Gas Engine G3512

1200 rpm
Generator 60 Hz
Set 365-600 kW
Continuous Power

CATERPILLAR8 ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS

V-12, 4-Stroke-Cycle Spark-Ignited
Bore-in (mm) 6.7 (170)
Stroke-in (mm) 7.5 (190)
Displacement- L (cu in) 3158 (51.8)
Aspiration Turbocharged-Aftercooled
Compression ratio 11:1, 9:1

Shown with
Optional Equipment

FEATURES
• CATERPILLAR@FACTORY PACKAGE
Factory designed, assembled, and tested.
Supported by Caterpillar parts and labor
warranty through your local Caterpillar
dealer.
• DIESEL STRENGTH BUILT IN
Blocks, crankshafts, liners, and connecting
rods are common with higher loaded Cat"
diesel engines. Robust design provides
prolonged life at lower gas engine loads.
• ELECTRONIC IGNITION SYSTEM WITH
DETONATION SENSITIVE TIMING
The Caterpillar Electronic Ignition System
(EIS) provides optimized spark timing for all
operating conditions. Timing is automatically
controlled to maintain continuous detonation
protection.
• LOW EXHAUST EMISSIONS
2.0 gram/bhp-hr NOx. Lower emissions are
achievable for selected applications; consult
your Caterpillar dealer.
• FUEL FLEXIBILITY
Capability to burn a wide range of gaseous
fuels, including landfill gas, digester gas, coal
seam gas, and propane.
• GALLERY COOLED PISTONS
Oil passageways provide cooler piston
temperatures which prevent carbon build-up
and increase detonation margin.
• COOLING WATER TEMPERATURE
Choice of cooling water temperature between
99° C and 12JD C to match heat recovery
requirements.

CATERPILLAR8 SR4 GENERATOR

Type Static regulator, brushless excited Voltage regulation Less than ± 1%
Construction Single bearing, close coupled Voltage gain Adjustable to compensate for
Three phase Wye connected engine speed droop and line loss
Insulation Class F TIF Less than 50
Enclosure Drip proof THF Less than 3%
Alignment Caterpillar pilot shaft
Overspeed capability 130%
Waveform Less than 5% deviation
Voltage regulator 3-phase sensing with
Volts-per-Hertz
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STANDARD EQUIPMENT OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT

Air cleaners with Lifti ng eyes Cooling systems,
service indicator Manifold, exhaust, high temperature
Breather, crankcase watercooled Custom generator
Cooler, lubricating oil Paint, voltages
Filters, lubricating oil, RH Caterpillar yellow Exhaust fittings
Flywheel housing, Protection devices Generator mounted
SAE No. 00 Pumps control panel
Governor (Woodward), gear driven Load share governor
magneto engine: 2301 aftercooler water Low BTU arrangements
EIS engine: 2301A lubricating oil Low pressure gas fuel
Ignition system jacket water system (2 psi)
Altronic III or Rails, mounting, 10 inch Muffler
Caterpillar EIS Regulator, Power takeoffs
Instrument panel, gas pressure Prelube pump
RH or LH SAE standard rotation Starting systems
exhaust temp. Thermostats Tachometer
intake manifold and housing
pressure Torsional vibration
intake manifold damper
temp.
oil pressure
oil pressure
differential
service meter
water temp.
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TOP VIEW

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[QU Centerline of Engine @ Fuel Inlet o Conduit Entrance

[QD Rear Face of Cylinder Block @ Oil Filter @ Removal Distance

§ Water Inlet 8 Air Inlet

8 Water Outlet 8 Exhaust

See general dimension drawing 119-9594 for additional For magneto ignition system engines see general
Electronic Ignition System (EIS) engine detail and NA dimension drawing 7C-4609.
information.
Note: General configuration not to be used for
installation.

CONDITIONS AND DEFINITIONS

Ratings are based on SAE J1349 standard Turbocharged-aftercooled ratings apply to
conditions of 29.61 in Hg (100 kPa) and 770 F 5000 ft (1525 m) and 770 F (250 C). Naturally
(250 C). These ratings also apply at IS03046/1, aspirated engines apply to 500 ft (150 m) and
DIN6271, and BS5514 standard conditions of 850 F (290 C). For applications which exceed these
29.61 in Hg (100 kPa) and 810 F (270 C); and limits consult your Caterpillar dealer.
API 7B-11C standard conditions of 29.38 in Hg
Continuous - Output available without varying
(99 kPa) and 850 F (290 C) also apply.
load for an unlimited time. Continuous power in
Ratings are based on dry natural gas having a low accordance with IS08528, IS03046/1, AS2789,
heat value of 905 btu/ft' (35.22 MJ/m3). Variations 01N6271, and BS5514.
in altitude, temperature and gas composition
Additional ratings may be available for specific
from standard conditions may require a reduction customer requirements. Consult your Caterpillar
in engine horsepower. representative for details.

Materials and specifications are subject to change without notice. The International System of Units (Sl) is used in this publication.
LEHX6783 © 1996 Caterpillar Inc. Printed in U.S.A.
Supersedes LEHX0472 All rights reserved.