C15 Generator Set

Electric Power

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with Power Solutions engineered to deliver unmatched
flexibility, expandability, reliability, and cost-effectiveness.

Specifications
Generator Set Specifications
Minimum Rating 320 ekW (365 kVA)
Maximum Rating 500 ekW (550 kVA)
Voltage 208 to 600 Volts
Frequency 50 or 60 Hz
Speed 1500 or 1800 RPM

Generator Set Configurations

Low Fuel Consumption, EPA Certified for Stationary
Emissions/Fuel Strategy Emergency Application (Emits Equivalent U.S. EPA Tier 2
or Tier 3 Nonroad Standards)

Engine Specifications
Engine Model C15 ATAAC, I-6, 4-Stroke Water-Cooled Diesel
Bore 137.2 mm 5.4 in
Displacement 15.2 L 927.56 in³
Stroke 171.4 mm 6.75 in
Compression Ratio 16.1:1
Aspiration Air to Air Aftercooled
Governor Type Adem™A4
Fuel System MEUI

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Benefits And Features

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

Generator
• Matched to the performance and output characteristics of Cat engines
• Industry leading mechanical and electrical design
• Industry leading motor starting capabilities
• High Efficiency

Cat EMCP Control Panel

The EMCP controller features the reliability and durability you have come to expect from your Cat equipment.
EMCP4 is a scalable control platform designed to ensure reliable generator set operation, providing extensive
information about power output and engine operation. EMCP4 systems can be further customized to meet your
needs through programming and expansion modules.

Seismic Certification
• Seismic Certification available.
• Anchoring details are site specific, and are dependent on many factors such as generator set size, weight,
and concrete strength.
• IBC Certification requires that the anchoring system used is reviewed and approved by a Professional
Engineer
• Seismic Certification per Applicable Building Codes: IBC 2000, IBC 2003, IBC 2006, IBC 2009, CBC
2007, CBC 2010
• Pre-approved by OSHPD and carries an OSP-0321-10 for use in healthcare projects in California

World Wide Product Support

Cat Dealers provide extensive post sale support including maintenance and repair agreements. Cat dealers have
over 1,800 dealer branch stores operating in 200 countries. The Cat® SOSSM program cost effectively detects
internal engine component condition, even the presence of unwanted fluids and combustion by-products.

Design Criteria
The generator set accepts 100% rated load in one step per NFPA 110 and meets ISO 8528-5 transient
response.

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Standard Equipment
Air Inlet
• Air Cleaner

Cooling
• Package mounted radiator

Exhaust
• Exhaust flange outlet

Fuel
• Primary fuel filter with integral water separator
• Secondary fuel filter
• Fuel priming pump

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
• Bus Bar

Control Panel
• EMCP 4 Genset Controller

Mounting
• Rubber vibration isolators

Starting/Charging
• 24 volt starting motor
• Batteries

General
• Paint - Caterpillar Yellow except rails and radiators gloss black

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Optional Equipment
Exhaust
• Industrial, Residential, Critical Mufflers

Generator
• Excitation: [ ] Permanent Magnet Excited (PM) [ ] Internally Excited (IE)
• Anti-condensation heater
• Oversize and premium generators

Power Termination
• Circuit breakers, UL listed
• Circuit breakers, IEC compliant

Control Panels
• EMCP (4.2) (4.3) (4.4)
• Local & remote annunciator modules
• Load share module
• Digital I/O module
• Remote monitoring software

Starting/Charging
• Battery chargers
• Oversize batteries
• Jacket water heater
• Heavy-duty starting system
• Charging alternator

General
• 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
• EU Certificate of Conformance (CE)
• CSA Certification
• EEC Declaration of Conformity
• Narrow, Wide or Skid Base
• Sound attenuated, weather protective or high ambient weather protective enclosure
• Single or dual wall integral fuel tanks
• Single or dual wall sub-base fuel tanks
• Integral & sub-base UL listed dual wall fuel tanks
• Automatic transfer switches (ATS)

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The International System of Units (SI) is used in this publication. CAT, CATERPILLAR, their
respective logos, ADEM, EUI, S•O•S, "Caterpillar Yellow" and the "Power Edge" trade dress, as well
as corporate and product identity used herein, are trademarks of Caterpillar and may not be used
without permission.

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STANDARD

C15 ACERT
455 ekW/ 569 kVA/ 60 Hz/ 1800 rpm/ 480 V/ 0.8 Power Factor

Rating Type: PRIME Fuel Strategy: LOW FUEL CONSUMPTION

C15 ACERT
455 ekW/ 569 kVA
60 Hz/ 1800 rpm/ 480 V

Image shown may not reflect actual configuration

Metric English

Package Performance
Genset Power Rating with Fan @ 0.8 Power Factor 455 ekW
Genset Power Rating 569 kVA
Aftercooler (Separate Circuit) N/A N/A

Fuel Consumption
100% Load with Fan 117.3 L/hr 31.0 gal/hr
75% Load with Fan 90.4 L/hr 23.9 gal/hr
50% Load with Fan 64.6 L/hr 17.1 gal/hr
25% Load with Fan 39.1 L/hr 10.3 gal/hr

Cooling System¹
Engine Coolant Capacity 20.8 L 5.5 gal

Inlet Air
Combustion Air Inlet Flow Rate 35.2 m³/min 1241.5 cfm
Max. Allowable Combustion Air Inlet Temp 43 ° C 110 ° F

Exhaust System
Exhaust Stack Gas Temperature 505.4 ° C 941.7 ° F
Exhaust Gas Flow Rate 94.2 m³/min 3327.5 cfm
Exhaust System Backpressure (Maximum Allowable) 10.0 kPa 40.0 in. water

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STANDARD

C15 ACERT
455 ekW/ 569 kVA/ 60 Hz/ 1800 rpm/ 480 V/ 0.8 Power Factor

Rating Type: PRIME Fuel Strategy: LOW FUEL CONSUMPTION

Heat Rejection
Heat Rejection to Jacket Water 180 kW 10224 Btu/min
Heat Rejection to Exhaust (Total) 436 kW 24783 Btu/min
Heat Rejection to Aftercooler 91 kW 5186 Btu/min
Heat Rejection to Atmosphere from Engine 33 kW 1874 Btu/min
Heat Rejection to Atmosphere from Generator 26 kW 1479 Btu/min

Alternator²
Motor Starting Capability @ 30% Voltage Dip 1428 skVA
Current 684 amps
Frame Size LC6114F
Excitation SE
Temperature Rise 105 ° C

Emissions (Nominal)³
NOx 3329.0 mg/Nm³ 6.6 g/hp-hr
CO 186.1 mg/Nm³ 0.4 g/hp-hr
HC 2.8 mg/Nm³ 0.0 g/hp-hr
PM 11.1 mg/Nm³ 0.0 g/hp-hr

DEFINITIONS AND CONDITIONS

1. For ambient and altitude capabilities consult your Cat dealer. Air flow restriction (system) is added to existing
restriction from factory.

2. UL 2200 Listed packages may have oversized generators with a different temperature rise and motor starting
characteristics. Generator temperature rise is based on a 40° C ambient per NEMA MG1-32.

3. Emissions data measurement procedures are consistent with those described in EPA CFR 40 Part 89, Subpart D &
E and ISO8178-1 for measuring HC, CO, PM, NOx. Data shown is based on steady state operating conditions of
77° F, 28.42 in HG and number 2 diesel fuel with 35° API and LHV of 18,390 btu/lb. The nominal emissions data
shown is subject to instrumentation, measurement, facility and engine to engine variations. Emissions data is based
on 100% load and thus cannot be used to compare to EPA regulations which use values based on a weighted cycle.

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STANDARD

C15 ACERT
455 ekW/ 569 kVA/ 60 Hz/ 1800 rpm/ 480 V/ 0.8 Power Factor

Rating Type: PRIME Fuel Strategy: LOW FUEL CONSUMPTION

Applicable Codes and Standards:

AS1359, CSA C22.2 No100-04, UL142,UL489, UL869, UL2200,
NFPA37, NFPA70, NFPA99, NFPA110, IBC, IEC60034-1, ISO3046, ISO8528,
NEMA MG1-22,NEMA MG1-33, 72/23/EEC, 98/37/EC, 2004/108/EC

Note: Codes may not be available in all model configurations. Please consult your local Cat Dealer representative for
availability.

PRIME:Output available with varying load for an unlimited time. Average power output is 70% of the prime power rating.
Typical peak demand is 100% of prime rated ekW with 10% overload capability for emergency use for a maximum of 1
hour in 12. Overload operation cannot exceed 25 hours per year.

Ratings are based on SAE J1349 standard conditions. These ratings also apply at ISO3046 standard conditions

Fuel Rates are based on fuel oil of 35º API [16º C (60º F)] gravity having an LHV of 42 780 kJ/kg (18,390 Btu/lb) when
used at 29º C (85º F) and weighing 838.9 g/liter (7.001 lbs/U.S. gal.). Additional ratings may be available for specific
customer requirements, contact your Cat representative for details. For information regarding Low Sulfur fuel and
Biodiesel capability, please consult your Cat dealer.

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Feature Code: C15DF3Q
The International System of Units (SI) is used in this publication. CAT, CATERPILLAR, their respective
Generator Arrangement: 3921379 logos, ADEM, EUI, S•O•S, "Caterpillar Yellow" and the "Power Edge" trade dress, as well as corporate
and product identity used herein, are trademarks of Caterpillar and may not be used without permission.
Date: 06/09/2015
Source Country: CHINA

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