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3512B Diesel Generator Set

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3512B Diesel Generator Set

Standby Rating1875/1750 kVA
Prime Power Rating1700/1600 kVA
Emissions/Fuel StrategyLow Fuel , Low Emissions
Voltage400 to 415 Volts
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Learn more about our 3512B Diesel Generator Set

1600 - 1875 kVA at 50 Hz Diesel Genset
The 3512B generator set has been developed for a wide range of applications, from emergency standby installations such as healthcare and datacenters to continuously powering remote installations. The packages can be optimized for performance that matters to you with either low emissions or low fuel consumption versions available. Backed by the worldwide network of Cat dealers ready to support your operation with technical support, service, parts, and warranty, Cat generator sets will provide the reliability and durability you expect.
Q. Does this generator comply with ISO 8528 guidelines?
A. Yes, the 3512B, like all of our generators, is tested in accordnace the load steps outlined in with ISO 8528, Part 5.

Standby Rating
1875/1750 kVA
Prime Power Rating
1700/1600 kVA
Emissions/Fuel Strategy
Low Fuel , Low Emissions
Voltage
400 to 415 Volts
Frequency
50 Hz
Speed
1500 rpm
Duty Cycle
Standby, Mission Critical, Prime, Continuous
Minimum Rating
1600 kVA
Maximum Rating
1875 kVA
Engine Model
3512B TA, V-12, 4-Stroke Water-Cooled Diesel
Bore
6.69in
Stroke
7.48in
Stroke - HD
8.46in
Displacement
3161.03in³
Displacement - HD
3576in³
Compression Ratio
15.5:1 HD
Aspiration
TA
Fuel System
Electronic Unit Injection
Governor Type
™ A3" data-metric=""> ADEM™ A3
Length - Minimum
212.8in
Length - Maximum
217.1in
Width - Minimum
90in
Width - Maximum
90in
Height - Minimum
94.9in
Height - Maximum
94.9in
Dry Weight - Genset (minimum)
25620lb
Dry Weight - Genset (maximum)
26530lb
EMCP 4.2B
Emergency stop pushbutton
Failure to start (overcrank)
High coolant temperature
4 Programmable digital outputs
Auto/start/stop control
4 Programmable digital inputs
DC volts
Engine cycle crank
Low coolant level
Speed adjust
Low oil pressure
Communications
Frequency (Hz)
Warnings/shutdown indicators
Engine cool-down timer
Operating hours
Emergency stop
Oil pressure
Lamp test
True RMS AC metering, 3-phase, +/-2% accuracy
Digital indication for:
Overspeed
Alarm acknowledge
RPM
24 Volt DC operation
Amps (per phase & average)
Coolant temperature
Volts (L-L & L-N)
ADEM III
SCAC
Coolant drain line with valve
Radiator fan and fan drive
Fan and belt guards
Coolant level sensors
Caterpillar extended life coolant
Dry exhaust manifold
Flanged faced outlet(s)
Fuel cooler; not included with packages without radiator
Flexible fuel lines
Secondary fuel filters.
Fuel priming pump
RFI suppression
Min / max exciter
3 phase brushless, Salient pole
Caterpillar's digital voltage regulator (CDVR)
Class H temperature rise at 40C ambient
Random wound
Winding temperature detectors
Internal excitation (IE)
3 Phase voltage sensing
Busbar connections
6 Leads
NEMA Class H insulation
Parts book
Operation & Maintenance Manual
Lubricating oil
Gear type lube oil pump
Fumes disposal
Oil drain lines and valve
Oil filter, filler and dipstick
Integral lube Oil cooler
Rails - Engine/generator/radiator mounting
Flywheel and Flywheel housing-SAE
Caterpillar yellow with high gloss black rails & radiator
RH service
SAE standard rotation
Dual element air cleaner
Single element filter
Heavy duty air cleaner
Exhaust mufflers
Internal excitation (IE)
Oversize and premium generators
Anti-condensation heater
Permanent magnet excitation (PMG)
EMCP voltage and current sensing groups
CAN2 network equipment
Annunciator modules (Local and remote)
Customer interface options
Load share module options (LV)
EMCP 4.3, EMCP 4.4
Annunciator network equipment
Neutral to ground connection
Generator temperature monitoring
Remote annunciator module (Low voltage)
Local annunciator modules (Low voltage)
Cat connect: Ethernet telematics / Satellite telematics / Cell telematics
Governors (MUI-Low voltage)
Circuit breakers, IEC compliant
Circuit breakers, UL listed
Installed radiators
Coolant
Water level switch gauges
Cooling system attachments
IBC isolators
Rubber anti-vibration mounts
Spring type vibration isolators
Jacket water heater
Oversize batteries
Battery chargers
Charging alternator
Heavy duty starting system
Air starting motor with control and silencer
Flexible fittings
Mufflers
Y Adapters
Elbows
Flange and exhaust expanders
Factory commissioning
Secondary fuel filters
Primary fuel filter
Internally excitation
Permanent magnet excitation (PMG)
RW
6 Leads
Space heater kit
1400 and 1600 Frame
Pitch 0.6667
Low voltage generators 380, 400, 415 Volts 3 Phase, 1500 rpm
Generator conversion kits - PM to IE / IE to PM
EU Certificate of Conformance (CE)
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
UL 2200 package
Pyrometer and thermocouples
Lube oil in standard sump
Standard sump oil pan
Lube oil filters
Drain GP oil pan
Oil level regulator
Prelube pump groups
Crankcase protection group
Crankcase ventilation system
Low efficiency isolators
Low efficiency isolators puck
Low isolators
Spring type vibration isolators
Low voltage - Power connection options
Electrically operated circuit breakers
Low voltage - Package mounted circuit breakers
Low voltage - 1400 and 1600 Frame generators
Custom generator TVA report
PGS Test report @ 1.0 power factor
Generator fuel consumption test
Standard generator TVA report
PGS Test report @ 0.8 power factor
Generator test report
Standard engine test charge
20 Amp Battery charger
10 Amp Battery charger
Electric starting motors
Starter cover
Batteries, racks and cables
Jacket water heater wiring groups
Jacket water heaters
35 Amp Battery charger
Gold - 36,48, 60, 120 month coverage
Cat branded commercial power system
Silver - 36 ,48, 60, 120 month coverage
Platinum - 24, 36, 48, 60, 120 month coverage
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