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D550 GC (60 Hz) Generator Set

550 ekW Diesel Generator Set

The D550 GC diesel generator sets were developed to meet your needs in a standby application. Producing reliable power of 550 ekW at 60 Hz, meeting ISO 8528-5 transient response requirements and built to accept 100 % rated load in one step. Our D550 GC generator sets meet EPA Stationary Emergency (Tier 2) certified emissions requirements.

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    Benefits

    Saves up to 20% Installed Space

    Requires less space for installation; leaves more room for your on-going operations

    Weighs up to 18% 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
      5.7 in
      Compression Ratio
      14.5:1
      Displacement
      1106 in³
      Engine Model
      Cat® C18 In-line 6, 4-cycle diesel
      Fuel System
      MEUI
      Governor Type
      ADEMA4
      Stroke
      7.2 in
    • Generator Set Dimensions
      Dry Weight - Genset (maximum)
      11464 lb
      Dry Weight - Genset (minimum)
      8776.6 lb
      Height - Maximum
      100.9 in
      Height - Minimum
      79.1 in
      Length - Maximum
      196.1 in
      Width - Maximum
      73.4 in
    • Generator Set Specifications
      Duty Cycle
      Standby
      Emissions/Fuel Strategy
      EPA Stationary Emergency
      Frequency
      60 Hz
      Maximum Rating
      550 ekW
      Minimum Rating
      550 ekW
      Speed
      1800 rpm
      Voltage
      480 to 600 Volts
    Air Inlet System
    • Air cleaner - Non canister, disposable
    • Aftercooler core
    • Turbocharger
    Control Panel
    • GCCP 1.2
    Cooling System
    • Jacket water pump, gear driven, centrifugal
    • Radiator, package mounted
    • Radiator sight gauge
    • Thermostats and housing
    • Blower fan and fan drive with guards
    • Coolant drain valve
    Exhaust System
    • Exhaust manifold - dry
    Fuel System
    • Fuel priming pump
    • Primary fuel filter w/integral water separator and secondary filter, spin on
    • Engine fuel transfer pump
    • Fuel cooler
    • Integral tank base, 24 hours, UL142
    Generator Set
    • Complete system designed & built at ISO 9001:2000 certified facilities
    • All protective devices and control functions simulated and checked
    • Factory tested to design specifications at full load conditions
    Generators and Generator Attachments
    • Insulation system, Class H
    • Standard winding protection for non-harsh environments with relative humidity ? 95%
    • Terminal box, IP22 RHS facing, bottom cable entry
    • IP23 Protection
    • 6 Leads
    • Voltage regulator (single phase sensing)
    • Easy access to AVR and terminals
    • Brushless, self-excited 2/3 pitch (600V uses Internal excitation (IE))
    Governing System
    • Cat electronic governor (ADEM A4)
    Lube System
    • Lubricating oil, CK-4 (10W-30)
    • Oil cooler
    • Oil drain with valve
    • Shallow oil pan
    • Oil filter, spin on
    • Fumes disposal to front of radiator
    • Oil filler and dipstick
    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 - Overspeed
    • Safety shutoff - Low oil pressure
    • Safety shutoff - High water temperature
    Starting/Charging System
    • 24-volt electric starting motor
    • 24V, 45 Amp Charging alternator
    General
    • Lifting eyes
    • Parts book
    • Vibration damper
    Air Inlet System
    • Air cleaner (Non canister disposable)
    Bases, Mounting & Fuel Tanks
    • Integral tank base, 24 hours, UL142
    • Fuel tank pill pipe & lockable cap
    • Audio & visual fuel alarm (@90% fuel level)
    • 5 Gallon Spill Containment
    • Overfill prevention valve
    • Wide Base - Skid
    Circuit breaker
    • 400A LS/I
    • 1200A LS/I
    • Auxiliary contacts
    • 800A LSI
    • 800A LS/I
    • 600A LSI
    • 600A LS/I
    • 400A LSI
    • 1200A LSI
    Control System
    • Volt free contacts
    • 20A GFCI (Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter)
    • 16 -light NFPA 99/110 Annunciator
    • Twist release, Red button emergency stop
    • Product link remote monitoring hardware
    • 100A Load center
    • Ground fault relay
    • Audible alarm Gp
    • Annunciators box
    • Remote E-Stop button
    • Local annunciator
    • Discrete I/O module
    • Volt free contact
    • Earth (Ground) fault relay
    Enclosures
    • Sound attenuated Level 2 enclosure (White)
    • AC & DC Source lights
    • E-Stop
    • Sound attenuated enclosure
    Exhaust System
    • Flexible exhaust connection
    • Manifold and turbocharger guards
    • 8" Muffler - 25 dBA attenuation
    Generator
    • Space heater
    • Permanent magnet excitation (PMG) generator
    Starting System
    • Standard battery set: 1000 CCA, 90 amp/hr.
    • Battery charger (UL Certified)
    • Jacket water heater
    • Oversize battery set, 1400 CCA, 200 amp/hr
    General
    • CSA Certification
    • Extended Service Coverage
    • UL2200 Certification
    • Generator test report
    • Tool set
    Circuit breakers
    • Single LSI motorised circuit breaker
    • Auxiliary contacts
    • Neutral bar (208V)
    Cooling System
    • Jacket water heater with pump
    • Coolant heater
    • Stone guards
    Base / Fuel Tank
    • Audio & visual fuel alarm
    Fuel System
    • Integral 8 hour tank base
    Starting and Charging
    • Oversize battery set
    • Battery disconnect switch
    • 5 Amp Battery charger
    • Standard battery set
    Certifications
    • UL2200 Listed
    • CSA 22.2
    • Seismic
    Lube System
    • Manual sump pump