C18 Generator Set
The C18 diesel generator sets have been developed for your mission critical, standby and prime applications. Producing reliable power from 550 to 715 kVA at 50 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, Low Emissions and China Nonroad III Emission Standards 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 | 715 kVA | ||||
| Standby Rating | text | 605/660/715/780/850 kVA | ||||
| Minimum Rating | text | 550 kVA |
Documents & Spec Sheets
Electric Power Ratings Guide
DownloadC18, DE605E0, 50 Hz, 605 kVA Standby, 550 kVA Prime, Non-Certified Emissions Spec Sheet
DownloadC18, DE600C3, 50 Hz, 600 kVA Prime, China Non-Road-III Spec Sheet
DownloadDE715E0, 50 Hz, 715 kVA Standby, 650 kVA Prime, Non-Certified Emissions Spec Sheet
DownloadC18, DE660E0, 50 Hz, 660 kVA Standby, 600 kVA Prime, Non-Certified Emissions Spec Sheet
DownloadC18, DE780E0, 50 Hz, 780 kVA Standby, 706 kVA Prime, Low BSFC Spec Sheet
DownloadC18, DE850E0, 50 Hz, 850 kVA Standby, 770 kVA Prime, Low BSFC 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
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
GCCP1.3 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
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 | 715 kVA | ||||
| Standby Rating | text | 605/660/715/780/850 kVA | ||||
| Minimum Rating | text | 550 kVA | ||||
| Prime Power Rating | text | 550/600/650/706/770/600 kVA | ||||
| Emissions/Fuel Strategy | text | China Non-Road Stage III Certified / Non-Certified Emissions | ||||
| Voltage | text | 380 to 415 Volts | ||||
| Frequency | text | 50 Hz | ||||
| Speed | text | 1500 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 | 1106.36 | in³ | 18.13 | 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 | 162.4 | in | 4135 | mm | |
| Width - Maximum | measurement | 78.3 | in | 1989 | mm | |
| Height - Maximum | measurement | 75 | in | 1906 | mm |
Standard Equipment
Air Inlet System
- Turbocharger
- Light duty air cleaner
- Aftercooler core
Air Inlet
- Air cleaner
Control System
- GCCP 1.2
Exhaust
- Exhaust flange outlet
Cooling
- Coolant drain line with valve
- Caterpillar extended life coolant
- Fan drive, battery charging alternator drive
- Radiator and cooling fan with guard
Exhaust System
- Stainless steel exhaust flex gaskets, raincap and SAE exhaust flange for customer use - shipped loose
Fuel
- Secondary fuel filters
- Fuel priming pump
- Primary fuel filter with integral water separator
Fuel System
- Standard 8 hour open set fuel tank
Generator
- IP23 Protection
- Load adjustment module provides engine relief upon load impact and improves load acceptance and recovery time
- Matched to the performance and output characteristics of Cat engines
Generator and Attachments
- Segregated low voltage (AC/DC) wiring panel
- Integrated voltage regulator (IVR)
- A Frame generator - IP21 protection
- Integrated voltage regulator (IVR)
- Mandatory option circuit breaker, IEC, 3 pole, mounted in power centre
- Power center, IP22
- Matched to the performance and output characteristics of Cat engines
Power Termination
- Busbar
Governing System
- Cat electronic governor (ADEM A4)
Control Panel
- GCCP Genset Controller
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
General
- Engine and alternator pre-paint, Caterpillar yellow
Optional Equipment
Exhaust
- Industrial, residential, critical mufflers
Air Inlet System
- Dual element air cleaner
- Single element air cleaner
Circuit breakers
- 3 Pole (IEC-100% rated) Circuit breakers - Motorised
- 4 Pole (IEC-100% rated) Circuit breakers - Motorised
- Circuit breaker (IEC) Auxiliary contacts
- Padlockable circuit breaker device
- 3 Pole (IEC-100% rated) Circuit breakers - Package mounted
- 4 Pole (IEC-100% rated) Circuit breakers - Package mounted
- Power terminal strip
- Shunt trip for IEC breaker
Generator
- Anti-condensation heater
- Excitation: [ ] Permanent magnet excitation (PMG) Excited (PM) [ ] Internally Excited (IE)
- Oversize and premium generators
Power Termination
- Circuit breakers, IEC compliant
- Circuit breakers, UL listed
Control Panels
- Local & remote annunciator modules
- Load share module
- Remote monitoring software
- EMCP (4.2) (4.3) (4.4)
- Digital I/O module
Control System
- Oil temperature displays
- GCCP 1.5
- Volt free contact
- 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
- Remote annunciator module
- Local alarm horn
Cooling System
- Low coolant temperature alarm
- Radiator duct flange
Starting/Charging
- Oversize batteries
- Jacket water heater
- Battery chargers
- Heavy duty starting system
- Charging alternator
Enclosures
- Sound attenuated enclosures
Exhaust System
- Manifold and turbocharger guards
- Engine mounted muffler
- 8 and 10 inch elbow kits
- 8 and 10 inch GP flanges
- 10, 25 and 35 end in / end outmufflers
Fuel System
- Fuel transfer system
- Optional BS799 Compliant Integral - Dual wall fuel tank base
- Manual fuel transfer pump
Generator and Attachments
- LC frame generator
- Permanent magnet excitation (PMG)
- LC frame oversize generators
- Space heaters
- A Frame oversize generator
- A Frame CIP generator
- Ingress protection
- LC frame CIP generator
General
- Single or dual wall integral fuel tanks
- UL 2200 package
- Enclosures: Sound attenuated, weather protective
- EU Certificate of Conformance (CE)
- Integral & sub-base UL listed dual wall fuel tanks
- Narrow, wide or skid base
- The following options are based on regional and product configuration:
- Seismic Certification per applicable building codes: IBC 2000, IBC 2003, IBC 2006, IBC 2009, CBC 2007
- EEC Declaration of Conformity
- CSA Certification
- Sound attenuated, weather protective or high ambient weather protective enclosure
- Automatic transfer switches (ATS)
- Single or dual wall sub-base fuel tanks
Lube System
- Manual sump pump
Starting and Charging
- Jacket water heaters
- 5 Amp Battery charger
- Battery disconnect switch