GCM34
US
Metric
Overview
Caterpillar electric power stands for reliable energy supply. Especially during the energy system transformation, Cat generator sets close the energy gap caused by renewable energy source such as wind and photo voltaic. Short ramp up time, low operating costs and rapid maintenance times ensures a high availability according to the need of our customers. Combined heat /cool and power solutions allow our customers to maximize the efficiency and earnings paired with low emissions. Wherever power is needed around the globe, Caterpillar is able to support you with the best products and services to maximize your profit.
Generator Set Configurations
Specific Energy Consumption Up To
6971.00 Btu/kWh
0.00
Generator Set Specifications
Genset Rating Range
6580 - 10300 kWe
Fuel Type
Gas
Emission Level Up To
Technische Anleitung (TA) Luft- 2002
Voltage
3-13.8 kV
Engine Specifications
Aspiration
Turbocharged-aftercooled
Generator Set Specifications
Bore
13.39 in
340.00 mm
Engine Specifications
Configuration
16, 20 cylinder
Generator Set Specifications
Dry Weight - Genset (maximum)
361558.00 lb
164.00 ton (US)
Generator Set Dimensions
Dry Weight - Genset (minimum)
297624.00 ton (US)
135.00 lb
Generator Set Specifications
Emergency Ramp Up 10% To 100% Load
60 s
Engine Efficiency Up To
48.0%
Engine Specifications
Engine Rating Range
6720 - 10500 kW
Engine Type
4-stroke-engine
Frequency At Speed
50 Hz @ 750/ 60 Hz @ 720
Generator Set Specifications
Height - Maximum
201.00 in
5101.00 mm
Generator Set Dimensions
Height - Minimum
189.00 in
4809.00 mm
Length - Maximum
562.00 in
14280.00 mm
Length - Minimum
476.00 in
12100.00 mm
Engine Specifications
Mean Effective Pressure Up To
319.00 psi
22.00 bar
Normal Ramp Up To 100% Load
80 s
Ready To Accept Loads (Preheated/Vented)
80 s
Specific Fuel Oil Consumption (WB I) Up To
0.41 Ib/kWh
184.00 g/kWh
Specific Fuel Oil Consumption (WB II) Up To
0.41 Ib/kWh
184.00 g/kWh
Specific Lube Oil Consumption
0.00 Ib/kWh
0.30 g/kWh
Stroke
16.54 in
420.00 mm
Swept Volume
2327.00 in³
38.10 l/cyl
Generator Set Dimensions
Width - Maximum
154.00 in
3910.00 mm
Width - Minimum
137.00 in
3492.00 mm
Generator Set Configurations
Specific Energy Consumption Up To
6971.00 Btu/kWh
0.00
Specific Energy Consumption Up To
6971.00 Btu/kWh
0.00
Specific Energy Consumption Up To
6971.00 Btu/kWh
7355.00 kJ/kWh
Engine Specifications
Bore
13.38 in
340.00 mm
Generator Set Dimensions
Height
212.20 in
5390.00 mm
Dry Weight - Genset
164000.00 kg
361558.00 lb
Generator Set Specifications
Voltage
3-13.8 kV
Maximum Continuous Rating
10320 / 9830 ekW @ 1.0pf
Fuel Type
Natural Gas
Maximum Electrical Efficiency
47.90%
Frequency
50 / 60 Hz
RPM
750/720
Engine Specifications
Engine Model
G20CM34
Displacement
46484.20 in³
762.60 l
Aspiration
TA
Stroke
16.53 in
420.00 mm
Generator Set Dimensions
Length
562.20 in
14280.00 mm
Width
153.90 in
3910.00 mm
Generator Set Specifications
Frequency
50/60 Hz
Features
GCM34 Gas Engine
- Robust high speed block design provides prolonged life and lower owning operationg costs
- Designed for maximum performance on low pressure pipeline natural gas
- Simple open chamber combustion system for reliability and fuel flexibility
- Leading edge technology in ignition system and air/fuel ratio control for lower emission and engine efficiency
- One electronic control module handles all engine functions: ignition, governing, air/fuel ratio control and engine protection
SR5 Generator
- Designed to match performance and output characteristics of Caterpillar gas engines
- Industry leading mechanical and electrical design
- High efficiency
Emissions
- Meets most worldwide emissions requirements down to 0.5 g/bhp-hr NOx level without aftertreatment
Insert 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
Cat Electronic Control System
- Simple user friendly interface and navigation
- Digital monitoring, metering and protection setting
- Fully-featured power metering and protective relaying
- Remote control and monitor capability options
Proven System
- Field proven in a wide range of applications worldwide
- Fully prototype tested
- Certified torsional vibration analysis available
One Safe Source
- Wide range of bolt-on system expansion attachments
- Factory designed and tested
- Flexible packaging options for easy and cost effective installation
World Wide 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
- Fuel System
- Separator module
- Pre-pressure module
- Circulation module
- Gas valve unit (GVU) (only dual fuel (DF) and gas)
- Ignition fuel oil module (only dual fuel (DF))
- Engine ventilation module (only dual fuel (DF) and gas)
- Lubricating Oil System
- Lube oil separator module
- Piping interface module
- Combined module: cooling water system and lube oil system
- Cooling Water System
- Combined module: see lube oil system
- Cooling water system with radiators
- Piping interface module
- Starting System
- Starting air receiver module
- Starting air compressor module
- Combustion Air System
- Air filter - pulse
- Air filter - pocket
- Air filter - oil bath
- Exhaust System
- Exhaust gas ventilation module (only dual fuel (DF) and gas)
- Exhaust gas silencer
- Oxidation catalytic (Oxicat) converter system
- Selective catalytic reduction (SCR) system
- Control & Monitoring System
- Motor control center module (MCC)
- Local data panel (LDP) / generator control panel (GCP)
- Gas leak detection per cylinder (only dual fuel (DF) and gas)
- Local control panel (LCP)
- Engine monitoring package
- Mounting System
- Elastic mounting - genset/engine
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