3608 | 2363 - 3575 kVA Diesel Generator

Diesel Generator Sets 3608 (50 Hz)

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Key Specs

Maximum Rating
3575 kVA
3575 kVA
Minimum Rating
2363 kVA
2363 kVA
Emissions/Fuel Strategy
Low Fuel Consumption
Low Fuel Consumption

Overview

3608 (50 Hz)

Producing reliable power from 2363 to 3575 kVA at 50 Hz, our 3608 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. The generator set is certified for low fuel consumption.

Benefits

Over 200,000,000 Operating hours

at Global locations

Up to 10% Better Fuel Economy

Demonstrated savings

Over 20% Reduction in Service Time

Two inspection ports per cylinder, segmented camshafts and individual heads ease service

Product Specifications for 3608 (50 Hz)

Maximum Rating 3575 kVA 3575 kVA
Minimum Rating 2363 kVA 2363 kVA
Emissions/Fuel Strategy Low Fuel Consumption Low Fuel Consumption
Frequency 50 Hz 50 Hz
Speed 750 & 1000 rpm 750 & 1000 rpm
Duty Cycle Standby, Prime, Continuous Standby, Prime, Continuous
Engine Model 3608 I-8,4-Stroke Water-Cooled Diesel 3608 I-8,4-Stroke Water-Cooled Diesel
Bore 11 in 280 mm
Stroke 11.8 in 300 mm
Displacement 9064 in³ 148 l
Compression Ratio 13:01 13:01
Aspiration TA TA
Fuel System Direct unit injection Direct unit injection
Governor Type Generator Set Monitoring System (GMS) Generator Set Monitoring System (GMS)
Length - Maximum 404 in 10261.7 mm
Width - Maximum 99.62 in 2530.3 mm
Height - Maximum 156.6 in 3977.7 mm
Dry Weight - Genset (maximum) 91050 lb 41390 kg

3608 (50 Hz) Standard Equipment

Air Inlet System

  • Breather, crankcase, top-mounted
  • Aftercooler, fresh water, corrosion resistant coated (air side)
  • Turbocharger, watercooled (750 rpm and HFO), engine oil lubricated
  • Air inlet shutoff

Cooling System

  • Water temperature regulator
  • Jacket water thermostats
  • Engine coolant water drains

Exhaust System

  • 457 mm (18 in) Cat bolt pattern
  • Includes adapter, flexible exhaust fitting
  • Dry, gas tight, exhaust manifold

Fuel System

  • Simplex or duplex

Generator System

  • Custom generator per generator data sheet completed by dealer

Governor System

  • UG Actuator

Lube System

  • Service side engine mounted on cylinder block inspection covers
  • Centrifugal oil filters with single shutoff
  • Crankcase explosion relief valves
  • Wet oil sump. Includes engine-driven main lubrication and oil pumps, oil lines and oil pan
  • Oil filler and dipstick
  • Oil pressure regulating valve

Mounting System

  • Engine and generator mounting
  • Damper, torsional vibration

Starting / Charging System

  • Line group for single point custom connection
  • Air silencer
  • One motor, engine mounted at rear, on left side
  • Vane type air starter

General:

  • Paint, Caterpillar yellow
  • Gear driven pumps: Fuel/oil/jacket water/Aftercooler/Oil cooler water

3608 (50 Hz) Optional Equipment

Air Inlet System

  • Air cleaner louver assembly
  • Air inlet adapter
  • Heavy duty air cleaner
  • Vertical support bracket
  • Soot filter
  • Boost control valve

Cooling System

  • Expansion tank
  • Auxiliary water pump
  • Heating aids
  • Cooling system aids

Exhaust System

  • Flexible exhaust fittings
  • Weld flange and related hardware

Fuel System

  • Duplex primary fuel strainer
  • Fuel priming pump
  • Fuel system connections

Generator System

  • Winding temperature detectors
  • Anti-condensation space heaters
  • Busbar connections
  • 3 Phase, six Leads, WYE
  • Class F insulation

Governor System

  • Digital programmers
  • 2301 A load share
  • 723 Plus
  • EGB actuator
  • Electronic/actuators
  • Battery backup/power supply

Lube System

  • Oil pan drain valve
  • Lube ANSI adapter (Emergency connection)

Mounting System

  • Spring type vibration isolators
  • Non-vertically restrained
  • Vertically restrained
  • Isolator

Starting / Charging System

  • Pressure reducing valve
  • Compressed air flex hose

General:

  • Custom paint colors

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