Caterpillar DE500 GC – C18 Diesel Power Generator

Caterpillar DE500 GC Diesel Generator

Ratings & Electrical

• Prime Power: 455 kVA / 364 kW
• Standby Power: 500 kVA / 400 kW
• Frequency: 50 Hz
• Speed: 1500 rpm
• Voltage: 400/230 V (3-phase)
• Power Factor: 0.8 (lagging)
• Alternator Insulation: Class H
• Voltage Regulation: ±1%

Engine / Mechanical

• Engine Model: CAT C18 Diesel Engine
• Configuration: 4-stroke, 6-cylinder, inline, turbocharged & aftercooled
• Displacement: 18.1 L
• Bore × Stroke: 145 mm × 173 mm
• Compression Ratio: 16.0 : 1
• Lubricating Oil Capacity: ~80 L
• Coolant Capacity: ~100 L

Fuel & Consumption

• Fuel Type: Diesel
• Fuel Consumption @100% Load: ~230 L/h
• Fuel Consumption @75% Load: ~173 L/h
• Fuel Tank Capacity: ~1200 L (typical enclosure)

Cooling, Exhaust & Air

• Exhaust Gas Temperature: ~720 °C
• Exhaust Gas Flow: ~40 m³/min
• Max Exhaust Back Pressure: 10 kPa
• Cooling System: Radiator-cooled, tropical rating

Physical Dimensions & Weight

• Dimensions (L × W × H): ~4000 mm × 1800 mm × 2300 mm
• Weight (approx.): ~5000 kg (open set)

Alternator & Control

• Alternator Frame: Caterpillar or equivalent, Class H insulation
• Control Panel: Caterpillar electronic controller
• Features: Monitoring, protection & optional auto-start/stop