Overview
550 kVA Diesel Generator Set
Producing reliable power 550 kVA at 50 Hz, our DE550E3 diesel generator set designed to ISO 8528-5 transient response requirements.
Diesel Generator Sets C15 | DE550E3
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- Minimum Rating
- 500 kVA
- 500 kVA
- Maximum Rating
- 550 kVA
- 550 kVA
- Emissions/Fuel Strategy
- EU III A Certified
- EU III A Certified
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
SR500 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 50°C (122°F)
- Contact your Cat Dealer for specific ambient and altitude capabilities
Certifications
- EU Declaration of Conformity
- EU Declaration of Incorporation
- Eurasian Conformity (EAC)
Product Specifications for C15 | DE550E3
Generator Set Specifications
| Minimum Rating | 500 kVA 500 kVA |
| Maximum Rating | 550 kVA 550 kVA |
| Emissions/Fuel Strategy | EU III A Certified EU III A Certified |
| Voltage | 200 to 400 Volts 200 to 400 Volts |
| Frequency | 50 Hz 50 Hz |
| Duty Cycle | Standby, Prime Standby, Prime |
Engine Specifications
| Aspiration | Turbocharged, Air to Air Aftercooled Turbocharged, Air to Air Aftercooled |
C15 | DE550E3 Standard Equipment
Air System
- Turbocharger
Control Panel
- GCCP 1.3
Cooling System
- Radiator and cooling fan with guard
C15 | DE550E3 Optional Equipment
Generator and Attachments
- LC frame CIP generator
Lube System
- Manual sump pump
Mounting System
- Narrow skid base - replaces standard fuel tank base
Fuel System
- Optional BS799 Compliant Integral Dual Wall Fuel Tank Base
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Electric Power
C15 | DE550E3
Selected
- Minimum Rating
- 500 kVA
- 500 kVA
- Maximum Rating
- 550 kVA
- 550 kVA
- Emissions/Fuel Strategy
- EU III A Certified
- EU III A Certified
Electric Power
C15 | DE550E0
- Minimum Rating
- 500 kVA
- 500 kVA
- Maximum Rating
- 550 kVA
- 550 kVA
- Emissions/Fuel Strategy
- Non Regulated
- Non Regulated
Electric Power
DE605 GC (50 Hz)
- Maximum Rating
- 605 kVA
- 605 kVA
- Minimum Rating
- 605 kVA
- 605 kVA
- Emissions/Fuel Strategy
- Non Regulated
- Non Regulated
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