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| Mission Critical | 1500 ekW 1500 ekW |
Diesel Generator Sets C32B DE1500S GC
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- Mission Critical
- 1500 ekW
- 1500 ekW
- Standby Rating
- 1500 ekW
- 1500 ekW
- Emissions/Fuel Strategy
- Low BSFC
- Low BSFC
Overview
1500 ekW Diesel Generator Set
Producing reliable power at 1500 ekW at 60 Hz, the Caterpillar DE1500S diesel generator set is made to meet the needs of your standby mission critical applications with the new C32B engine with best-in-class power density combining a compact and lighter design.
Benefits
Best in Class Power Density Density
Producing 1500 ekW with a 32.1 L engine
Improved Core
Proven durability on C32 platform now with improved core
Reliable Peace of Mind
with single touchpoint for end-to-end service and support
Features At A Glance
- Cat generator set packages have been fully prototype tested
- Conform to ISO 8528-5 steady state and transient response requirements
- 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
- Superior motor starting capability minimizes need for oversizing alternator
- Designed to match performance and output characteristics of Cat diesel engines
- Robust Class H insulation
- 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
- Designed to operate in standard ambient temperatures up to 50�C (122�F)
- Contact your Cat Dealer for specific ambient and altitude capabilities
- Components used in the generator set are selected at the design stage to provide optimum package performance
- The generator set is fully assembled at a Caterpillar facility following our quality guidelines
- Each generator set package is tested before leaving the Caterpillar facility
- Cat product support, including dealer service, parts and warranty covers the entire Cat power system
- Cat dealers have over 1,800 dealer branch stores operating in 200 countries
- Your local Cat dealer provides extensive post-sale support, including maintenance and repair agreements
Product Specifications for C32B DE1500S GC
Generator Set Specifications
| Standby Rating | 1500 ekW 1500 ekW |
| Emissions/Fuel Strategy | Low BSFC Low BSFC |
| Voltage | 400 to 415 Volts 400 to 415 Volts |
| Frequency | 60 Hz 60 Hz |
| Speed | 1800 rpm 1800 rpm |
| Duty Cycle | Standby, Mission Critical Standby, Mission Critical |
| Maximum Rating | 1500 ekW 1500 ekW |
| Minimum Rating | 1500 ekW 1500 ekW |
Engine Specifications
| Engine Model | C32B TA, V12, 4-Stroke Diesel C32B TA, V12, 4-Stroke Diesel |
| Bore | 5.7 in 145 mm |
| Stroke | 6.4 in 163 mm |
| Displacement | 1959 in³ 32 l |
| Compression Ratio | 14:1 14:1 |
| Aspiration | TA TA |
| Fuel System | EUI EUI |
| Governor Type | ADEM™ A5 ADEM™ A5 |
Generator Set Dimensions
| Length - Minimum | 185.43 in 4710 mm |
| Length - Maximum | 185.43 in 4710 mm |
| Width - Minimum | 89.72 in 2279 mm |
| Width - Maximum | 89.72 in 2279 mm |
| Height - Minimum | 100.43 in 2551 mm |
| Height - Maximum | 105.71 in 2685 mm |
| Dry Weight - Genset (minimum) | 18832 lb 8542 kg |
| Dry Weight - Genset (maximum) | 20155 lb 9142 kg |
C32B DE1500S GC Standard Equipment
Air Cleaner
- Single Element
Starting
- Standard Batteries and Electric Starter
Cooling System
- Standard Radiator:
Alternator
- 380 V
- 480 V
Alternator Temperature Rise
- 80�C
- 105�C
- 125�C
- 150�C
Excitation
- PM
- IE
Control Panel
- GCCP 1.3
Connectivity
- Cat� Product Link� PL444 cellular
C32B DE1500S GC Optional Equipment
Starting
- Oversize Batteries and Heavy Duty Electric Starter
Air Cleaner
- Dual Element
Control Panel
- GCCP 1.4
Cooling System
- High Ambient Radiator
Attachments
- Anti-condensation Heater
Mufflers
- 15 dBA Industrial Grade
Battery Chargers
- 20A
- 10A
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C32B DE1500S GC
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- Mission Critical
- 1500 ekW
- 1500 ekW
- Standby Rating
- 1500 ekW
- 1500 ekW
- Emissions/Fuel Strategy
- Low BSFC
- Low BSFC
Electric Power
3512B (50 Hz) India Market Only
- Maximum Rating
- 1500 kVA
- 1500 kVA
- Minimum Rating
- 1500 kVA
- 1500 kVA
- Emissions/Fuel Strategy
- Low Fuel Consumption
- Low Fuel Consumption
Electric Power
3512B (50 Hz) 1320 -1625 kVA
- Standby Rating
- 1625/1600/1500 kVA
- 1625/1600/1500 kVA
- Prime Power Rating
- 1500/1360 kVA
- 1500/1360 kVA
- Emissions/Fuel Strategy
- Low Fuel, Low Emissions
- Low Fuel, Low Emissions
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