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Producing reliable power from 1600 to 1875 kVA at 50 Hz, our 3512B diesel generator sets are made to meet your mission critical, continuous, standby and prime applications. We've designed each to ISO 8528-5 transient response requirements and to accept 100% rated load in one step. Cat® generator sets offer both low fuel consumption and low emission systems.
FAQ
Q. Does this generator comply with ISO 8528 guidelines?
A. Yes, the 3512B, like all Cat generators, is tested in accordance with the load steps outlined in with ISO 8528, Part 5.
Q. Are Cat generators easy to install?
A. Cat generators can be configured with a number of options for ease of installation.
Q .Does Cat' have much experience with electric power generation?
A. Cat has over 80 years experience with on-site and portable power and has shipped millions of generators to customers around the world.
Q. Does Cat offer generators that support my Sustainability goals?
A. Cat offers generators that can run on a number of renewable fuels including HVO, biodiesel, landfill gas, sewage gas and more.
Q. Will this generator be able to provide emergency power on hot summer days?
A. Most Cat 3500 Series generators can operate in ambient temperatures up to 50°C (122°F), reliably providing power when it is needed.
- Over 200,000 shipped since 1981, leading the large engine market
- Optimised for 11% Lower Fuel Consumption. Demonstrated savings in operating costs
- Over 4,000,000,000 global operating hours.Proven performance in heavy-duty applications
- Worldwide support with 1,800 dealer branch stores operating in 200 countries. Get extensive post-sale support, including maintenance and repair agreements
| Standby Rating | 1875/1750 kVA 1875/1750 kVA |
| Prime Power Rating | 1700/1600 kVA 1700/1600 kVA |
| Emissions/Fuel Strategy | Low Fuel , Low Emissions Low Fuel , Low Emissions |
| Voltage | 400 to 415 Volts 400 to 415 Volts |
| Frequency | 50 Hz 50 Hz |
| Speed | 1500 rpm 1500 rpm |
| Duty Cycle | Standby, Mission Critical, Prime, Continuous Standby, Mission Critical, Prime, Continuous |
| Minimum Rating | 1600 kVA 1600 kVA |
| Maximum Rating | 1875 kVA 1875 kVA |
| 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 |
| Stroke - HD | 8.46 in 215 mm |
| Displacement | 3161.03 in³ 51.8 l |
| Displacement - HD | 3576 in³ 58.56 l |
| Compression Ratio | 15.5:1 HD 15.5:1 HD |
| Aspiration | TA TA |
| Fuel System | Electronic Unit Injection Electronic Unit Injection |
| Governor Type | ADEM™ A3 ADEM™ A3 |
| Length - Minimum | 212.8 in 5404 mm |
| Length - Maximum | 217.1 in 5515 mm |
| Width - Minimum | 90 in 2286 mm |
| Width - Maximum | 90 in 2286 mm |
| Height - Minimum | 94.9 in 2411 mm |
| Height - Maximum | 94.9 in 2411 mm |
| Dry Weight - Genset (minimum) | 25620 lb 11621 kg |
| Dry Weight - Genset (maximum) | 26530 lb 12034 kg |
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