C13 Generator Set
The C13 diesel generator sets have been developed for your mission critical, standby and prime applications. Producing reliable power from 320 to 400 ekW at 60 Hz, each generator set has been designed to meet ISO 8528-5 transient response requirements and built to accept 100 % rated load in one step. Our C13 generator sets are certified to Low Fuel Consumption Emissions / Fuel Strategy.
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Specifications
| Name | Type | Value | Unit Value (Imperial) | Unit Name | Unit Value (Metric) | Unit Name (Metric) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Maximum Rating | text | 400 ekW | ||||
| Standby Rating | text | 350/400 ekW | ||||
| Minimum Rating | text | 320 ekW |
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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
A-Frame 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
GCCP 1.3 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 55°C (131°F)
- Contact your Cat Dealer for specific ambient and altitude capabilities
Certifications
UL2200 Listed; CSA 22.2; Certification of Compliance – IBC Seismic; Dual IBC & HCAI
One Safe Source
- Components used in the generator set are selected based on seamless design integration to provide the optimum 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 | 400 ekW | ||||
| Standby Rating | text | 350/400 ekW | ||||
| Minimum Rating | text | 320 ekW | ||||
| Prime Power Rating | text | 320/365 ekW | ||||
| Emissions/Fuel Strategy | text | U.S. EPA Tier 3 Certified | ||||
| Voltage | text | 208 to 600 Volts | ||||
| Frequency | text | 60 Hz | ||||
| Speed | text | 1800 rpm | ||||
| Duty Cycle | text | Standby, Prime | ||||
| Engine Model | text | C13 ACERT In-line 6, 4-cycle diesel | ||||
| Bore | measurement | 5.12 | in | 130 | mm | |
| Stroke | measurement | 6.2 | in | 157 | mm | |
| Displacement | measurement | 763 | in³ | 12.5 | B | |
| Compression Ratio | text | 16.3:1 | ||||
| Aspiration | text | Turbocharged Air to Air Aftercooled | ||||
| Fuel System | text | MEUI | ||||
| Governor Type | text | Adem™A4 | ||||
| Length - Maximum | measurement | 186.7 | in | 4743 | mm | |
| Width - Maximum | measurement | 79.3 | in | 2014 | mm | |
| Height - Maximum | measurement | 84 | in | 2133 | mm |
Standard Equipment
Air Inlet System
- Turbocharger
- Aftercooler core
- Air cleaner; light duty with disposable paper filter
Starting / Charging
- Charging alternator
- 24 Volt electric starting motor
Control Panel
- GCCP 1.3
Control System Controller
- GCCP 1.3
Cooling System
- Fan drive, battery charging alternator drive
- Caterpillar extended life coolant
- Coolant drain line with valve
- Radiator and cooling fan with guard
Certification
- EPA stationary emergency use
Exhaust System
- Stainless steel exhaust flex, gaskets, raincap & SAE exhaust flange for customer use - shipped loose
Base / Fuel Tank
- Audio and visual fuel alarm
Fuel System
- Standard open set fuel tank/base supplied
- Base, formed steel with single wall integral 8-hour fuel tank
Protection
- Safety shutoff - Overspeed
- Safety shutoff - Low oil pressure
- Safety shutoff - High water temperature
Generator and Attachments
- Segregated low voltage (AC/DC) wiring panel
- Power center, IP22
- A Frame generator - IP21 Protection
- Integrated voltage regulator (IVR)
- Optional LC Frame generator - IP23 Protection
- Mandatory option circuit breaker, IEC, 3 pole, mounted in power centre
Governing System
- Cat electronic governor (ADEM A4)
Lube System
- Oil cooler
- Oil drain valves
- Lubricating oil
Mounting System
- Includes lifting provisions and termination points for coolant and lube oil drain lines
- Captive linear vibration isolators between base and engine-generator
Starting / Charging System
- 24V battery with rack and cables
General
- Engine and alternator pre-paint, Caterpillar yellow
Optional Equipment
European Certificates
- Global Certification for CIS
- EU Certificate of Conformance (CE)
Air Inlet System
- Single element air cleaner
- Dual element air cleaner
Circuit breakers
- Padlockable circuit breaker device
- 3 Pole (IEC-100% rated) Circuit breaker
- Shunt trip for IEC circuit breaker
- 4 Pole (IEC-100% rated) Circuit breaker - Motorised
- Circuit breaker (IEC) Auxiliary contacts
- 4 Pole (IEC-100% rated) Circuit breaker
- Power terminal strip
- 3 Pole (IEC-100% rated) Circuit breakers - Motorised
Control Panels
- Control panel protective devices: Earth fault relay ; Earth leakage ground fault ; Overload shutdown via breaker ; Low fuel level alarm ; Low fuel level shutdown ; High fuel level alarm ; Fuel level sensor
- GCCP 1.4
- Volt free contacts
- Local alarm modules: Local annunciator
- Remote annunciator module
Cooling System
- Radiator duct flange
- Stone guards
- Low coolant temperature alarm
Enclosures
- Sound attenuated enclosures
- High ambient sound attenuated enclosures
Exhaust System
- Flexible 8 inch exhaust fittings
- Mufflers - End in/end out
- 10, 25 and 35 dBA attenuation
- 6 and 8 inch elbow kit
- 6 and 8 inch flange GP
Fuel System
- Fuel transfer system controls
- Manual fuel transfer pump
- Integral dual wall fuel tank base
Generator and Attachments
- LC frame generator
- LC CIP generator
- Space heaters
- Ingress protection
- A Frame oversize generator
- Permanent magnet excitation (PMG) generator
- A Frame CIP generator
Lube System
- Manual sump pump
Mounting System
- Narrow skid base
starting / Charging System
starting / Charging System
- Battery disconnect switch
- Jacket water heater
- 5 Amp single Battery charger