Diesel Generator Sets:

3516B Generator Set

Height - Maximum
98.2 in
Length - Maximum
234.5 in
Width - Maximum
90 in
Minimum Rating
1750 kVA

The 3516B generator set has been developed for a wide range of applications, from emergency standby installations such as healthcare and datacenters to continuously powering remote installations. The packages can be optimized for performance that matters to you with either low emissions or low fuel consumption versions available. Backed by the worldwide network of Cat dealers ready to support your operation with technical support, service, parts, and warranty, Cat generator sets will provide the reliability and durability you expect.



Product Specs

  • Generator Set Dimensions

  • Height - Maximum
    98.2in
    Length - Maximum
    234.5in
    Width - Maximum
    90in
    Dry Weight - Genset (maximum)
    34460lb
  • Generator Set Specifications

  • Minimum Rating
    1750 kVA
    Maximum Rating
    2250 kVA
    Voltage
    380 to 11000 Volts
    Frequency
    50 Hz
    Speed
    1500 rpm
    Emissions/Fuel Strategy
    Low fuel, Low Emissions
    Duty Cycle
    Standby, Mission Critical, Prime, Continuous
    Duty Cycle
    Standby, Prime, Continuous
  • Engine Specifications

  • Engine Model
    3516B TA, V-16, 4-Stroke Water-Cooled Diesel
    Compression Ratio
    14.0:1 Std
    Aspiration
    TA
    Governor Type
    Adem™3
    Fuel System
    Electronic unit injection
    Bore
    6.69in
    Displacement - HD
    4764.73in³
    Displacement - Std
    4210.64in³
    Stroke - HD
    8.46in
    Stroke - Standard
    7.48in
    Air Inlet
    Single element canister style with service indicator
    Exhaust Flange Size
    203.2 mm (8.0 in)
    Stroke
    7.48in
    Displacement
    4210.64in

Equipment

  • Air Inlet System
    • Air Cleaner; single element canister type
  • Control Panels
    • Auto / start / stop control
    • Engine cool-down timer
    • Environmental sealed front face
    • Emergency stop pushbutton
    • Text alarm / event descriptions
    • 24 Volt DC operation
    • Controls:
    • Generator mounted - Rear facing
    • IVR includes reactive droop capability, 3-phase voltage sensing, KVAR / PF modes, RFI suppression, min / max exciter.
    • Limiter and exciter diode monitor
    • Generator set packages include Caterpillar' s Voltage Regulator.
    • EMCP 4.2B
    • Speed adjust
    • Alarm acknowledge
    • Engine cycle crank
    • Load histogram feature
    • Lamp test
    • Digital indication for:
    • Customizable screens -0 True RMS AC metering, 3-phase, +/-2% accuracy
    • RPM
    • PLC functionality
    • Operating hours
    • Oil pressure (psi, kPa or bar)
    • Coolant temperature
    • DC volts
    • Power Factor (per phase & average)
    • Volts (L-L & L-N)
    • kW (per phase, average & percent)
    • Amps (per phase & average)
    • Frequency (Hz)
    • kVA (per phase, average & percent)
    • kVAr (per phase, average & percent
    • Low oil pressure - High coolant temperature
    • kVAr-hr (total)
    • High coolant temperature
    • Warning/shutdown with common LED indication of shutdowns for:
    • kW-hr (total)
    • Overspeed
    • Low coolant temperature
    • Failure to start (overcrank)
    • Emergency stop
    • Over/Under voltage (27 / 59)
    • Generator phase sequence
    • Low coolant level
    • Programmable protective relaying functions:
    • 6 Customer programmable digital inputs
    • Over/Under Frequency (81 o/u)
    • Reverse Reactive Power (kVAr) (32RV)
    • Serial annunciator module data link
    • Reverse Power (kW) (32)
    • Number of I/O varies on options selected:
    • Overcurrent (50 / 51)
    • Cat Connect
    • 4 Programmable relay outputs (Form A)
    • Communications:
    • Customer data link (Modbus RTU)
    • 1 Programmable digital outputs
    • 1 Programmable relay outputs (Form C)
    • Accessory module data link
    • 3 Analog inputs
  • Cooling System
    • Certified standard PGS provided
    • ATAAC - 3516E Package Radiators shipped installed
  • Exhaust System
    • Dry exhaust manifold
    • Flanged faced outlet(s)
  • Fuel System
    • Fuel cooler; not included with packages without radiator
    • Secondary fuel filters
    • Fuel priming pump
    • Flexible fuel lines - shipped loose
  • General
    • Right hand servicing
    • SAE Standard rotation
    • Flywheel and flywheel housing - SAE No. 00
    • Caterpillar yellow with high gloss black rails and radiator
  • Generator And Attachments
    • Busbar connections, right side extension box, bottom cable entry
    • High Voltage:
    • NEMA Class H insulation, Class H temperature rise at 40C ambient (125C prime / 150C standby)
    • Form wound
    • Internal excitation
    • NEMA Class H insulation, Class H temperature rise at 40C ambient (125C prime / 150C standby)
    • 3 Phase brushless, salient pole
    • Medium Voltage:
    • NEMA standard hole pattern
    • Permanent magnet
    • Permanent magnet
    • Winding temperature detectors
    • Class H insulation, Class F temperature rise at 40C ambient (105C prime / 130C standby)
    • Winding temperature detectors
    • Low voltage:
    • Form wound
    • 6 Leads
       
    • Random wound
    • Anti Condensation Space Heater
    • Winding temperature detectors
    • Busbar connections, top center mounted, top cable entry
    • NEMA standard hole pattern
  • Governing System
    • ADEM A3
  • Literature
    • English
  • Lubrication System
    • Integral lube oil cool
    • Lubricating oil
    • Oil filter, filler and dipstick
    • Gear type lube oil pump
    • Oil drain lines and valve
    • Fumes disposal
  • Mounting System
    • Rails - engine / generator / radiator mounting
    • Rubber anti-vibration mounts (shipped loose)
    • Anti-vibration mounts (shipped loose)
  • Starting System
    • 24 Volt electric starting motor
    • 45 Amp charging alternator
    • Battery disconnect switch
    • Battery and battery rack w/cables
  • Control System
    • EMCP 4.3, EMCP 4.4
    • Controller: [ ] EMCP 4.2 [ ] EMCP 4.3 [ ] EMCP 4.4
    • Local annunciator module: [ ] NFPA 110 [ ] Custom
  • Air Inlet System
    • Dual element air cleaner
    • Single element filter
  • Engine Options
    • Air Cleaner: [ ] Single element air cleaners [ ] Dual element air cleaners [ ] Heavy duty air cleaners
    • Battery Charger: [ ] 10A [ ] 20A [ ] 35A
    • Starting Aids: [ ] 220V 50 Hz Jacket Water Heater
    • Muffler: [ ] Industrial Grade
    • Starting Motors: [ ] Standard [ ] Heavy Duty
    • Batteries: [ ] Standard (1400 CCA) [ ] Heavy Duty (2800 CCA)
  • Cooling System
    • Standard ambient radiators
    • Coolant
    • Optional installed radiators
    • Optional installed ATAAC radiators
    • Water level switch gauges
    • Standard ambient ATAAC radiators
  • Crankcase System
    • Ventilation system
    • No explosion relief valves
    • Explosion relief valves
  • Exhaust System
    • Y-Adapters
    • Flanges
    • Tier 4 clean emission MOD Kits
    • Clean emission parts
    • Flange and exhaust expanders
    • Flexible fittings
    • Exhaust offset
    • Mufflers
    • Tier 4 dosing cabinet
    • Tier 4 clean emissions module
    • Elbows
  • Alternators
    • Temperature Rise (over 40°C ambient): [ ] 150°C [ ] 125°C [ ] 105°C [ ] 80°C
  • Power Termination
    • Power Termination: [ ] Bus Bar [ ] Circuit Breaker
    • Circuit breaker trip unit: [ ] LSI [ ] LSIG [ ] LSIG-P
    • Circuit Breaker rating: [ ] 2000A [ ] 2500A [ ] 3200A [ ] 4000A
  • Fuel System
    • Fuel Priming Pumps (Tier 4) - Manual or electric
    • Primary Fuel Filter
  • Extended Service Contract (esc)
    • Extended Service Contract (ESC): [ ] 2 Year [ ] 3 Year [ ] 5 Year
  • General
    • Special paint (Colors other than Caterpillar yellow or high performance paints)
    • US aid emblem
  • Generators And Attachments
    • Generator conversion
    • Space heater
    • Alternator air cleaner
    • Low / Medium voltage: 380/400/415 volts, 3 phase 1500 rpm. RW, IE, No. of Leads = 6, Pitch = .6667: 1600 Frame
    • Differential current transformers (DCT)
    • Differntial current transformers (DCT) 8.7 kV and 15 kV classes
    • Thermostate for space heater
    • Low / Medium voltage: 380/400/415 volts, 3 phase 1500 rpm. RW, PM, No. of Leads = 6, Pitch = .6667: 1600 and 1800 Frames
  • Instrumentation
    • Pyrometer and thermocouples
  • Lubrication System
    • Oil level regulator
    • Prelube pumps
    • Lube oil in standard sump
  • Mounting System
    • Puck style low efficiency isolators
    • IBC vibration isolators
    • Spring type vibration isolators
  • Power Connections
    • Neutral ground connections
    • Center post busbar
    • Right side power connections
    • Left side power connections
    • 2700 Frame, four lead, four terminal
    • Ground cables between generator and terminal box
    • Low voltage circuit breakers
    • Rear power connections
  • Special Tests / Reports
    • Torsional vibration analysis reports
    • Generator set fuel consumption test
    • PGS test report @ 1.0 power factor
    • Fuel consumption test
    • Standard engine test charge
    • IBC certification
    • OSHPD certification
    • Canadian Standards Association certification
    • PGS test report @ 0.8 power factor
    • generator test report
  • Starting And Charging
    • 10, 20, 35 and 50 amp battery chargers
    • Air starting motors
    • Air pressure regulator
    • Electric starting motors
    • Starter cover
    • Jacket water heaters
    • Engine barring device
    • 24 Volt battery set - Dry
  • Extended Service Coverage
    • Platinum, Gold and Silver coverage

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