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Standby Rating

2250 ekW

Prime Power Rating

1825 ekW

Emissions/Fuel Strategy

Low fuel, Low Emissions

3516B (60 Hz) with Upgradeable Package

ABOUT THE 3516B

The3516B with the upgradeable packaging design has been developed for a wide range of applications, from emergency standby installations such as healthcare and datacenters to continuously powering remote installations. The packages can be optimized for performance to matters to you with either low emissions or low fuel consumption versions available. Backed by the worldwide network of Cat dealers ready to support your operation with technical support, service, parts, and warranty, Cat generator sets will provide the reliability and durability you expect.

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Standby Rating
2250 ekW
Prime Power Rating
1825 ekW
Emissions/Fuel Strategy
Low fuel, Low Emissions
Voltage
380 to 480 Volts
Frequency
60 Hz
Speed
1800 rpm
Duty Cycle
Standby, Mission Critical, Prime, Continuous
Maximum Rating
2250 ekW
Minimum Rating
1640 ekW
Engine Model
3516B TA, V-16, 4-Stroke Water-Cooled Diesel
Bore
6.69in
Stroke
7.48in
Displacement
4210.64in
Compression Ratio
14.0:1
Aspiration
TA
Fuel System
MEUI
Governor Type
ADEM™ A4
Length – Maximum
234.5in
Width – Maximum
90in
Height – Maximum
98.2in
Dry Weight – Genset (maximum)
30310lb
  • Air Inlet System
    • Air cleaner; single element canister type
  • Control Panels
    • PLC functionality
    • Oil pressure (psi, kPa or bar)
    • Text alarm/event descriptions
    • KVAR/PF modes
    • Cat connect
    • Overspeed
    • Amps (per phase & average)
    • Programmable protective relaying functions:
    • DC volts
    • EMCP 4.2B
    • Power factor (per phase & average)
    • Reverse reactive power (kVAr) (32RV) – Overcurrent (50/51)
    • Load histogram feature
    • Generator set packages include:
    • Frequency (Hz)
    • Emergency stop pushbutton
    • Over/under voltage (27/59)
    • RFI suppression
    • 24 Volt DC operation
    • Low coolant level
    • Reverse power (kW) (32) – Reverse reactive power (kVAr) (32RV) – Overcurrent (50/51)
    • 4 Programmable relay outputs (Form A)
    • Volts (L-L & L-N)
    • Caterpillar’s voltage regulator
    • IVR includes:
    • Auto/start/stop control
    • kVA (per phase, average & percent)
    • Lamp test
    • Over/under frequency (81 o/u)
    • Environmental sealed front face
    • 3 Phase voltage sensing
    • Engine cool
    • kVAr-hr (total)
    • Low oil pressure
    • Accessory module data link
    • Emergency stop
    • Customer data link (Modbus RTU)
    • Communications:
    • Warning/shutdown with common LED indication of shutdowns for:
    • 0 True RMS AC metering, 3-phase, +/-2% accuracy
    • Digital indication for:
    • Customizable screens
    • Failure to start (overcrank)
    • Serial annunciator module data link
    • Coolant temperature
    • Controls:
    • Overcurrent (50/51)
    • Number of I/O varies on options selected
    • Reactive droop capability
    • Low coolant temperature
    • High coolant temperature
    • Min / max exciter
    • Alarm acknowledge
    • RPM
    • Generator phase sequence
    • Limiter and exciter diode monitor
    • Speed adjust
    • Operating hours
    • kW (per phase, average & percent)
    • 3 Analog inputs
    • Generator mounted – rear facing
    • 6 Customer programmable digital inputs
  • Lubrication System
    • Oil filter, filler and dipstick
    • Oil drain lines and valve
    • Gear type lube oil pump
    • Fumes disposal
    • Lubricating oil
  • Mounting System
    • Rubber anti-vibration mounts – shipped loose
    • Rails – engine/generator/radiator mounting
    • Anti-vibration mounts (shipped loose)
  • Starting System
    • 45 Amp Charging alternator
    • 24 Volt electric starting motor
    • Battery and battery rack w/cables
    • Battery disconnect switch
  • Literature
    • Parts book
    • Operation & Maintenance Manual
  • Control System
    • EMCP 4.3, EMCP 4.4
  • Air Inlet System
    • Dual element air cleaner
    • Single element filter
  • Cooling System
    • Water level switch gauges
    • Optional installed ATAAC radiators
    • Standard ambient ATAAC radiators
    • Standard ambient radiators
    • Coolant
    • Optional installed radiators
  • Crankcase System
    • Explosion relief valves
    • No explosion relief valves
    • Ventilation system
  • Exhaust System
    • Elbows
    • Flange and exhaust expanders
    • Tier 4 clean emissions module
    • Tier 4 clean emission MOD Kits
    • Clean emission parts
    • Exhaust offset
    • Mufflers
    • Tier 4 dosing cabinet
    • Flanges
    • Flexible fittings
    • Y Adapters
  • Fuel System
    • Fuel priming pumps (Tier 4) – Manual or electric
    • Primary fuel filter
  • General
    • US aid emblem
    • Special paint (Colors other than Caterpillar yellow or high performance paints)
  • Generators And Attachments
    • Low / Medium voltage: 380/400/415 volts, 3 phase 1500 rpm. RW, IE, No. of Leads = 6, Pitch = .6667: 1600 Frame
    • Generator conversion
    • Differential current transformers (DCT)
    • Differential current transformers (DCT) 8.7 kV and 15 kV classes
    • Low / Medium voltage: 380, 440, 480, 600 volts, 3 phase 1800 rpm. RW, IE, No. of Leads = 6, Pitch = .6667: 1600 Frame
    • Low / Medium voltage: 380/400/415 volts, 3 phase 1500 rpm. RW, PM, No. of Leads = 6, Pitch = .6667: 1600 and 1800 Frames
    • Thermostat for space heater
    • Space heater
    • High voltage: 6300, 6600, 6900 volts, 3 phase 1800 rpm, FW, PM, No. of Leads = 6, Pitch = .6667: 2700, 3000 Frame
    • Alternator air cleaner
    • High voltage: 12470, 13200, 13800 volts, 3 phase 1800 rpm,FW, PM, No. of Leads = 6, Pitch = .6667: 2700, 3000 Frame
    • Low / Medium voltage: 380, 416, 440, 480, 600, 2400, 4160 Volts, 3 Phase 1800 RPM, FW, PM, No. of Leads = 6, Pitch = .6667: 1600, 1800 Frame
  • Instrumentation
    • Pyrometer and Thermocouples
  • Lubrication System
    • Oil level regulator
    • Prelube pumps
    • Lube oil in standard sump
  • Mounting System
    • Puck style low efficiency isolators
    • Spring type vibration isolators
    • IBC vibration isolators
  • Power Connections
    • Right side power connections
    • Ground cables between generator and terminal box
    • Neutral ground connections
    • Low voltage Circuit breakers
    • 2700 Frame, four lead, four terminal
    • Rear power connections
    • Left side power connections
    • Center post busbars
  • Special Tests / Reports
    • PGS Test report @ 0.8 power factor
    • PGS Test report @ 1.0 power factor
    • Fuel consumption test
    • Canadian Standards Association certification
    • Torsional vibration analysis reports
    • IBC Certification
    • Generator test report
    • Generator set fuel consumption test
    • OSHPD Certification
    • Standard engine test charge
  • Starting And Charging
    • Engine barring device
    • Air pressure regulator
    • Starter cover
    • Electric starting motors
    • Jacket water heaters
    • Air starting motors
    • 24 Volt battery set – Dry
    • 10, 20, 35 and 50 Amp Battery chargers
  • Extended Service Coverage
    • Platinum, Gold and Silver coverage




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