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3516B Generator Set

Caterpillar is leading the power generation marketplace with Power Solutions engineered to deliver unmatched flexibility, expandability, reliability, and cost-effectiveness.

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Minimum Rating 1750 kVA
Maximum Rating 2275 kVA
Emissions/Fuel Strategy Low Fuel Consumption
Voltage 380 to 11000 Volts
Frequency 50 Hz
Speed 1500 rpm
Duty Cycle Prime, Continuous
Engine Model 3516B TA, V-16, 4-Stroke Water-Cooled Diesel
Bore 6.69 in
Stroke 7.48 in
Stroke - HD 8.46 in
Displacement 4210.64 in
Displacement - HD 4764.73 in³
Compression Ratio 14.0:1 Std 15.5:1 HD
Aspiration TA
Fuel System Electronic unit injection
Governor Type Adem™4
Length - Minimum 278.2 in
Length - Maximum 292 in
Width - Maximum 90 in
Height - Maximum 92.9 in
Dry Weight - Genset (minimum) 33300 lb
Dry Weight - Genset (maximum) 36280 lb
Air Inlet System
  • Air cleaner, single element canister type
Control System
  • Low oil pressure
  • Over / under frequency (81 o/u)
  • Alarm acknowledge
  • Oil pressure (psi, kPa or bar)
  • Reverse reactive power (kVAr) (32RV)
  • 3 Analog inputs
  • Programmable protective relaying functions:
  • 4 Programmable relay outputs (Form A)
  • Overspeed
  • Reverse power (kW) (32)
  • Customer data link (Modbus RTU)
  • Text alarm / event descriptions
  • Low coolant temperature
  • Number of I/O varies on options selected:
  • Emergency stop
  • Operating hours
  • Limiter and exciter diode monitor
  • Environmental sealed front face
  • kW (per phase, average & percent)
  • Digital indication for:
  • Auto / star t/ stop control
  • Cat Connect
  • Low coolant level
  • Controls:
  • Serial annunciator module data link
  • Regulator (IVR) - IVR includes reactive droop capability, 3-phase voltage sensing, KVAR/PF modes, RFI suppression, min/max exciter
  • RPM
  • Volts (L-L & L-N), frequency (Hz)
  • Coolant temperature
  • 1 Programmable digital outputs
  • Speed adjust
  • Engine cycle crank
  • Over / under voltage (27/59)
  • kW-hr (total)
  • 6 Customer programmable digital inputs
  • Generator phase sequence
  • 1 Programmable relay outputs (Form C)
  • PLC functionality
  • kVAr-hr (total)
  • DC volts
  • Engine cool-down timer
  • 24 Volt DC operation
  • Generator mounted - rear facing
  • High coolant temperature
  • Amps (per phase & average)
  • Load histogram feature
  • Emergency stop pushbutton
  • Warning / shutdown with common LED indication of shutdowns for:
  • kVAr (per phase, average & percent)
  • Customizable screens
  • True RMS AC metering, 3-phase, +/-2% accuracy
  • Overcurrent (50/51)
  • Communications:
  • kVA (per phase, average & percent)
  • Power Factor (per phase & average)
  • Failure to start (overcrank)
  • Accessory module data link
  • Lamp test
  • Generator set packages include Caterpillars Voltage
Exhaust
  • Exhaust flange outlet
Fuel
  • Primary fuel filter with integral water separator
Generator
  • IP23 Protection
Power Termination
  • Busbar
Control Panel
  • EMCP 4 Genset Controller
Cooling System
  • Package mounted radiator
Exhaust System
  • Dry exhaust manifold
  • Flanged faced outlet(s)
Fuel System
  • Fuel priming pump
  • Fuel cooler; not included with packages without radiator
  • Flexible fuel lines - shipped loose
  • Secondary fuel filters
General
  • SAE Standard Rotation
  • Paint - Caterpillar yellow except rails and radiators gloss black
  • RH Service
  • Flywheel and Flywheel housing-SAE No. 00
Generators and Attachments
  • Matched to the performance and output characteristics of Cat engines
  • Random wound
  • Busbar connections, right side extension box, bottom cable entry - 60 Hz models: NEMA standard hole pattern
  • Permanent magnet
  • LV
  • HV:
  • MV:
  • 6 Lead
  • Winding temperature detectors
  • NEMA Class H insulation, Class H temperature rise at 40C ambient(125C prime / 150C standby) - 60 Hz models: NEMA standard hole pattern
  • Class H insulation, Class F temperature rise at 40C ambient (105C prime / 130C standby)
  • 3 Phase brushless, salient pole
  • Anti condensation space heater
  • NEMA Class H insulation, Class H temperature rise at 40C ambient(125C prime / 150C standby)
  • Form wound
Governing System
  • ADEM A3
Lube System
  • Gear type lube oil pump
  • Oil filter, filler and dipstick
  • Oil drain lines and valve
  • Integral lube oil cooler
  • Lubricating oil
  • Fumes disposal
Mounting System
  • Rails - engine / generator / radiator mounting
  • Rubber anti-vibration mounts (shipped loose)
  • Anti-vibration mounts (shipped loose)
Starting System
  • 45 Amp charging alternator
  • 24 Volt electric starting motor
  • Battery disconnect switch
  • Battery and battery rack w/cables
Exhaust
  • Exhaust mufflers
Air Inlet System
  • Dual element air cleaner
  • Standard ambient radiators
  • Single element Filter
  • Standard ambient ATAAC radiators
  • Optional radiator arrangements
Generator
  • Permanent magnet excitation (PMG)
  • Oversize and premium generators
  • Internal excitation (IE)
  • Anti-condensation heater
Control Panels
  • Load share module
  • Empty upper box
  • Generator main terminal box
  • Annunciator - remote
  • EMCP 4.3, EMCP 4.4
  • Digital I/O module
  • Cable Shroud
  • Remote monitoring software
  • Vandal proof panel cover
  • Side extension box
  • Generator temperature monitoring & protection
  • Annunciator - local
Cooling System
  • Water level switch gauges
  • Coolant
Mounting
  • IBC isolators
  • Spring-type vibration isolator
Crankcase Systems
  • No explosion relief valves
  • Explosion relief valve
  • Crankcase ventilation systems
  • Crankcase protection groups:
Exhaust System
  • Tier 4 dosing cabinet
  • Y Adapters
  • Flanges
  • Flange and exhaust expanders
  • Elbows>
  • Mufflers
  • Tier 4 lean emissions moduel
  • Clean emission parts
  • Flexible fittings
  • Tier 4 clean emission MOD kits
  • Exhaust offset
Starting/Charging
  • Charging alternator
  • Battery chargers
  • Oversize batteries
  • Heavy-duty starting system
  • Jacket water heater
  • Air starting motor with control and silencer
Extended Service Coverage
  • Platinum, Silver and Gold coverage
General
  • The following options are based on regional and product configuration:
  • UL 2200 package
  • EEC Declaration of Conformity
  • CSA Certification
  • Enclosures: sound attenuated, weather protective
  • EU Certificate of Conformance (CE)
  • Seismic Certification per applicable building codes: IBC 2000, IBC 2003, IBC 2006, IBC 2009, CBC 2007
  • Integral & sub-base UL listed dual wall fuel tanks
  • Automatic transfer switches (ATS)
  • Integral & sub-base fuel tanks
Fuel System
  • Gas fuel filter
  • Primary fuel filter
  • Fuel priming pump (Tier 4)
Generators and Attachments
  • 1600 Frame - 380, 400, 415 Volts, 3 Phase 1500 rpm ,FW, PM, No. of leads = 6, Pitch = .6667
  • Hi voltage optional attachments
  • Differential current transformers
  • 1600 Frame - 380, 400, 415 Volts, 3 Phase 1500 rpm, RW, PM, No. of leads = 6, Pitch = .6667
  • Generators high voltage
  • Space heater kit
  • Generator conversions
  • 1600 Frame - 380, 400, 415 Volts, 3 Phase 1500 rpm, RW, IE, No. of leads = 6, Pitch = .6667
  • 2700 Frame - 6300, 6600, 6900 Volts, 3 Phase 1500 rpm, FW, PM, No. of leads = 6, Pitch = .6667
  • 3000 Frame - 10000, 10500, 11000 Volts, 3 Phase 1500 rpm, FW, PM, No. of leads = 6, Pitch = .6667
  • 1800 Frame
  • Alternator air cleaner
Instrumentation
  • Pyrometer and Termocouples
Lube System
  • Prelube pump groups
  • Oil level regulator
  • Lube oil in standard sump
Mounting System
  • IBC vibration isolators
  • Puck style low efficiency isolators
  • Spring type vibration isolators
Power Connections
  • Cable entry - right side
  • Cable entry - rear
  • Grounding groups
  • left side power connections
  • Neutral ground connections
  • Center post busbar
  • Right side power connections
  • Cable entry - left side
  • Rear power connections
Power Termination
  • Circuit breakers - LV packages
  • Circuit breakers, UL listed
  • 2000, 2500, 3200 Amp, 3 Pole, IEC rated circuit breakers
  • Circuit breakers, IEC compliant
  • 2000, 2500, 3200 Amp, 4 Pole, IEC rated circuit breakers
  • 1600, 2000, 2500, 3000 and 4000 Amp, 3 Pole, UL-100% rated circuit breakers
Special Tests / Reports
  • Standard engine test
  • Torsional vibration analysis
  • Fuel consumption test
  • PGS test report @ 1.0 power factor
  • OSPD certification
  • PGS test report @ 0.8 power factor
  • Generator set report
Starting / Charging
  • Engine barring devices
  • Electric starting motors
  • Jacket water heaters
  • Starter covers
  • Batteries, racks and cables
  • Air pressure regulator
  • 10, 20, 35 Amp battery chargers
  • 50 Amp NFPA battery charger
  • Air starting motors