C15 (60 Hz)

C15 Generator Set

The C15 diesel generator sets have been developed for your mission critical, standby and prime applications. Producing reliable power from 320 to 500 ekW at 60 Hz, meeting ISO 8528-5 transient response requirements and built to accept 100 % rated load in one step. The engines are certified Low Fuel Consumption, U.S. EPA Certified for Stationary Emergency Use Only (Tier 2 or Tier 3 Nonroad Equivalent Emission Standards), EU Stage IIIA Nonroad Emission Standards, China Nonroad III Emission Standards.

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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

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

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Standard Equipment

Air Inlet
  • Air cleaner
Air System
  • Turbocharger
  • Air cleaner - Non canister disposable paper filter
  • Aftercooler core
Control Panel
  • GCCP 1.3
  • GCCP 1.3 Genset Controller
Cooling
  • Package mounted radiator
Cooling System
  • Caterpillar extended life coolant
  • Fan drive, battery charging alternator drive
  • Radiator and cooling fan with guard
  • Coolant drain line with valve
Exhaust
  • Base, formed steel with single wall integral 8-hour fuel tank
  • Standard open set fuel tank/base supplied
  • Exhaust flange outlet
Fuel
  • Secondary fuel filters
  • Primary fuel filter with integral water separator
  • Fuel priming pump
Fuel System
  • Primary fuel filter w/integral water separator and secondary filter
  • Fuel priming pump
  • Engine fuel transfer pump
  • Flexible fuel lines
  • Fuel cooler
Generator
  • 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
  • IP23 Protection
Power Termination
  • Busbar
Generator and Attachments
  • Mandatory option circuit breaker, IEC, 3 pole, mounted in power centre
  • Integrated voltage regulator (IVR)
  • Segregated low voltage (AC/DC) wiring panel
  • Optional LC Frame generator - IP23 Protection
  • Power center, IP22
  • A Frame generator - IP21 Protection
Mounting
  • Rubber vibration isolators
Governing System
  • Cat electronic governor (ADEM A4).
Lube System
  • Oil cooler
  • Oil drain valves
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

Additional information

Offering Type

Generator Set Specifications - Maximum Rating

500 ekW
Generator Set Specifications - Minimum Rating

320 ekW
Generator Set Specifications - Emissions/Fuel Strategy

Low Fuel, Tier 2, Tier 3, EU Stage IIIA
Generator Set Specifications - Voltage

208 to 600 Volts
Generator Set Specifications - Frequency

60 Hz
Generator Set Specifications - Speed

1800 RPM
Generator Set Specifications - Duty Cycle

Standby, Prime
Engine Specifications - Engine Model

C15 ATAAC, I-6, 4-Stroke Water-Cooled Diesel
Engine Specifications - Bore

137.2 mm ( 5.4 in )
Engine Specifications - Stroke

171.4 mm ( 6.75 in )
Engine Specifications - Displacement

15.2 l ( 927.56 in³ )
Engine Specifications - Compression Ratio

16.1:1
Engine Specifications - Aspiration

Air to Air Aftercooled
Engine Specifications - Fuel System

MEUI
Engine Specifications - Governor Type

Adem™A4
Generator Set Dimensions - Length - Maximum

4273 mm ( 168.2 in )
Generator Set Dimensions - Width - Maximum

2058 mm ( 81 in )
Generator Set Dimensions - Height - Maximum

3209 mm ( 126.3 in )

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