Cat C280-12 Marine Generator Set

Cat C280-12 Marine Generator Set

Minimum Rating 3520 ekW (4400 kVA)
Maximum Rating 3640 ekW (4550 kVA)
Frequency 50 Hz or 60 Hz
Speed 1000 rpm (50 hz) or 900 rpm (60 hz)
Emissions/Fuel Strategy EPA Tier 2, IMO II
Engine Model Vee 12, 4-Stroke-Cycle Diesel
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Generator Set Specifications
Minimum Rating 3520 ekW (4400 kVA)
Maximum Rating 3640 ekW (4550 kVA)
Frequency 50 Hz or 60 Hz
Speed 1000 rpm (50 hz) or 900 rpm (60 hz)
Minimum Rating 3520 ekW (4400 kVA)
Maximum Rating 3640 ekW (4550 kVA)
Frequency 50 Hz or 60 Hz
Speed 1000 rpm (50 hz) or 900 rpm (60 hz)
Emissions/Fuel Strategy EPA Tier 2, IMO II
Generator Set Configurations
Emissions/Fuel Strategy EPA Tier 2, IMO II
Engine Specifications
Engine Model Vee 12, 4-Stroke-Cycle Diesel
Aspiration Turbocharged-Aftercooled
Bore 11 in
Stroke 12 in
Displacement 13,546 in3
Governor Type Electronic
Fuel System EUI
Compression Ratio 50 Hz 13
Compression Ratio 60 Hz 13:1
Aspiration Turbocharged-Aftercooled
Bore 11 in
Stroke 12 in
Displacement 13,546 in³
Governor Type Electronic
Engine Model V 12, 4-Stroke-Cycle Diesel
Emissions EPA Tier 2, IMO II
Generator Set Dimensions
Length 317 in
Width 77 in
Height 155 in
Weight (Estimated) 25,000 lb
Length 317 in
Width 77 in
Height 155 in
Weight - Estimated 25,000 lb
Power Rating
Power Range 3640 - 3520 ekW

A3 ECU - Advantages

CAN J1939 data link Waterproof connectors, Maintenance-free, Backup ECU for redundant governing

A3 ECU - Electronic Advantages

Load feedback, Programmable droop, Adjustable gain, Adjustable fuel/air ratio control, Histograms of engine operation, Cat Messenger display presents diagnostics and other engine parameters

A3 ECU - Data Advantages through J1939 Link

Engine speed, Boost pressure, Throttle position, Fuel consumption rate, Inlet manifold temperature, Diagnostic codes and events, Configuration, Desired engine speed, Battery voltage, Engine load, Lifetime totals — engine hours, fuel burned, idle fuel, idle hours, Trip totals — average fuel rate, idle fuel, idle hours, engine hours, fuel burned, trip reset

Customer Interface Panel

Interfaces with standard Cat® Marine Monitoring System (PLC in Price List), Provides visual indication of ECU functionality, Accepts 4 — 20 mA or PWM remote throttle speed input, Marine alarm and protection

Electronic Unit Injectors

“Drop-in” installation, No threaded fuel connections, High pressure inside injector only, Does not require double wall fuel lines or leak collection device, Injector synchronization not required

  • General
    • LH and RH service availability
  • Air Inlet System
    • Aftercooler — fresh water, corrosion resistant coated (air side)
    • Crankcase breathers, top mounted
    • Air inlet adapter - Straight / 90 degree / 35 degree
  • Air Inlet Sytem
    • Dual turbochargers, rear-mounted, engine oil lubricated
  • Control System
    • Dual Caterpillar ADEM A4 Electronic Engine Control Modules
    • Rigid Wiring Harness
  • Cooling System
    • Aftercooler / oil cooler and jacket water pumps (gear driven)
    • Engine coolant water drains
    • Single Circuit / Separate Circuit Aftercooler
  • Exhaust System
    • Dry, gas tight, exhaust manifold
    • Turbo speed sensors - overspeed protection
  • Fuel System
    • Fuel transfer pump, gear driven
    • Duplex Fuel filters
    • Electronically Controlled Unit Injectors
  • Insrumentation
    • CAT Alarm & Protection System
  • Lube System
    • Oil pump, gear driven
    • 3 element oil cooler, engine mounted
    • Duplex centrifugal oil filter - engine mounted
    • Prelube pump - air / electric
  • Protection System
    • Cylinder pressure relief valves
  • Exhaust System
    • Exhaust manifold shielding - soft
  • Fuel System
    • SOLAS shielding
  • Lube System
    • Front and rear oil pan drains
    • Wet sump
    • SOLAS shielding
  • Protection Sytem
    • Oil mist detector
  • Protection System
    • Cylinder pressure relief valves
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