Overview
DE65E0 | 65 kVA Diesel Generator Set
Producing reliable power 65 kVA at 60 Hz, our DE65E0 generator set powerd by C3.3 diesel engine designed to ISO 8528-5 transient response requirements.
C3.3 | DE65E0 Diesel Generator Sets
Request A Price Find DealerKey Specs
- Standby Rating
- 65 kVA
- 65 kVA
- Prime Power Rating
- 60 kVA
- 60 kVA
- Emissions/Fuel Strategy
- Low BSFC
- Low BSFC
Benefits
Suitable for Harsh & testing environments
Optimised Fuel Consumption
Reliability tested for over 500 Hours
Features At A Glance
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Cat Generator Set Package
- Cat generator set packages have been fully prototype tested
- Accepts 100% block load in one step and meets NFPA 110 loading requirements
- Conform to ISO 8528-5 steady state and transient response requirements
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
M-Frame Alternator
- Superior motor starting capability minimizes need for oversizing alternator
- Designed to match performance and output characteristics of Cat diesel engines
- Robust Class H insulation
GCCP Control Panel
- User-friendly interface and navigation
- Scalable system to meet a wide range of installation requirement
- Expansion modules and site-specific programming for specific customer requirements
Cooling System
- Designed to operate in standard ambient temperatures up to 55°C (131°F)
- Contact your Cat Dealer for specific ambient and altitude capabilities
Certifications
Fully prototype tested with certified torsional vibration analysis available
Product Specifications for C3.3 | DE65E0
Generator Set Specifications
| Standby Rating | 65 kVA 65 kVA |
| Prime Power Rating | 60 kVA 60 kVA |
| Emissions/Fuel Strategy | Low BSFC Low BSFC |
| Voltage | 220 to 415 Volts 220 to 415 Volts |
| Frequency | 50 Hz 50 Hz |
| Speed | 1500 rpm 1500 rpm |
| Duty Cycle | Standby, Prime Standby, Prime |
Engine Specifications
| Engine Model | Cat® C3.3 Cat® C3.3 |
| Bore | 4.1 in 105 mm |
| Stroke | 5 in 127 mm |
| Displacement | 201.4 in³ 3.3 l |
| Compression Ratio | 17.25:1 17.25:1 |
| Aspiration | Turbocharged Turbocharged |
| Fuel System | Inline Inline |
| Governor Type | Mechanical Mechanical |
Generator Set Dimensions
| Length - Maximum | 75.8 in 1925 mm |
| Width - Maximum | 44.1 in 1120 mm |
| Height - Maximum | 53.6 in 1361 mm |
| Dry Weight - Genset (maximum) | 1926 lb 874 kg |
C3.3 | DE65E0 Standard Equipment
Control panel
- GCCP Control panel
Alternator and Alternator attachments
- 12 Leads
- IP23 Protection
- Voltage regulator (single phase sensing)
- Tower panel, IP22, bottom cable entry
- Segregated low voltage (AC/DC) wiring panel
- Circuit breaker, IEC, 3 Pole, mounted in tower panel
Governing system
- Mechanical governor
Cooling system
- Radiator and cooling fan with guards
- Coolant drain line with valve
- Fan drive, battery charging alternator drive
- Caterpillar extended life coolant
Air inlet system
- Air cleaner; light duty with disposable element
Exhaust system
- Stub pipe, gaskets, raincap & SAE exhaust flange
- Industrial silencer
Fuel system
- Standard open set fuel tank/base
Lube system
- Lubricating oil
- Oil drain line with valve
Mounting system
- Captive linear vibration isolators
- Lifting provision and drag points
- Termination points for coolant and lube oil drain lines
Starting/charging system
- 12V Battery with rack & cables
General
- Engine and alternator pre-paint, Caterpillar yellow
C3.3 | DE65E0 Optional Equipment
Control panel
- GCCP Control panel
- Earth fault and earth leakage
- Emergency E-Stop with security key
- 4 Pole Circuit breaker
- Voltage and speed adjust potentiometer
Alternator and Alternator Attachments
- LC Frame alternator
- LC/M Frame alternator
- Space heater
- Permanent magnet excitation (PMG)
- Automatic voltage regulator
Enclosures
- Level 1 and Level 2 sound attenuated enclosures
- Single point lifting frame
- Rental pack
- SBOX - CEE form sockets
Alarms and Shutdowns
- Common alarm
- Overload shutdown
- Low coolant level shutdown
- Low coolant temperature alarm
- Low fuel level alarm and shutdown
- High fuel level alarm
Engine
- Electronic governor
- Jacket water heater
- Battery charger
Fuel system
- Bunded base tank sized for a minimum of 12 hours running with 110% spill protection
Exhaust system
- Residential silencer 25 dBA
Certification
- Certificate of Conformance
- EAC Certification
Extended service coverage
- 3, 4, 5 and 10 Years
assignment Product Brochures and More Are Ready to Download!
Caterpillar product brochures and other informational documents are available for your growing business.
- Electric Power Ratings Guide Downloadable PDF Opens in a New Tab file_download
- DE65E0, 50 Hz 65.0 kVA, LC Frame, Low BSFC Emissions Compliant Spec Sheet Downloadable PDF Opens in a New Tab file_download
- DE65E0, 50 Hz 65.0 kVA, M Frame, Low BSFC Emissions Compliant Spec Sheet Downloadable PDF Opens in a New Tab file_download
- DE65E0, 50 Hz 65.0 kVA, R Frame, Low BSFC Emissions Compliant Spec Sheet Downloadable PDF Opens in a New Tab file_download
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- Standby Rating
- 65 kVA
- 65 kVA
- Prime Power Rating
- 60 kVA
- 60 kVA
- Emissions/Fuel Strategy
- Low BSFC
- Low BSFC
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- Prime Power Rating
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- Emissions/Fuel Strategy
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- Prime Power Rating
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- Emissions/Fuel Strategy
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