Main Features and Specifications of Caterpillar C27 Generator

Posted by Victor Seropian on April 21st, 2018

Caterpillar is one of the leading manufacturers of generators, offering a wide range of specifications and particularities. From low to extremely high powered, any search for diesel generators can end with them. Caterpillar’s products meet world standards when it comes to global emission rates, low levels of fuel consumption and high level of efficiency. 

Caterpillar’s C27 generator is part of its range of diesel generators and have some very good features that it can boast of. 

1. Suited for mission critical, prime and standby applications

This generator produces reliable power in the range of 680 to about 800ekW at a frequency of 60 Hz, it can be suitable for applications with multiple power ratings. 

This model is made for mission critical, prime and standby applications. Mission critical applications are those that are used for an average of about 200 hours in a year but do not exceed 500 hours. Standby power applications also have similar usage hours, but they have a lower load factor than mission critical rated applications. These are usually used in healthcare or in data centers. Prime power applications are those which can have unlimited hours of usage. 

2. Low fuel Consumption 

The fuel consumption of a generator is of key importance while choosing a generator to buy. How long a generator can run on a gallon of gas determines its rate of fuel consumption. It is obvious that a low fuel consumption rate is beneficial as it reduces cost of energy and is also much better for the environment. The caterpillar C27 generator is very fuel efficient and complies by the emission standards set by the US Environmental Protection Agency (Tier 2). 

3. Integrated control 

Caterpillar C27 has an integrated system of control that includes an Automatic Transfer System (ATS) that ensures power is transferred automatically to the alternative source of power in the event of failure of the normal source. The ATS, along with the switchgear, ensures a consistent supply of power as well as connection to the fleet through both remote and on-site monitoring options. 

The interface of the EMCP 4 supported control panel is user friendly and helps organize all diagnostic and management tools in an efficient way. The EMCP 4.4 system allows you to make use of multiple generators for increased level of power output and much better reliability. 

They also offer a wide range of useful accessories and expansion that can be bolted on to satisfy your power requirements. 

About the Author: 

This article is written by Victor Seropian, who has been associated as President at Power Generation Enterprises. Powergenenterprises.com leads the world of power supply in the segment of power generation systems around the world. They offer both, new and pre-owned power generation and marine power systems equipment in all the required sizes.