C280-16 OFFSHORE GENERATOR SET (FRONT-MOUNTED TURBO)
The C280-16 generator set incorporates years of proven success of the 3600 engine with the latest technology in electronics. The result is a fully integrated solution that is ideal for offshore operations.<br> Ideal applications for the C280-16 offshore generator set are main power on-board drilling and production vessels and platforms. These include jackup rigs, semi-submersible rigs, drillships, and production platforms.<br> The new front-mounted turbocharger configuration and complete package offering makes integration of the Cat C280-16 generator set into the vessel a simplified operation by reducing the scope of work and supply at the shipyard.<br> The redundant ADEM A4 engine control system works together with the Cat Alarm and Protection to bring comprehensive generator set control, safety, and simple operator interface.<br> Cat generator sets are backed by the worldwide network of Cat dealers ready to support your operation with technical support, service, parts, and warranty.<br> Cat C280-16 offshore generator set with front-mounted turbochargers.
SPECIFICATIONS
Minimum Rating5600.0 ekW
Maximum Rating5730.0 ekW
EmissionsIMO Tier 2 / EPA Marine Tier 2
engine specifications
Minimum Rating5600.0 ekW
Maximum Rating5730.0 ekW
EmissionsIMO Tier 2 / EPA Marine Tier 2
AspirationTurbocharged-Aftercooled
Fuel SystemEUI
Engine ControlDual ADEM™ A4
Generator Set ControlCat® Alarm and Protection System
Oil Change Interval1000.0 hr
Weight66000.0 kg
Stroke300.0 mm
Bore280.0 mm
Displacement296.0 L
dimensions
Length10283.0 mm
Height4092.0 mm
Width2800.0 mm
capacity for liquids
Cooling System (Engine)1245.0 L
Lube Oil System (Refill)1677.0 L
C280-16 FMT STANDARD EQUIPMENT
- product consist
The engine is a turbocharged, aftercooled, four-strokecycle- diesel, electronic unit injection engine with a 280 mm (11 in) bore by 300 mm (11.8 in) stroke. SAE standard rotation is counterclockwise as viewed from the rear of engine flywheel. - emissions certifications
GL and CCS approved IMO certificate — includes statement of compliance or Engine International Air Pollution Prevention (EIAPP) certificate, supplied by the Recognized Organization (RO) where available, and technical file to be kept on board per IMO regulations. - marine certification society typeapproval
ABS, BV, CCS, DnV, GL, LRS
Spray shielding to meet SOLAS regulations for flammable fluids - european certifications
Declaration of Incorporation for EU Machinery Safety
Directive and EU Low Voltage Safety Directive - air inlet system
Fresh water aftercooler, corrosion resistant coated (air side)
Air inlet shutoff
Turbochargers (2), front-mounted, oil lubricated
90° adapter and straight adapters for air inlet to turbocharger
Air cleaners
Air cleaners with Cat dry paper filter elements (approximately 99.9% efficient at filtering SAE fine dust) - control system
Dual Cat ADEM A4 electronic engine control module with electronic unit injector fuel system, rigid wiring harness (10 amp 24V power required to drive electronic engine control modules), direct rack control - cooling system
Gear-driven jacket water (JW) pump
Gear-driven separate-circuit aftercooler/oil cooler (AC/OC) pump
Front-mounted water connections: JW and AC/OC, 6" ANSI
Jacket Water Thermostat Options:
AC/OC Thermostat Options:
Expansion Tank Options: - exhaust system
Dry, gas tight exhaust manifold
Dual turbocharger, front-mounted
Dual wastegate; hard shielding - SOLAS compliant
Exhaust manifold shields - fuel system
Distillate fuel (requires viscosity ranging from 1.4 cSt to 20 cSt at 38°C); fuel pump, gear-driven; fuel transfer pump (mounted on left-hand side); duplex fuel filters, rear-engine-mounted; electronically controlled unit injectors
; crankcase breathers, top-mounted; turbochargers (2), front-mounted, oil lubricated - lube system
Centrifugal oil filters and lines with single shutoff - RH mounted on cylinder block inspection covers, serviceable with the engine running
Oil pump, gear-driven
Oil filler and dipstick - located in base integrated tank
Oil pressure regulating valve
Duplex oil filter - accessory module mounted
Off engine mounted oil cooler - DTO quote required for package connections
Base integrated tank - DTO required
Electric continuous prelube pump
Redundant prelube with continuous electric prelube
Intermittent air prelube backup - protection system
Flywheel and damper guards
Crankcase explosion relief valves - instrumentation
Cat Alarm and Protection System Features: - starting system
TDI dual air starting motors, LH rear
Shutoff valve
Two integrated relay valves with built-in screen #40 mesh and solenoid
Air pressure sensor, monitored by Cat Alarm and Protection System - requires customer wiring
Maximum operating (dynamic) pressure: 10 bar (150 psi)
Maximum static pressure: 14 bar (200 psi)
3-inch ANSI flange customer connection; requires customer-provided 3-inch supply air line from receiver or regulator to air starter and flex connection; if regulator is used, Cv of 40 or greater is required
Pressure reducing valve - mounting system
Design-To-Order (DTO) base - general
Generator panel
Torsional coupling
Engine barring device options:
C280-16 FMT OPTIONS
- air inlet system
Soot filter
Air cleaner support bracket - cooling system
Jacket water heater
ANSI connection adapters - exhaust system
Flexible exhaust fittings
Weld flanges - fuel system
Manual fuel priming pump
Duplex primary fuel strainer - lube system
Lube oil heater - protection system
Cylinder pressure relief valve
Spray shielding
Oil mist detector - mounting system
Vertically-restrained vibration isolators and weld plates - general
Accessory module - Front mounted for mounting expansion tank, heat exchanger, instrument panel, annunciator panel, alarm and shutdown contactors, and fuel strainer
Engine testing — certified dynamometer test, fuel consumption test, rated speed performance test, overload test, minimum power setting, peak firing pressure test, turbo work certificates, crankshaft work certificates, standard and project-specific witness testing
Spare parts kit
Engine lifting eyes - literature
Project-specific installation drawings
Electrical schematics and P - id drawings