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Maximum Rating

1500 kVA

Minimum Rating

910 kVA

Emissions/Fuel Strategy

Low Fuel, Low Emissions

C32 Generator Set

ABOUT THE c32 GENERATOR

Caterpillar is leading the power generation marketplace with Power Solutions engineered to deliver unmatched flexibility, expandability, reliability, and cost-effectiveness.Producing reliable power from 910 kVA to 1500 kVA at 50 Hz, our C32 diesel generator sets are made to meet your mission critical, continuous, standby and prime applications. We’ve designed each to ISO 8528-5 transient response requirements and to accept 100 % rated load in one step. Generator sets range from low fuel consumption to low emissions systems. Seismic certification is also available for select models, ensuring you maintain power after unexpected disturbances. Our integrated control system, including ATS and switchgear, protects your power supply and keeps you connected through on-site and remote monitoring options. We offer easy-to-use EMCP control panel options, combining your management and diagnostic tools in one. The EMCP 4.4 controller provides multi-generator set paralleling capability, giving you the ability to add generator sets to match your growing power requirements. Browse a broad range of accessories and bolt-on system expansion attachments. Find flexible packaging to fit unique spatial requirements and environmental conditions. Our C32 generator sets are made for demands, so you can make yours.

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Maximum Rating
1500 kVA
Minimum Rating
910 kVA
Emissions/Fuel Strategy
Low Fuel, Low Emissions
Voltage
400 to 3300 Volts
Frequency
50 Hz
Speed
1500 rpm
Duty Cycle
Standby, Mission Critical, Prime, Continuous
Engine Model
C32 TA, V-12, 4-Stroke Water-Cooled Diesel
Bore
5.71in
Stroke
6.38in
Displacement
1958.86in³
Compression Ratio
15.0:1
Aspiration
TA
Fuel System
MEUI
Governor Type
Adem™A4
Length – Minimum
164in
Length – Maximum
176.6in
Width – Minimum
66.3in
Width – Maximum
87.8in
Height – Minimum
85.1in
Height – Maximum
86.4in
Dry Weight – Genset (minimum)
14700lb
Dry Weight – Genset (maximum)
17855lb
  • Air Inlet System
    • Single element canister type with service indicator
  • Control Panel
    • EMCP 4.2B
    • Warning shutdowns
    • Control features
    • Communications
    • Programmable protective relaying functions
    • Digital indicators
  • Cooling System
    • Radiator fan and fan drive
    • Coolant drain line with valve
    • ATAAC
    • Caterpillar extended life coolant
    • Fan and belt guards
    • Low coolant level sensor
  • Exhaust
    • Exhaust manifold – dry
    • 203 mm (8 in) ID round flanged outlet
  • Fuel System
    • Primary fuel filter with water separator
    • Secondary fuel filters
    • Fuel cooler
    • Fuel priming pump
  • Generators And Attachments
    • 6 Lead
    • Salient pole
    • NEMA Class H insulation
    • Internal excitation (IE)
    • Permanent magnet excitation (PMG)
    • Reactive droop
    • 3 Phase brushless
    • Winding temperature detectors
    • Class H temperature rise at 40C ambient
    • Busbar connections, top center mounted, top cable entry
    • IEC standard hole pattern
    • Integrated voltage regulator (IVR)
  • Governing System
    • ADEM(tm) A4
  • Mounting System
    • Rubber anti-vibration mounts
    • Rails – engine/generator/radiator mounting
  • Lube System
    • Gear type lube oil pump
    • Oil filter, filler and dipstick
    • Integral lube Oil cooler
    • Fumes disposal
    • Oil drain lines and valve
    • Lubricating oil
  • Power Termination
    • Busbar
  • Starting / Charging System
    • Battery disconnect switch
    • Battery, rack and cables
    • 24 Volt electric starting motor
    • 45 Amp Charging alternator
  • General
    • Caterpillar yellow with high gloss black rails & radiator
    • Flywheel and flywheel housing-SAE
    • SAE standard rotation
    • RH service
  • Air Inlet System
    • Heavy duty air cleaner
    • Standard air cleaners
    • Dual element air cleaner
  • Circuit Breakers
    • Circuit breaker wiring groups
    • Enclosures – Control packaging
    • Shrouds
    • Power connection covers
    • 1600, 2000, 2500 and 3200 Amp, 3 Pole, IEC-Rated Circuit breakers
    • Center posts busbars
    • Cable supports
    • 400, 800, 1200, 1600, 2000, 2500 and 3000 Amp, 3 Pole, UL-100% Rated Circuit breakers
    • 800, 1600, 2000, 2500 and 3200 Amp, 4 Pole, IEC rated Circuit breakers
  • Control Panels
    • EMCP 4.3, EMCP 4.4
  • Cooling System
    • High ambient radiator
    • Extended life coolant
    • Radiator duct flange
    • Standard radiator
    • Certified radiator
  • Enclosures
    • Color options
    • Cold weather bundle
    • DC lighting package
    • Sound attenuated enclosure
    • Premium sound attenuated enclosure
    • Enclosure fuel tank options
    • Enclosure louvres – fixed and motorized
    • AC Panel, outlets and lights
    • Panel bracket
  • Exhaust System
    • Flexible fittings
    • Exhaust through the wall kit
    • Elbow mounting kit
    • Mufflers
    • Flange and exhaust expanders
    • Guard and shield system
    • Flanges
    • All C32 engines have 203 mm (8 in) exhaust outlets
  • Generator And Attachments
    • Medium voltage generators
    • Low voltage generators
  • Lube System
    • Prelube manual sump pump
    • Oil pan
    • Oil level regulator
  • Mounting System
    • IBC vibration isolators
    • Spring type vibration isolators
    • Mounting base types
    • Standard package isolators
  • Power Termination
    • Circuit breakers, UL listed
    • Circuit breakers, IEC compliant
  • Power Connections
    • Low voltage connection cables
    • Neutral grounding connection
    • Center post busbars
  • Starting / Charging System
    • Electric starting motor – Standard/heavy duty
    • Jacket water heater
    • 35 Amp Battery charger
    • 10 Amp Battery charger
    • 10 Amp enclosure Battery charger
    • Standard 24 volt open package battery set – Dry
    • 20 Amp Battery charger
    • Space heater
  • Special Tests / Reports
    • IBC seismic Certifications
    • Custom generator TVA report
    • PGS Test report @ 1.0 power factor
    • Generator test report
    • Standard engine test
    • Standard genset Torsional Vibration Analysis (TVA) report
    • CSA test and certification
    • OSHPD seismic Certifications
    • PGS Test report @ 0.8 power factor
  • General
    • Special paint
    • US aid emblem




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