C18 Generator Set
The C18 diesel generator sets developed for mission critical, standby and prime applications. Producing reliable power from 455 to 600 ekW at 60 Hz, meeting ISO 8528-5 transient response requirements and built to accept 100 % rated load in one step. Our C18 generator sets range from low fuel consumption systems to EPA Stationary Emergency (Tier 2) certified 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 | 600 ekW | ||||
| Standby Rating | text | 550/600/650/715/750 ekW | ||||
| Minimum Rating | text | 455 ekW |
Documents & Spec Sheets
Electric Power Ratings Guide
DownloadC18, DE650SE0, 60 Hz, 650 ekW Standby, 600 ekW Prime, Low BSFC Spec Sheet
DownloadC18, DE715SE0, 60 Hz, 716 ekW Standby, 650 ekW Prime, Low BSFC Spec Sheet
DownloadC18, DE750SE0, 60 Hz, 750 ekW Standby, 680 ekW Prime, Low BSFC Spec Sheet
DownloadC18, DE550SE0, 60 Hz, 550 ekW Standby, 500 ekW Prime, Non-Certified Emissions Spec Sheet
DownloadC18 for industrial applications
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
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 1.2 and GCCP 1.5 ControlPanel
GCCP Control Panel
- GCCP 1.2 and GCCP 1.5 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
EMCP Control Panel
GCCP Control Panel
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
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) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Maximum Rating | text | 600 ekW | ||||
| Standby Rating | text | 550/600/650/715/750 ekW | ||||
| Minimum Rating | text | 455 ekW | ||||
| Prime Power Rating | text | 500/545/600/650/680 ekW | ||||
| Emissions/Fuel Strategy | text | Low BSFC | ||||
| Voltage | text | 208 to 600 Volts | ||||
| Frequency | text | 60 Hz | ||||
| Speed | text | 1800 rpm | ||||
| Duty Cycle | text | Standby, Prime | ||||
| Engine Model | text | C18 ATAAC, I-6, 4-Stroke Water-Cooled Diesel | ||||
| Bore | measurement | 5.71 | in | 145 | mm | |
| Stroke | measurement | 7.2 | in | 183 | mm | |
| Displacement | measurement | 1106.4 | in³ | 18.1 | l | |
| Compression Ratio | text | 14.5:1 | ||||
| Aspiration | text | Air to Air Aftercooled | ||||
| Fuel System | text | Electronic unit injection | ||||
| Governor Type | text | Adem™A4 | ||||
| Length - Maximum | measurement | 218.5 | in | 5550 | mm | |
| Width - Maximum | measurement | 80.9 | in | 2056 | mm | |
| Height - Maximum | measurement | 107.8 | in | 2737 | mm |
Standard Equipment
Air Inlet
- Air cleaner
Air Inlet System
- Light duty air cleaner
- Turbocharger
- Aftercooler core
Governing System
- Cat electronic governor (ADEM A4)
Control System
- GCCP 1.2
Cooling
- Radiator and cooling fan with guard
- Fan drive, battery charging alternator drive
- Coolant drain line with valve
- Caterpillar extended life coolant
- Package mounted radiator
Exhaust
- Exhaust flange outlet
Exhaust System
- Stainless steel exhaust flex gaskets, raincap and SAE exhaust flange for customer use - shipped loose
Fuel
- Fuel priming pump
- Secondary fuel filters
- Primary fuel filter with integral water separator
Fuel System
- Standard 8 hour open set fuel tank
Generator and Attachments
- Matched to the performance and output characteristics of Cat engines
- Integrated voltage regulator (IVR)
- Segregated low voltage (AC/DC) wiring panel
- A Frame generator - IP21 protection
- Integrated voltage regulator (IVR)
- Mandatory option circuit breaker, IEC, 3 pole, mounted in power centre
- Power center, IP22
Generator
- IP23 Protection
- Matched to the performance and output characteristics of Cat engines
- Load adjustment module provides engine relief upon load impact and improves load acceptance and recovery time
Power Termination
- Busbar
Control Panel
- GCCP 1.2 and GCCP 1.5
Lube System
- Lubricating oil
- Oil drain valves
Mounting
- Rubber vibration isolators
Mounting System
- Captive linear vibration isolators between base and engine-generator. includes lifting provisions and termination points for coolant and lube oil drain lines
Starting/Charging
- 24 Volt battery with rack and cables
- 24 volt starting motor
- Batteries
General
- Engine and alternator pre-paint, Caterpillar yellow
- Paint - Caterpillar yellow except rails and radiators gloss black
Optional Equipment
Air Inlet System
- Dual element air cleaner
- Single element air cleaner
Exhaust
- Industrial, residential, critical mufflers
Circuit breakers
- 3 Pole (IEC-100% rated) Circuit breakers - Motorised
- Power terminal strip
- 3 Pole (IEC-100% rated) Circuit breakers - Package mounted
- Shunt trip for IEC breaker
- Padlockable circuit breaker device
- Circuit breaker (IEC) Auxiliary contacts
- 4 Pole (IEC-100% rated) Circuit breakers - Package mounted
- 4 Pole (IEC-100% rated) Circuit breakers - Motorised
Generator
- Anti-condensation heater
- Oversize and premium generators
- Excitation: [ ] Permanent magnet excitation (PMG) Excited (PM) [ ] Internally Excited (IE)
Power Termination
- Circuit breakers, UL listed
- Circuit breakers, IEC compliant
Control Panel
- GCCP 1.2, GCCP 1.5
Control Panels
- Load share module
- Local & remote annunciator modules
- Remote monitoring software
- Digital I/O module
Control System
- Protective devices: Earth fault relay - earth leageage Ground fault relay - Overload shutdown via breaker - Low fuel level alarm - Low fuel level shutdown - High fuel level alarm - Fuel level sensor
- Local alarm modules
- Local alarm horn
- Oil temperature displays
- GCCP 1.5
- Volt free contact
- Remote annunciator module
Starting/Charging
- Heavy duty starting system
- Battery chargers
- Jacket water heater
- Charging alternator
- Oversize batteries
Cooling System
- Low coolant temperature alarm
- Radiator duct flange
Enclosures
- Sound attenuated enclosures
Exhaust System
- Engine mounted muffler
- 8 and 10 inch GP flanges
- 10, 25 and 35 end in / end out mufflers
- Manifold and turbocharger guards
- 8 and 10 inch elbow kits
Fuel System
- Manual fuel transfer pump
- Optional BS799 Compliant Integral - Dual wall fuel tank base
- Fuel transfer system
General
- Single or dual wall integral fuel tanks
- Automatic transfer switches (ATS)
- UL 2200 package
- The following options are based on regional and product configuration:
- Single or dual wall sub-base fuel tanks
- EEC Declaration of Conformity
- Sound attenuated, weather protective or high ambient weather protective enclosure
- Enclosures: Sound attenuated, weather protective
- EU Certificate of Conformance (CE)
- CSA Certification
- Seismic Certification per applicable building codes: IBC 2000, IBC 2003, IBC 2006, IBC 2009, CBC 2007
- Integral & sub-base UL listed dual wall fuel tanks
- Narrow, wide or skid base
Generator and Attachments
- Ingress protection
- Permanent magnet excitation (PMG)
- A Frame CIP generator
- LC frame generator
- LC frame oversize generators
- A Frame oversize generator
- LC frame CIP generator
- Space heaters
Lube System
- Manual sump pump
Starting and Charging
- Jacket water heaters
- 5 Amp Battery charger
- Battery disconnect switch