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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
      ADEMA4
      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