Gas Generator Sets

Details

Continuous Rating
2567 / 2552 ekW @ 1.0pf

Fuel Type
Natural Gas & Propane

Maximum Electrical Efficiency
46.0%

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Foley Equipment Sales

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Overview

2552 - 2567 kW Gas Generator

From natural gas to biogas, coal mine gases, or hydrogen fuel blends to support combined heat and power (CHP), emergency power, and local grid support applications, Caterpillar has a wide range of reliable gas power solutions.

Benefits

more responsive

Shorter time to full load, enhanced controls and diagnostics, and improved transient load capability.

savings

With industry leading electrical efficiency, improved thermal efficiency, and increased power density.

Wide range of fuel options

Multiple fuel options including natural gas, Biogas, propane, coal mine methane (CMM), and up to 25% hydrogen

Features at a Glance

Cat G3520K Gas Engine

Robust high speed block design provides prolonged life and lower owning operationg costs
Designed for maximum performance on low pressure pipeline natural gas
Simple open chamber combustion system for reliability and fuel flexibility
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

SR5 Generator

Designed to match performance and output characteristics of Caterpillar gas engines
Industry leading mechanical and electrical design
High efficiency

Cat Energy Control System (Cat ECS)

A cost effective but powerful system
Modern color touch screen
Meets UL6200 controls and UL2300 3rd ed. generator set package requirements
Local annunciation to meet NFPA 110

Emissions

Meets most worldwide emissions requirements down to 0.5 g/bhp-hr Nox level without aftertreatment

Proven System

Field proven in a wide range of applications worldwide
Fully prototype tested
Certified torsional vibration analysis available

Full Range of Attachments

Wide range of bolt-on system expansion attachments
Factory designed and tested
Flexible packaging options for easy and cost effective installation

Worldwide 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

Specifications

Full Specifications

Generator Set Specifications: Continuous Rating
2567 / 2552 ekW @ 1.0pf

Fuel Type
Natural Gas & Propane

Maximum Electrical Efficiency
46.0%

Frequency
50 / 60 Hz

RPM
1500

Frequency
50/60 Hz

Engine Specifications: Engine Model
G3520K

Displacement
5956 in³

Aspiration
TA

Bore
6.7 in

Stroke
8.5 in

Compression Ratio
10.5:1

Generator Set Dimensions: Length
290.35 in

Width
72.05 in

Height
96.97 in

Dry Weight - Genset
52249.56 lb

Equipment

Standard Equipment

Control Panel

ECS 100 with colored HMI
Ethernet Telematics

Air Inlet

Two-element single-stage air cleaner with enclosure and service indicator.

Cooling

Engine driven water pumps for jacket water and aftercooler.
Jacket water and SCAC thermostats.
ANSI/DN customer flange connections for JW inlet and outlet.
SCAC control valve

Governing System

ADEM A6 4-20mA (0-5V) Speed Input

Exhaust

Center section cooled turbocharger with Cat flanged outlet.
Dry exhaust manifolds, insulated and shielded.
Individual exhaust port and turbocharger outlet wired to Integrated Tmeperature Sensing Module (ITSM) with GECM providing alarms and shutdowns.

Fuel System

Electronic fuel metering valve
Throttle plate, 24V DC actuator, controlled by GECM
EN7462/CSAB149:3, NFPA37
Fuel system is sized for 31.5 to 47.2 MJ/NM3 dry pipeline natural gas with pressure of 10.2 to 34.5KPa to the engine fuel control valve.

Generator

IVR - Intergrated voltage regulator
Crankshaft Vibration Damper and Guard
Busbar connections
Paint- Caterpillar Yellow except rails gloss black
Winding temperature detectors
Operation and maintenance manuals
Parts book
Anti-condensation space heater
RH/LH Service
SR5
Reactive droop

Lube

Electric Pre-lube pump

Starting/Charging

24V starting motors

Ignition System

Electronic Ignition System (controlled by ADEM 6)
In Cylinder Pressure Sensor (ICPS)

Optional Equipment

Control Panel

ECS 200 with colored HMI
Remote HMI displays
Cellular telematics
Expandable I/O
Expandable Ethernet modules
CAN 2 connection point
Load Share Module

Lube

Ship oil filled or dry(Ultra40)
SYNHP (only ship dry)
Oil Level Regulator

Starting/Charging

Battery with cables and rack (shipped loose)
Engine barring device
Jacket water heater (220/400/240/480V)
60A, 24V charging alternator (requires engine driven pumps)

Circuit Breaker

LSI/LSIG/LSIG-P Long-Time, Short-Time, Instantaneous Annunciator, ground fault protect, ground fault annunciate
Non-par/Par Breakers
Rear-mounted
5000A 3-Pole IEC/ULCSA Rated Circuit Breakers

Air Inlet

Off Engine Air Cleaner - Mounting Brackets and Piping

Cooling

Inlet/Outlet RH and LH connections
Coolant level drain line with valves

Exhaust

Muffler and spark-arresting muffler with companion flanges
Flange, Elbow, and Flexible Fitting
Exhaust Expander

Fuel System

Gas Knockdown Regulator
Fuel filter
Gas pressure regulator
Gas shutoff valve 24V, Energized-To-Run (ETR)

Generator

Bearing temperature detectors
Cable access box
Low voltage extension box
Manual voltage control
NEMA/IEC Busbars
Generator air filter
Medium and high voltage generators and attachment
Generator space heater (with optional heater control)
Thermostate for space heater
Current transformer, differential current transformer, potential transformer

General

Digital diagnostic tool
Special paint order
Tool set
US AID Emblem

Package

Spring Isolators
Seismic Isolators

Grid Code Compliance

50 Hz: Germany (HV/MV), Great Britain, Italy (HV/MV), Belgium, Polan, Netherlands, Romania, Spain, France, Czech Republic, Greece, Ireland, and European Standard

Resources

Electric Power Rating Guide

G3520K 60 Hz Data Sheet

G3520K 50 Hz Data Sheet

G3500K 60 Hz CHP Data Sheet

G3500K 50 Hz CHP Data Sheet

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