DE55 GC (50 Hz)

DE55 GC (50 Hz)

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Maximum Rating 55.0 kVA
Minimum Rating 55.0 kVA
Emissions/Fuel Strategy Non Regulated

Technicial Specifications

Generator Set Specifications
Maximum Rating 55.0 kVA
Minimum Rating 55.0 kVA
Emissions/Fuel Strategy Non Regulated
Voltage 380 to 415 Volts
Frequency 50 Hz
Speed 1500 rpm
Duty Cycle Standby
Engine Specifications
Engine Model Cat® C3.3, In-line 3, 4-cycle diesel
Bore 105 mm
Stroke 127 mm
Displacement 3.3 l
Compression Ratio 17.25:1
Aspiration Turbocharged
Fuel System Inline
Governor Type Mechanical
Generator Set Dimensions
Length - Maximum 1945 mm
Width - Maximum 870 mm
Height - Maximum 1238 mm
Dry Weight - Genset (maximum) 959 kg

Advantages and Features

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

A-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 1.1 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

  • CE Certification Available
  • CIS Certification Available

One Safe Source

  • Components used in the generator set are selected based on seamless design integration to provide the optimum 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

Worldwide Product Support

  • 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

Standard Equipment

  • Engine
    • C3.3, Inline 3 cylinder, 4 stroke diesel
  • Genset Control
    • GCCP 1.1
  • Governor
    • Mechanical governor
  • Alternator
    • A Frame standard alternator
  • Fuel Storage
    • Single wall 8 hour fuel tank
  • Enclosure
    • Cat GC enclosure
  • Air, Cooling & Exhaust
    • Enclosure silencer
  • General
    • Engine and alternator pre-paint, Caterpillar yellow

Optional Equipment

  • Certification
    • Australia, CIS, Gulf Certification
    • Certificate of Conformance
  • Alternator Requirements
    • Space heater
  • Auxiliary Supply Voltage
    • 120V
  • Fuel Storage
    • Dual wall 8 hour fuel tank
    • Single wall tank with containment
    • Low fuel level alarm
    • Low fuel level shutdown
    • High fuel level alarm
  • Genset Control
    • Battery charger
    • Volt free contacts for genset running
    • Volt free contacts for common alarm
    • Earth fault
    • Panel mounted audible alarm
    • Earth leakage
    • USB to RS485 Communications device
    • Emergency stop with key
    • Low coolant level shutdown
    • Standby Pack (Smart Jacket water heater, Battery charger)
    • Battery
    • Coolant heater
  • Circuit breaker
    • 3 Pole Circuit breaker 63A
    • 3 Pole Circuit breaker 80A
    • 3 Pole Circuit breaker 100A
    • 3 Pole Circuit breaker 125A
    • 3 Pole Circuit breaker 160A
    • 3 Pole Circuit breaker 200A
    • 4 Pole Circuit breaker 80A
    • 4 Pole Circuit breaker 63A
    • 4 Pole Circuit breaker 100A
    • 4 Pole Circuit breaker 125A
    • 4 Pole Circuit breaker 160A
    • 4 Pole Circuit breaker 200A
    • Circuit breaker padlock
    • Neutral earth link
    • Overload via alarm switch on breaker
  • Testing & Packaging
    • PGS Test report @ 1.0 power factor
    • PGS Test report @ 0.8 power factor