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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
    ADEM™A4
    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

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