G16CM34 Gas Engine

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The G16CM34 is a natural gas, spark ignited, V-style, turbocharged and aftercooled engine that provides: low emissions, high efficiency, high reliability, high flexibility, constant torque and variable speed. The engine achieves high efficiency and low emissions by utilizing solenoid operated gas admission valves, enriched prechamber design, and Cat® ADEM A3 control technology.

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Engine Specifications

Minimum Rating 8180.0 HP 6100.0 ekW

Maximum Rating 8180.0 HP 6100.0 ekW

Emissions U.S. EPA SI NSPS Site Compliant Capable U.S. EPA SI NSPS Site Compliant Capable

Bore

Bore 340.0 mm 13.38 in

Aspiration

Aspiration Turbocharged-2 Stage Aftercooled Turbocharged-2 Stage Aftercooled

Stroke

Stroke 420.0 mm 16.54 in

Displacement

Displacement 610 L (37,209 in3) 610 L (37,209 in3)

Rotation from Flywheel End

Rotation from Flywheel End Counterclockwise Counterclockwise

Flywheel Teeth

Flywheel Teeth 408 408

Oil Change Interval

Oil Change Interval 7500 hrs 7500 hrs

Weight - Dry

Weight - Dry 82000.0 kg 181000.0 lb

Governor and Protection

Governor and Protection Electronic (ADEM™ A3) Electronic (ADEM™ A3)

Compression Ratio

Compression Ratio 11.4:1 11.4:1

Engine Design

- Tough and durable, built on industry standard G3300 platform - Caterpillar supplied air/fuel ratio control and threeway catalyst designed specifically for this engine to provide superior emissions control with NSPS and NonAttainment zone compliance- 0.5 g and 1 g NOx settings available - Integrated operator interface panel, TWC and AFRC reduces hands-on time with the engine - Operator interface panel allows setup and servicing without a laptop- Runs on a broad range of fuels and speeds at any emissions level- Factory installed components with single connection point eases packaging

Full Range of Attachments

Large variety of factory-installed engine attachments reduces packaging time

PRODUCT SUPPORT OFFERED THROUGH GLOBAL CAT DEALER

More than 2,200 dealer outletsCat factory-trained dealer technicians service every aspect of your petroleum engineCaterpillar parts and labor warranty. Preventive maintenance agreements available for repairbefore-failure optionsS•O•SSM program matches your oil and coolant samples against Catepillar set standards to determine:- Internal engine component condition- Presence of unwanted fluids- Presence of combustion by-products- Site-specific oil change interval

OVER 80 YEARS OF ENGINE MANUFACTURING EXPERIENCE

Over 60 years of natural gas engine productionOwnership of these manufacturing processes enables Caterpillar to produce high quality, dependable products.- Cast engine blocks, heads, cylinder liners, and flywheel housings- Machine critical components- Assemble complete engine

G16CM34 Gas Engine Standard Equipment

Air Inlet System

Turbocharger Inlet Adapter - provides a flexible connection between engine mounted turbocharger inlet and customer inlet air piping

Air Filter Units - Two air filter housings for remote installation, one per turbocharger, are designed for normal environmental conditions. Each filter housing contains six (6) dry filter elements. A single filter housing with twelve (12) filter elements is offered as optional

Air Intake Silencer – an in-line tubular air silencers designed for 30 dB(A) noise reduction

Cooling System

The engine includes an auxiliary skid that combines the cooling system and lubrication system functions. The standard cooling system separates the High Temperature (HT – includes JW) circuit from the Low Temperature (LT – includes 2nd stage of aftercooler) circuit. Thermostatic valves are included for each circuit. Two-stage charge air cooler splits heat load between the HT and LT circuit, reducing the heat load to the LT system, minimizing cooler costs. The lube oil system includes a automatic filter, plate and frame oil cooler, an engine-mounted gear-driven lubrication pump, and an electric motor-driven pre/post-lubricating pump. A pneumatically actuated thermostatic valve (controlled by the engine control panel) controls the lube oil temperature. All components mounted on a single baseplate with drip pan for pollution control. Interconnecting pipe between engine and cooling water/lube oil skid are by customer. Engine controls are by customer.

Set of Flexible Connectors at the engine for cooling water piping

Crankcase Ventilation Systems

Design includes multi-stage oil remover with metal elements and paper filter

Capacity – 340 m3/h (200 scfm)

Cylinder Block

One-piece design for strength and rigidity

Underslung crankshaft reduces weight and provides easy access to bearings for service

Dry cylinder block (waterless) offers reduced repair times and increased strength

Crankcase pressure relief devices

Designed for block or skid mounting

Cylinder Head

Individual cylinder heads with two inlet and two exhaust valves per cylinder

Water-cooled exhaust seats to increase life

Nitrided valves with automatic rotators

Drive Coupling

A torsionally elastic high damping steel spring coupling is provided. The TVA study with up to eight compressor load cases is included.

Engine Controls and Instrumentation

The engine utilizes the ADEM A3 engine management system for speed regulation, individual cylinder detonation control, closed loop air/fuel ratio control, engine monitoring and protection. Electronically controlled pneumatic actuated valves control the main and pilot fuel gas pressure. System also includes an operator interface for displaying operating parameters and system messages. This system includes a local control panel with PLC for additional engine management and protection. Protection provided by this system includes: - Engine control panel with PLC and operator control interface - Floor-standing enclosure with window kit for touch screen - Supplied local control panel includes space to incorporate compressor PLC, which can be displayed on same screen

Exhaust Gas System

- Two front-mounted (non-flywheel end) turbochargers designed for constant pressure supercharging - Variable geometry turbochargers will provide optimal air-fuel ratio control through a wide operating range by controlling its own manifold pressure - Exhaust gas pipe manifold with one expansion joint per cylinder; connection allows easy maintenance and quick cylinder head removal

Flywheels & Flywheel Housings

A flywheel with starting ring gear is shipped mounted, cover/guard not included.

Fuel System

Gas Regulating Unit – independently controls the gas supply pressure to the main combustion chamber and pre-chamber. The skid is certified for Class 1, Division 2, Group D hazardous location.

Set of Flexible Connectors at the engine for main chamber and pre-chamber piping

Lube-Oil System

The lube-oil part of the auxiliary skid includes the following components:

Painting

The engine is painted Cat yellow, other colors can be provided. Caterpillar Motoren's standard paint system will be used.

Starting System

Equipped with turbine-type air starters (TDI) uses compressed air or natural gas for engine starting; 1,034 kPa (150 psi) minimum air pressure. Rear mounted.

Set of Flexible Connectors at the engine for start air/gas piping

Barring Device Controller – handheld controller with hoses and oiler

Testing

Each engine is factory tested before shipment from Kiel, Germany. Test reports will be provided as part of the standard documentation.

General

Flexible Coupling – flexible coupling between engine and driven equipment (compressor)

Barring Device Controller – handheld controller with hoses and oiler

Torsional Vibration Analysis (TVA) of up to eight (8) load cases

G16CM34 Gas Engine Optional Equipment

Air Inlet System

Inlet air Pre-heater – required for inlet air temperature below -20°C (-4°F)