3412C Generator Set
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Specifications
| Name | Type | Value | Unit Value (Imperial) | Unit Name | Unit Value (Metric) | Unit Name (Metric) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Maximum Rating | text | 800 ekW | ||||
| Standby Rating | text | 700/750/800 ekW | ||||
| Minimum Rating | text | 635 ekW |
Documents & Spec Sheets
Features & Benefits
Cat Generator Set Package
- Cat generator set packages have been fully prototype tested
- Accepts 100% block load in one step and meets NFPA 110 loading requirements
- Conform to ISO 8528-5 steady state and transient response requirements
Cat Diesel Engine
- Reliable, rugged, durable design
- Field-proven in thousands of applications worldwide
- Four-stroke-cycle diesel engine combines consistent performance and excellent fuel economy with minimum weight
SR500 Alternator
- Superior motor starting capability minimizes need for oversizing alternator
- Designed to match performance and output characteristics of Cat diesel engines
- Robust Class H insulation
EMCP 4 Control Panel
- User-friendly interface and navigation
- Scalable system to meet a wide range of installation requirement
- Expansion modules and site-specific programming for specific customer requirements
Cooling System
- Designed to operate in standard ambient temperatures up to 50°C (122°F)
- Contact your Cat Dealer for specific ambient and altitude capabilities
Certifications
One Safe Source
- Components used in the generator set are selected at the design stage to provide optimum package performance
- The generator set is fully assembled at a Caterpillar facility following our quality guidelines
- Each generator set package is tested before leaving the Caterpillar facility
- Cat product support, including dealer service, parts and warranty covers the entire Cat power system
World Wide Product Support
- Cat dealers have over 1,800 dealer branch stores operating in 200 countries
- Your local Cat dealer provides extensive post-sale support, including maintenance and repair agreements
Complete Specifications
Generator Set Specifications
| Name | Type | Value | Unit Value (Imperial) | Unit Name | Unit Value (Metric) | Unit Name (Metric) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Maximum Rating | text | 800 ekW | ||||
| Standby Rating | text | 700/750/800 ekW | ||||
| Minimum Rating | text | 635 ekW | ||||
| Prime Power Rating | text | 635/680/725 ekW | ||||
| Emissions/Fuel Strategy | text | Low BSFC | ||||
| Voltage | text | 220 to 480 Volts | ||||
| Frequency | text | 60 Hz | ||||
| Speed | text | 1800 rpm | ||||
| Duty Cycle | text | Standby, Prime | ||||
| Engine Model | text | 3412C TA, V-12, 4-Stroke Water-Cooled Diesel | ||||
| Bore | measurement | 5.4 | in | 137.2 | mm | |
| Stroke | measurement | 6 | in | 152.4 | mm | |
| Displacement | measurement | 1648.86 | in³ | 27.02 | l | |
| Compression Ratio | text | 13:00:01 | ||||
| Aspiration | text | TA | ||||
| Fuel System | text | Pump and Lines | ||||
| Governor Type | text | ADEM™ A5 | ||||
| Length - Maximum | measurement | 162.4 | in | 4125 | mm | |
| Width - Maximum | measurement | 78.3 | in | 1989 | mm | |
| Height - Maximum | measurement | 75 | in | 1906 | mm | |
| Dry Weight - Genset (minimum) | measurement | 5761 | lb | 12700 | kg | |
| Dry Weight - Genset (maximum) | measurement | 13275 | lb | 6021 | kg |
Standard Equipment
Air Inlet System
- Air cleaner, single element canister type
- Single element canister type
Control Panel
- High coolant temperature
- Customer data link (Modbus RTU)
- Low coolant temperature
- Low coolant level
- Communications:
- Run/auto/ stop/control
- Engine cycle crank
- Generator temperature monitoring module
- Power factor (per phase & average)
- Remote CAN annunciator
- Serial annunciator module data link
- DC volts
- Frequency (Hz)
- Operating hours.
- Emergency stop pushbutton
- Digital I/O module
- Local annunciator
- Low oil pressure
- Oil pressure (psi, kPa or bar)
- Emergency stop
- Warning shutdowns:
- Volts (L-L & L-N)
- Remote Serial annunciator
- Speed adjust
- Amps (per phase & average)
- Voltage adjust
- EMCP 4.2B
- Overspeed
- coolant temperature
- Digital Indicator for:
- RPM
- Accessory module data link
- Failure to start (overcrank)
- Controls:
- Compatible with the following optional modules:
Cooling System
- Caterpillar extended life coolant
- Radiator with guard (sized for 50 degrees C)
- Fan and belt guards
- Coolant drain line with valve
Exhaust System
- Stainless steel exhaust flex with ANSI style outlet flange
Fuel System
- Primary and Secondary fuel filters
- Fuel priming pump
- Water separator
Generator and Attachments
- 3 Phase sensing
- SR4B self excited
- Class F temperature rise
- VR6B voltage regulator
- Busbar termination
- 12 Leads
- Class H insulation
- 2:1 Volts/Hz
- Reactive droop
Governing System
- Cat electronic governor
Lube System
- Oil drain line with valve
- Lubricating oil
- Oil filter
Mounting System
- Base, formed steel with linear vibration isolators between base and engine-generator
Starting / Charging System
- Battery with rack, cables
- 45 Amp Charging alternator
- Fuel shutoff solenoid
- 24 Volt starting motor
General
- Paint - Caterpillar yellow except rails and radiators gloss black
Optional Equipment
Air Inlet System
- Air cleaner - Dual element
- Air cleaner - Heavy element
- Air cleaner - single element
Certificates
- EU Certification
Circuit breakers
- 4 Pole Circuit breakerswith shunt trip
- 3 Pole Circuit breakers with shunt trip
- Power terminal strip
Control Panel
- EMCP 4.3, EMCP 4.4
- Temperature monitoring package
- Vandal proof panel door
- Generator running VFC
- Earth leakage Ground fault relay
- Common alarm/shutdown relay
Cooling System
- Jacket water heater
- Radiator duct flange
- Radiator removal
Exhaust System
- Muffler 10 dBA attenuation
- Manifold and turbocharger guards
- Muffler 35 dBA attenuation
- Elbow mounting kit
- Through wall installation kit
Fuel System
- Manual fuel transfer pump
- Automatic fuel transfer system
Generator and Attachments
- Internal excitation (IE)
- Anti-condensation heater
- Permanent magnet excitation (PMG)
- Oversize and premium generators
Governing System
- Electronic load share
Lube System
- Manual sump pump
Mounting System
- Fuel tank base (1200 Ltr)
Special Tests / Reports
- PGS Test report @ 1.0 power factor
- PGS Test report @ 0.8 power factor
- Factory witness test
Starting / Charging system
- Oversize battery set
- Battery chargers
- Heavy duty starting system
- Battery disconnect switch
- Battery removal
Enclosures
- DC lighting package
- Weather protective enclosure (WP)
- Sound attenuated enclosure (SA)