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Cat C1.5 Marine Generator Set

Compact 3-cylinder 1.5 L naturally aspirated diesel marine genset, 10-12 ekW at 1500/1800 rpm (50/60 Hz), U.S. EPA Tier 3, available open or with sound enclosure.

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Description

The Cat C1.5 Marine Generator Set is a compact diesel genset based on a 3-cylinder, naturally aspirated engine with low vibration and sound levels. It is available as an open set or with a sound enclosure, with single-side servicing and extended service intervals.

Technical data

  • Power range: 10-12 ekW
  • Frequency / speed: 50/60 Hz, 1500/1800 rpm
  • Engine: inline 3, 4-stroke diesel, 1.5 L (91 in³); bore 84 mm
  • Electrical isochronous governor
  • Cooling: heat exchanger or single-circuit keel
  • Emissions: U.S. EPA Tier 3
  • Lube oil refill with filter: 6 L (1.6 gal); oil change interval 500 h
  • Engine dry weight: 319 kg (703 lb)

Equipment

Standard: single-element air cleaner, water-cooled exhaust manifold, single- or three-phase brushless generator, 12 or 24 V starter, 12 V 55 A alternator, single-side service points, anti-vibration mounts, electronic automatic safety shutdowns.

Optional: sound attenuated enclosure (factory fit or upgrade kit), keel cooling kit, basic, deluxe and remote panels, AC circuit breakers, flexible fuel lines, primary fuel filter/water separator, siphon break, exhaust components, insulated electrical system.

Specifications

Frequency50 / 60 50 / 60
Minimum Rating10 ekW (10 kVA) 10 ekW (10 kVA)
Speed1500 / 1800 rpm 1500 / 1800 rpm
EmissionsU.S. EPA Tier 3 U.S. EPA Tier 3
ConfigurationInline 3, 4-Stroke Cycle diesel Inline 3, 4-Stroke Cycle diesel
Displacement91 in³ 1.5 l
AspirationNaturally Aspirated Naturally Aspirated
Governor TypeElectrical Isochronous Electrical Isochronous
Bore3.31 in 84 mm
Stroke3.5 in 90 mm
Refill CapacityLube Oil System w/oil filter change: 6 L (1.6 gal) Lube Oil System w/oil filter change: 6 L (1.6 gal)
Oil Change Interval500 hrs 500 hrs
Rotation from Flywheel EndCounterclockwise Counterclockwise
CoolingHex or Single Circuit Keel Hex or Single Circuit Keel
Length40.8 in / 1,038 mm (open) 43.1 in / 711 mm (enclosed) 40.8 in / 1,038 mm (open) 43.1 in / 711 mm (enclosed)
Width21.1 in / 535 mm (open) 24 in / 608 mm (enclosed) 21.1 in / 535 mm (open) 24 in / 608 mm (enclosed)
Height27.1 in / 535 mm (open) 27.9 in / 711 mm (enclosed) 27.1 in / 535 mm (open) 27.9 in / 711 mm (enclosed)
Engine Dry Weight703 lb / 319 kg 703 lb / 319 kg
Power Range10 - 12 ekW
ApplicationWorkboat

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