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Details

Frequency
60 Hz

Natural Gas Rating
500 ekW

Emissions/Fuel Strategy
U.S. EPA Certified for Stationary Emergency and Non-Emergency Application

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Foley Equipment Sales

+1 (316) 943-4211

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Overview

500 kW Natural Gas Generator Set

The Cat® spark-ignited lean burn generator for stationary standby, demand response and limited time power (LTP) applications offer reliable power with best in class fuel efficiency, lower footprint and cleaner exhausts. The abilitity to operate even at very low fuel inlet pressures makes it best suited for a range of applications

Benefits

@30% Voltage Dip

Able to start large connected motors loads during a power outage

None

Complies with emission standards required for local permits

Insulation

Highest classification ensures alternator durability

Features at a Glance

Emissions Strategy

Certified EPA Stationary Emergency

Complies with emission standards required for local permits

Cat CG18 Engine

Robust high speed block design provides prolonged life and lower owning operationg costs

Designed for maximum performance on low pressure pipeline natural gas

Leading edge technology in ignition system and air/fuel ratio control for lower emission and engine efficiency

One electronic control module handles all engine functions: ignition, governing, air/fuel ratio control and engine protection

Generator

Class H Insulation. Highest classification ensures alternator durability

Matched to the performance and output characteristics of Cat gas engines
Industry leading mechanical and electrical design
Industry leading motor starting capabilities
High Efficiency

EMCP 4.2B 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 43°C (110°F)

Contact your Cat Dealer for specific ambient and altitude capabilities

Full range of attachments

Wide range of bolt-on system expansion attachmentsr

Factory designed and tested

Flexible packaging options for easy and cost effective installation

Footprint

Compact in-line design allows for improved packaging, resulting in the smallest genset footprint

Specifications

Full Specifications

Generator Set Specifications: Frequency
60 Hz

Natural Gas Rating
500 ekW

Emissions/Fuel Strategy
U.S. EPA Certified for Stationary Emergency and Non-Emergency Application

RPM
1800

Fuel Type
Natural Gas

Voltage
208 - 600 VAC

Engine Specifications: Engine Model
Cat® CG18 In-line 6, 4-cycle Natural Gas

Fuel System
Gas mixer, Venturi

Aspiration
Turbocharged - Air-to-Air Aftercooled

Governor Type
Electronic

Displacement
1106.3 in³

Compression Ratio
10.5:1

Bore
5.7 in

Stroke
7.2 in

Generator Set Dimensions: Length
154 in

Width
73 in

Height
82 in

Weight
10721 lb

Equipment

Standard Equipment

Exhaust

Dry exhaust manifolds, insulated and shielded

Fuel System

Gas train with Zero Pressure regulator
ECU controlled shutdown solenoid
Airfuel Ratio Control, Venturi type Air-Gas mixer, throttle controlled valve

Controls

EMCP 4.2B
Integrated Voltage Regulator (IVR)

Telematics

PL444 Product link 4G LTE Telematics

Generator

Anti-condensation space heater
SR5

Governing

Electronic Governing

Starting/Charging

24V starting motors

General

Paint - Caterpillar Yellow except rails are gloss black
Operation and maintenance manuals
Parts book

Optional Equipment

Air Inler

Air inlet adapters

Cooling

Inlet/Outlet connections

Exhaust

Flexible fitting
Elbow, Flange
Muffler and spark-arresting muffler with companion flanges
Exhaust expander

Telematics

PLG 601 & 641 Product link Telematics

Generator

Permanent Mangnet Excitation
Low voltage extension box
Generator air filter
European bus bar
Cable access box

Enclocures

Sound Attenuated and Weather Protective

Starting/Charging

Jacket water heater
Space Heaters
Charging alternator
Battery with cable and rack (shipped loose)
Battery charger
Oversized battery

General

Engine barring group
EEC D.O.I and other certifications
Crankcase explosion relief valve

Resources

Electric Power Rating Guide

DG500 Spec Sheet

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