Generator Set Specifications
| Continuous Rating | 1500 ekW 1500 ekW |
| Fuel Type | Natural Gas Natural Gas |
| Maximum Electrical Efficiency | 40.90% 40.90% |
| Frequency | 50 or 60 Hz 50 or 60 Hz |
| RPM | 1500 or 1800 rpm 1500 or 1800 rpm |
Gas Generator Sets CG170-16 K
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- Continuous Rating
- 1500 ekW
- 1500 ekW
- Fuel Type
- Natural Gas
- Natural Gas
- Maximum Electrical Efficiency
- 40.90%
- 40.90%
Overview
1500 kW Generator Set
From natural gas-fueled combined heat and power (CHP) systems and emergency power for facilities, to renewable biogas energy to support the local grid, or electricity generated from coal mine gases, Caterpillar has a wide range of reliable gas power solutions.
Benefits
Cogeneration Up to 8% Savings
On owning and operating costs from improved efficiency
Up to 24% Savings on Service
Extended maintenance intervals leading to lower service costs
Up to 1900 L/Year Lower lube oil consumption
leading to lower service costs and extended maintenance intervals
Product Specifications for CG170-16 K
Engine Specifications
| Engine Model | CG170K-16 CG170K-16 |
| Displacement | 4320 in³ 70.8 l |
| Aspiration | TA TA |
| Bore | 6.7 in 170 mm |
| Stroke | 7.7 in 195 mm |
Generator Set Dimensions
| Length | 261 in 6640 mm |
| Width | 71 in 1810 mm |
| Height | 87 in 2210 mm |
| Dry Weight - Genset | 32848 lb 14900 kg |
CG170-16 K Standard Equipment
Air Inlet
- Two-element single-stage air cleaner with enclosure and service indicator
- Turbocharger for the CG170K comes with a water-cooled bearing case
Control Panels
- TEM(Total Electronic Management)
Exhaust
- Closed crankcase ventilation system
- Low resistence exhaust system
Cooling
- Engine driven water pumps for jacket water and after cooler
- Jacket water and SCAC thermostats
- Flange connections for JW inlet and outlet
Fuel system
- Electronic fuel metering valve
- Pre-chamber spark plugs
- Independently controlled cylinder monitoring and ignition system
Generator
- Reactive droop
- Winding temperature detectors
- 3-phase sensing and KVAR/PF control
- Anti-condensation space heater
- Busbar connections
Starting/Charging
- Battery disconnect switch
- 24V starting motors
General
- Crankshaft vibration damper and guard
CG170-16 K Optional Equipment
Air Inlet
- Mounting stand
- Air cleaner with precleaner
Cooling
- CHP skid
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Electric Power
CG170-16 K
Selected
- Continuous Rating
- 1500 ekW
- 1500 ekW
- Fuel Type
- Natural Gas
- Natural Gas
- Maximum Electrical Efficiency
- 40.90%
- 40.90%
Electric Power
CG170B-12
- Continuous Rating
- 1380 ekW @1.0pf
- 1380 ekW @1.0pf
- Fuel Type
- Natural Gas, Biogas, Coal Gas, Hydrogen Blend (up to 25%)
- Natural Gas, Biogas, Coal Gas, Hydrogen Blend (up to 25%)
- Maximum Electrical Efficiency
- 45.00%
- 45.00%
Electric Power
CG170-16
- Continuous Rating
- 1560 ekW @1.0pf
- 1560 ekW @1.0pf
- Fuel Type
- Natural Gas, Biogas, Coal Gas
- Natural Gas, Biogas, Coal Gas
- Maximum Electrical Efficiency
- 43.30%
- 43.30%
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