Caterpillar launches G3500K series gas gensets
Caterpillar unveiled the Cat G3500K series of generator sets offering reliable, quick-response, high-efficiency power. The new series of gas generator sets can operate in demanding environments and are designed for a multitude of applications including prime and continuous power.
Caterpillar unveiled the CatG3500K series of generator sets offering reliable, quick-response, high-efficiency power. The new series of gas generator sets can operate in demanding environments and are designed for a multitude of applications including prime and continuous power.
The first product, the G3520K HR, is available today, and will be followed by the launch of four additional models later next year. It is rated at 2.5 MW of continuous power and is available in 50 or 60 Hz packages. It starts quicker, accepts higher loads and ramps up to 100% load capacity faster than previous models: the G3520K HR can start, take on full load, and sync to the grid in 4.5 minutes, compared to 6 minutes for Caterpillar’s previous generation G3500H series. This improved response time enables our customers to get to full power more quickly, reducing the risk of unexpected downtime and creating immediate capacity when requested by the utility.
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Offering full power output across all node configurations, the Caterpillar G3500K series offers total engine efficiency of up to 89%, making them ideal and cost effective for combined heat and power (CHP) applications. They also deliver significant fuel savings through industry-leading electric efficiency and improved thermal efficiency. The series is built for reliable power performance at high altitudes and in higher ambient temperatures, markedly improved over the previous generation.
“Our customers demand reliable, responsive power, and we designed the G3500K series to deliver that, even in challenging conditions,” said Melissa Busen, vice president for Electric Power Division at Caterpillar. “This new range also delivers major savings across the board thanks to significant gains in efficiency and improvements in serviceability.”
The new series can run on natural gas and propane, while future releases will be capable of operating on biogas, coal mine methane and blends of up to 25% hydrogen, expanding the range of options for fuel.
The series comes with readily available asset monitoring capabilities that provide insights to customers by offering predictive analytics to identify and prevent failures, ultimately avoiding the costly implications of downtime.
