3516C Generator Set
Producing reliable power from 2275 to 2750 kVA at 50 Hz, our 3516C diesel generator sets are made to meet your mission critical, standby and prime applications. We've designed each to ISO 8528-5 transient response requirements and to accept 100% rated load in one step. The generator set offers both low fuel consumption and low emission systems.
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Specifications
| Name | Type | Value | Unit Value (Imperial) | Unit Name | Unit Value (Metric) | Unit Name (Metric) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Standby Rating | text | 2750 kVA | ||||
| Prime Power Rating | text | 2500 kVA | ||||
| Emissions/Fuel Strategy | text | Low Fuel, Low Emissions |
Documents & Spec Sheets
Electric Power Ratings Guide
Download3516C, 50 Hz, 2750 kVA Standby/MC, 2500 kVA Prime, 2275 kVA Continuous, Low Fuel Consumption Spec Sheet
Download3516C, 50 Hz, 2750 kVA Standby/MC, 2500 kVa Prime, Low Emissions Spec Sheet
Download3516C, 50 Hz, 2500 kVA, Prime-DCP, Low Fuel Consumption Spec Sheet
Download3516C, 50 Hz, 2500 kVA, Prime-DCP, Low Emissions Spec Sheet
DownloadFeatures & 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
SR5 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
Cat ECS 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
- IBC seismic certification
- EU Declaration of Conformity
- EU Declaration of Incorporation
- Eurasian Conformity (EAC)
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
Worldwide 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) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Standby Rating | text | 2750 kVA | ||||
| Prime Power Rating | text | 2500 kVA | ||||
| Emissions/Fuel Strategy | text | Low Fuel, Low Emissions | ||||
| Voltage | text | 380 to 11000 volts | ||||
| Frequency | text | 50 Hz | ||||
| Speed | text | 1500 rpm | ||||
| Duty Cycle | text | Standby, Mission Critical, Prime, Continuous | ||||
| Maximum Rating | text | 2750 kVA | ||||
| Minimum Rating | text | 2500 kVA | ||||
| Engine Model | text | 3516C, ATAAC, V-16,4-Stroke Water-Cooled Diesel | ||||
| Bore | measurement | 6.69 | in | 170 | mm | |
| Stroke | measurement | 8.46 | in | 215 | mm | |
| Displacement | measurement | 4764.73 | in | 78 | l | |
| Compression Ratio | text | 14.7:1 | ||||
| Aspiration | text | TA | ||||
| Fuel System | text | Electronic unit injection | ||||
| Governor Type | text | Adem™3 | ||||
| Length - Maximum | measurement | 276.3 | in | 7019 | mm | |
| Width - Maximum | measurement | 92.1 | in | 2339 | mm | |
| Height - Maximum | measurement | 118.2 | in | 3003 | mm | |
| Dry Weight - Genset (maximum) | measurement | 39090 | lb | 17731 | kg |
Standard Equipment
Air Inlet
- Air cleaner
Cooling
- Package mounted radiator
Exhaust
- Exhaust flange outlet
Fuel
- Fuel priming pump
- Secondary fuel filters
- Primary fuel filter with integral water separator
Generator
- Matched to the performance and output characteristics of Cat engines
- IP23 Protection
Power Termination
- Busbar
Control Panel
- Cat ECS 100
General
- Paint - Caterpillar yellow except rails and radiators gloss black
Optional Equipment
Exhaust
- Exhaust mufflers
Generator
- Excitation: [ ] Permanent magnet excitation (PMG) Excited (PM) [ ] Internally Excited (IE)
- Anti-condensation heater
- Oversize and premium generators
Power Termination
- Circuit breakers, UL listed
- Circuit breakers, IEC compliant
Control Panels
- EMCP 4.4
- Digital I/O module
- Load share module
- Generator temperature monitoring & protection
- Remote monitoring software
Mounting
- Spring type vibration isolators
- Rubber anti-vibration mounts
- IBC isolators
Starting/Charging
- Jacket water heater
- Charging alternator
- Oversize batteries
- Battery chargers
- Heavy duty starting system
- Air starting motor with control and silencer
General
- UL 2200 package
- EU Certificate of Conformance (CE)
- Seismic Certification per applicable building codes: IBC 2000, IBC 2003, IBC 2006, IBC 2009, CBC 2007
- EEC Declaration of Conformity
- Integral & sub-base UL listed dual wall fuel tanks
- The following options are based on regional and product configuration:
- Automatic transfer switches (ATS)
- Enclosures: Sound attenuated, weather protective
- CSA Certification
- Integral & sub-base fuel tanks