C18 (50 Hz)

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.

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

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

Additional information

Offering Type

Generator Set Specifications - Maximum Rating

715 kVA

Generator Set Specifications - Minimum Rating

550 kVA

Generator Set Specifications - Emissions/Fuel Strategy

Low Fuel, China Nonroad III Emis Stds

Generator Set Specifications - Voltage

380 to 415 Volts

Generator Set Specifications - Frequency

50 Hz

Generator Set Specifications - Speed

1500 rpm

Generator Set Specifications - Duty Cycle

Standby, Prime

Engine Specifications - Engine Model

C18 ATAAC, I-6, 4-Stroke Water-Cooled Diesel

Engine Specifications - Bore

145 mm ( 5.71 in )

Engine Specifications - Stroke

183 mm ( 7.2 in )

Engine Specifications - Displacement

18.13 l ( 1106.36 in³ )

Engine Specifications - Compression Ratio

14.5:1

Engine Specifications - Aspiration

Air to Air Aftercooled

Engine Specifications - Fuel System

Electronic unit injection

Engine Specifications - Governor Type

Ademâ„¢A4

Generator Set Dimensions - Length - Maximum

4135 mm ( 162.4 in )

Generator Set Dimensions - Width - Maximum

1989 mm ( 78.3 in )

Generator Set Dimensions - Height - Maximum

1906 mm ( 75 in )

  • Enclosures

    C18 High Ambient Acoustic Enclosure

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  • Fuel Tanks

    C18 Integral Fuel Tank Base

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  • Enclosures

    C18 Sound Attenuated Enclosure 50 and 60 Hz

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  • Control Panels

    EMCP 4.4 Control Panel

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