaner (Non canister disposable)
Bases, Mounting & Fuel Tanks
- Overfill prevention valve
- Wide Base - Skid
- Audio & visual fuel alarm (@90% fuel level)
- Integral tank base, 24 hours, UL142
- Fuel tank pill pipe & lockable cap
- 5 Gallon Spill Containment
Exhaust
- Industrial, residential, critical mufflers
Circuit breaker
- 400A LSI
- 400A LS/I
- 800A LSI
- Auxiliary contacts
- 600A LS/I
- 1200A LSI
- 600A LSI
- 1200A LS/I
- 800A LS/I
Control System
- Volt free contacts
- 100A Load center
- Product link remote monitoring hardware
- Twist release, Red button emergency stop
- 16 -light NFPA 99/110 Annunciator
- 20A GFCI (Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter)
- Audible alarm Gp
- Ground fault relay
Enclosures
- E-Stop
- AC & DC Source lights
- Sound attenuated Level 2 enclosure (White)
Generator
- Anti-condensation heater
- Oversize and premium generators
- Excitation: [ ] Permanent magnet excitation (PMG) Excited (PM) [ ] Internally Excited (IE)
- Permanent magnet excitation (PMG) generator
- Space heater
Exhaust System
- Manifold and turbocharger guards
- Flexible exhaust connection
- 8" Muffler - 25 dBA attenuation
Starting System
- Standard battery set: 1000 CCA, 90 amp/hr.
- Oversize battery set, 1400 CCA, 200 amp/hr
- Battery charger (UL Certified)
- Jacket water heater
Power Termination
- Circuit breakers, IEC compliant
- Circuit breakers, UL listed
General
- UL2200 Certification
- CSA Certification
- Extended Service Coverage
- Generator test report
- CSA Certification
- UL 2200 package
Lube System
- Manual sump pump
Mounting System
- Narrow skid base - replaces standard fuel tank base