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Our industrial diesel generators produce reliable power from 1230 to 1500 kW at 60 Hz. The 3512B diesel gensets are made to provide continuous power solutions for your business operation as well as supply standby and emergency power. Diesel engines are parallelable and meet prime applications. We've designed each to ISO 8528-5 transient response requirements and to accept 100% rated load in one step. Cat® generators are available in low fuel consumption and low emissions configurations.
FAQS
Q. Can we burn HVO (hydrotreated vegetable oil) in this generator to help achieve our Sustainability goals?
A. Yes, the 3512B can burn HVO to help reduce emissions.
Q. Does the Cat generator meet 10 second starting requirements?
A. Yes, with the appropriate configuration our generators are capable of 10 second starting to meet emergency needs or customer requirements.
Q. Does this generator comply with ISO 8528 guidelines?
A. Yes, the 3512B, like all of our generators, is tested in accordance with the load steps outlined in with ISO 8528, Part 5.
Q. Is this generator noisy?
A. We offer a number of options for sound attenuation including silencers and sound attenuated enclosures for many of our generators to reduce the dB(A) levels.
Q. Where can I obtain replacement parts for a Cat generator?
A. Replacement spares are available from Cat dealers in over 200 countries worldwide.
- Cat® Generators are fully integrated power systems thaat provide continuous power for data centers, healthcare facilities or anywhere reliable power is required
- Industry leading generator technologies
- BMEP is 18% lower than other brands which means the Cat generator provides superiort block load capability and durability
- Worldwide support with 1,800 dealer branch stores operating in 200 countries. Get extensive post-sale support, including maintenance and repair agreements
| Standby Rating | 1500/1400 kW 1500/1400 kW |
| Prime Power Rating | 1360/1275 kW 1360/1275 kW |
| Emissions/Fuel Strategy | Low Fuel, Low Emissions Low Fuel, Low Emissions |
| Voltage | 380 to 480 Volts 380 to 480 Volts |
| Frequency | 60 Hz 60 Hz |
| Speed | 1800 rpm 1800 rpm |
| Duty Cycle | Standby, Mission Critical, Prime, Continuous Standby, Mission Critical, Prime, Continuous |
| Maximum Rating | 1500 kW 1500 kW |
| Minimum Rating | 1230 kW 1230 kW |
| Engine Model | 3512B TA, V-12, 4-Stroke Water-Cooled Diesel 3512B TA, V-12, 4-Stroke Water-Cooled Diesel |
| Bore | 6.69 in 170 mm |
| Stroke | 7.48 in 190 mm |
| Displacement | 51.8 in³ 3161.03 l |
| Compression Ratio | 14.0:1 Std 15.5:1 HD 14.0:1 Std 15.5:1 HD |
| Aspiration | TA TA |
| Fuel System | Electronic Unit Injection Electronic Unit Injection |
| Governor Type | ADEM™ A3 ADEM™ A3 |
| Length - Maximum | 207.8 in 5279 mm |
| Width - Maximum | 90 in 2286 mm |
| Height - Maximum | 94.9 in 2409 mm |
| Dry Weight - Genset (minimum) | 24297 lb 11021 kg |
| Dry Weight - Genset (maximum) | 24959 lb 11321 kg |
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