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D500 GC (60 Hz) Generator Set

500 ekW Diesel Generator Set

The D500 GC diesel generator sets have been developed to meet your needs in standby applications. Producing reliable power of 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 for U.S. EPA Certified for Stationary Emergency Use Only (Tier 2 or Tier 3 Nonroad Equivalent Emission Standards).

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Benefits

Saves up to 31% Installed Space

Requires less space for installation; more space available for on-going operations

Weighs up to 26% Less

Easier handling; less structural reinforcement required to support genset weight

Standard 105 or 130°C Alternator Temperature Rise

Meets most all specifications; ensures long alternator life
  • Engine Specifications
    Aspiration
    Turbocharged Air-to-Air Aftercooled
    Bore
    5.4 in
    Compression Ratio
    16.1:1
    Displacement
    928 in³
    Engine Model
    Cat® C15 In-line 6, 4-cycle diesel
    Fuel System
    MEUI
    Governor Type
    ADEM™A4
    Stroke
    6.8 in
  • Generator Set Dimensions
    Dry Weight - Genset (maximum)
    10346.3 lb
    Dry Weight - Genset (minimum)
    8280.6 lb
    Height - Maximum
    101.7 in
    Height - Minimum
    2034 in
    Length - Maximum
    189.6 in
    Width - Maximum
    64.2 in
  • Generator Set Specifications
    Duty Cycle
    Standby
    Emissions/Fuel Strategy
    EPA Stationary Emergency
    Frequency
    60 Hz
    Maximum Rating
    500 ekW
    Minimum Rating
    500 ekW
    Speed
    1800 RPM
    Voltage
    480 to 600 Volts
Air Inlet System
  • Air cleaner - Non canister, disposable
  • Turbocharger
  • Aftercooler core
Control Panel
  • GCCP 1.2
Cooling System
  • Blower fan and fan drive with guards
  • Jacket water pump, gear driven, centrifugal
  • Radiator sight gauge
  • Coolant drain valve
  • Thermostats and housing
  • Radiator, package mounted
Exhaust System
  • Exhaust manifold - dry
Fuel System
  • Engine fuel transfer pump
  • Primary fuel filter w/integral water separator and secondary filter, spin on
  • Integral tank base, 24 hours, UL142
  • Fuel cooler
  • Fuel priming pump
Generator Set
  • All protective devices and control functions simulated and checked
  • Factory tested to design specifications at full load conditions
  • Complete system designed & built at ISO 9001:2000 certified facilities
Generators and Generator Attachments
  • Easy access to AVR and terminals
  • Standard winding protection for non-harsh environments with relative humidity ? 95%
  • IP23 Protection
  • 6 Leads
  • Brushless, self-excited 2/3 pitch (600V uses Internal excitation (IE))
  • Terminal box, IP22 RHS facing, bottom cable entry
  • Voltage regulator (single phase sensing)
  • Insulation system, Class H
Governing System
  • Cat electronic governor (ADEM A4)
Lube System
  • Shallow oil pan
  • Oil filter, spin on
  • Oil drain with valve
  • Lubricating oil, CK-4 (10W-30)
  • Oil cooler
  • Oil filler and dipstick
  • Fumes disposal to front of radiator
Mounting System
  • Captive linear vibration isolators between base and engine-generator
  • Includes lifting provisions and termination points for coolant and lube oil drain lines
Protection
  • Safety shutoff - High water temperature
  • Safety shutoff - Overspeed
  • Safety shutoff - Low oil pressure
Starting/Charging System
  • 24V, 45 Amp Charging alternator
  • 24-volt electric starting motor
General
  • Lifting eyes
  • Vibration damper
  • Parts book
Air Inlet System
  • Air cleaner (Non canister disposable)
Bases, Mounting & Fuel Tanks
  • Audio & visual fuel alarm (@90% fuel level)
  • Wide Base - Skid
  • 5 Gallon Spill Containment
  • Fuel tank pill pipe & lockable cap
  • Overfill prevention valve
  • Integral tank base, 24 hours, UL142
Exhaust
  • Industrial, residential, critical mufflers
Circuit breaker
  • Auxiliary contacts
  • 600A LSI
  • 600A LS/I
  • 1200A LSI
  • 1200A LS/I
  • 400A LSI
  • 800A LSI
  • 800A LS/I
  • 400A LS/I
Control System
  • Twist release, Red button emergency stop
  • Ground fault relay
  • 20A GFCI (Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter)
  • Volt free contacts
  • Product link remote monitoring hardware
  • Audible alarm Gp
  • 16 -light NFPA 99/110 Annunciator
  • 100A Load center
Enclosures
  • E-Stop
  • AC & DC Source lights
  • Sound attenuated Level 2 enclosure (White)
Exhaust System
  • Manifold and turbocharger guards
  • 8" Muffler - 25 dBA attenuation
  • Flexible exhaust connection
Generator
  • Anti-condensation heater
  • Oversize and premium generators
  • Excitation: [ ] Permanent magnet excitation (PMG) Excited (PM) [ ] Internally Excited (IE)
  • Permanent magnet excitation (PMG) generator
  • Space heater
Starting System
  • Jacket water heater
  • Battery charger (UL Certified)
  • Oversize battery set, 1400 CCA, 200 amp/hr
  • Standard battery set: 1000 CCA, 90 amp/hr.
Power Termination
  • Circuit breakers, UL listed
  • Circuit breakers, IEC compliant
General
  • CSA Certification
  • Extended Service Coverage
  • Generator test report
  • UL2200 Certification
  • CSA Certification
  • UL 2200 package
Lube System
  • Manual sump pump
Mounting System
  • Narrow skid base - replaces standard fuel tank base

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