Generator Set Specifications
| Continuous Rating | 1125 ekW 1125 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 CG170-12 K
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- Continuous Rating
- 1125 ekW
- 1125 ekW
- Fuel Type
- Natural Gas
- Natural Gas
- Maximum Electrical Efficiency
- 40.90%
- 40.90%
Overview
Natural Gas Generator Set 1000 - 1125 KW
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
Up to 49% Greater oil change interval
Lower lube oil consumption leading to greater time interval between lube oil changes
Up to 31% 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 CG170-12 K
Engine Specifications
| Engine Model | CG170K-12 CG170K-12 |
| Displacement | 3240 in³ 53.1 l |
| Aspiration | TA TA |
| Bore | 6.7 in 170 mm |
| Stroke | 7.7 in 195 mm |
Generator Set Dimensions
| Length | 235 in 5970 mm |
| Width | 71 in 1810 mm |
| Height | 87 in 2210 mm |
| Dry Weight - Genset | 28659.8 lb 13000 kg |
CG170-12 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
- Low resistence exhaust system
- Closed crankcase ventilation system
Cooling
- Jacket water and SCAC thermostats
- Flange connections for JW inlet and outlet
- Engine driven water pumps for jacket water and after cooler
Fuel system
- Pre-chamber spark plugs
- Electronic fuel metering valve
- Independently controlled cylinder monitoring and ignition system
Generator
- Busbar connections
- 3-phase sensing and KVAR/PF control
- Winding temperature detectors
- Reactive droop
- Anti-condensation space heater
Starting/Charging
- 24V starting motors
- Battery disconnect switch
General
- Crankshaft vibration damper and guard
CG170-12 K Optional Equipment
Air Inlet
- Mounting stand
- Air cleaner with precleaner
Cooling
- CHP skid
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Electric Power
CG170-12 K
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- Continuous Rating
- 1125 ekW
- 1125 ekW
- Fuel Type
- Natural Gas
- Natural Gas
- Maximum Electrical Efficiency
- 40.90%
- 40.90%
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- Continuous Rating
- 1000 ekW @1.0pf
- 1000 ekW @1.0pf
- Fuel Type
- Natural Gas, Hydrogen Blend (up to 25%)
- Natural Gas, Hydrogen Blend (up to 25%)
- Maximum Electrical Efficiency
- 41.50%
- 41.50%
Electric Power
CG170-12
- Continuous Rating
- 1200 ekW @1.0pf
- 1200 ekW @1.0pf
- Fuel Type
- Natural Gas, Biogas, Coal Gas
- Natural Gas, Biogas, Coal Gas
- Maximum Electrical Efficiency
- 43.40%
- 43.40%
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