D450 GC

D450 GC (60 Hz) Generator Set

D450 GC C15 (60 Hz) | 450 kW Diesel Generator models represent a customizable and flexible solution for your standby applications.

D450 GC Open Set

DESCRIPTION

The D450 GC diesel generator sets have been developed to meet your needs in standby applications. Producing reliable power of 450 ekW at 60 Hz, meeting ISO 8528-5 transient response requirements and built to accept 100 % rated load in one step. The engines are certified for U.S. EPA Certified for Stationary Emergency Use Only (Tier 2 or Tier 3 Nonroad Equivalent Emission Standards).Caterpillar is leading the power generation marketplace with Power Solutions engineered to deliver unmatched flexibility, expandability, reliability, and cost-effectiveness.Electric Power

Cat Generator Set Package

  • Cat generator set packages have been fully prototype tested
  • Accepts 100% block load in one step and meets NFPA 110 loading requirements
  • Conform to ISO 8528-5 steady state and transient response requirements

Cat Diesel Engine

  • Reliable, rugged, durable design
  • Field-proven in thousands of applications worldwide
  • Four-stroke-cycle diesel engine combines consistent performance and excellent fuel economy with minimum weight

M-Frame Alternator

  • Superior motor starting capability minimizes need for oversizing alternator
  • Designed to match performance and output characteristics of Cat diesel engines
  • Robust Class H insulation

GCCP 1.2 Control Panel

  • User-friendly interface and navigation
  • Scalable system to meet a wide range of installation requirement
  • Expansion modules and site-specific programming for specific customer requirements

Cooling System

  • Designed to operate in standard ambient temperatures up to104°F (40°C)
  • Contact your Cat Dealer for specific ambient and altitude capabilities

Certifications

  • UL 2200 Listed
  • ULC Certification Available

One Safe Source

  • Components used in the generator set are selected based on seamless design integration to provide the optimum performance
  • The generator set is fully assembled at a Caterpillar facility following our quality guidelines
  • Each generator set package is tested before leaving the Caterpillar facility
  • Cat product support, including dealer service, parts and warranty covers the entire Cat power system

Worldwide Product Support

  • Cat dealers have over 1,800 dealer branch stores operating in 200 countries
  • Your local Cat dealer provides extensive post-sale support, including maintenance and repair agreements

  • Standard Equipment
  • Optional Equipment
  • Specs
  • Docs

Standard Equipment

  • Air Inlet System
    • Aftercooler core
    • Turbocharger
    • Air cleaner - Non canister, disposable
  • Control Panel
    • GCCP 1.2
  • Cooling System
    • Thermostats and housing
    • Blower fan and fan drive with guards
    • Radiator, package mounted
    • Coolant drain valve
    • Jacket water pump, gear driven, centrifugal
    • Radiator sight gauge
  • Exhaust System
    • Exhaust manifold - dry
  • Fuel System
    • Fuel priming pump
    • Integral tank base, 24 hours, UL142
    • Primary fuel filter w/integral water separator and secondary filter, spin on
    • Engine fuel transfer pump
    • Fuel cooler
  • Generator Set
    • Complete system designed & built at ISO 9001:2000 certified facilities
    • Factory tested to design specifications at full load conditions
    • All protective devices and control functions simulated and checked
  • Generators and Generator Attachments
    • IP23 Protection
    • Voltage regulator (single phase sensing)
    • Easy access to AVR and terminals
    • Brushless, self-excited 2/3 pitch (600V uses Internal excitation (IE))
    • Terminal box, IP22 RHS facing, bottom cable entry
    • Standard winding protection for non-harsh environments with relative humidity ? 95%
    • 6 Leads
    • Insulation system, Class H
  • Governing System
    • Cat electronic governor (ADEM A4)
  • Lube System
    • Fumes disposal to front of radiator
    • Oil filter, spin on
    • Lubricating oil, CK-4 (10W-30)
    • Shallow oil pan
    • Oil cooler
    • Oil filler and dipstick
    • Oil drain with valve
  • Mounting System
    • Includes lifting provisions and termination points for coolant and lube oil drain lines
    • Captive linear vibration isolators between base and engine-generator
  • Protection
    • Safety shutoff - Low oil pressure
    • Safety shutoff - Overspeed
    • Safety shutoff - High water temperature
  • Starting/Charging System
    • 24-volt electric starting motor
    • 24V, 45 Amp Charging alternator
  • General
    • Vibration damper
    • Parts book
    • Lifting eyes

Optional Equipment

  • Air Inlet System
    • Air cleaner (Non canister disposable)
  • Bases, Mounting & Fuel Tanks
    • Overfill prevention valve
    • Wide Base - Skid
    • Audio & visual fuel alarm (@90% fuel level)
    • Integral tank base, 24 hours, UL142
    • Fuel tank pill pipe & lockable cap
    • 5 Gallon Spill Containment
  • Exhaust
    • Industrial, residential, critical mufflers
  • Circuit breaker
    • 400A LSI
    • 400A LS/I
    • 800A LSI
    • Auxiliary contacts
    • 600A LS/I
    • 1200A LSI
    • 600A LSI
    • 1200A LS/I
    • 800A LS/I
  • Control System
    • Volt free contacts
    • 100A Load center
    • Product link remote monitoring hardware
    • Twist release, Red button emergency stop
    • 16 -light NFPA 99/110 Annunciator
    • 20A GFCI (Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter)
    • Audible alarm Gp
    • Ground fault relay
  • Enclosures
    • E-Stop
    • AC & DC Source lights
    • Sound attenuated Level 2 enclosure (White)
  • Generator
    • Anti-condensation heater
    • Oversize and premium generators
    • Excitation: [ ] Permanent magnet excitation (PMG) Excited (PM) [ ] Internally Excited (IE)
    • Permanent magnet excitation (PMG) generator
    • Space heater
  • Exhaust System
    • Manifold and turbocharger guards
    • Flexible exhaust connection
    • 8" Muffler - 25 dBA attenuation
  • Starting System
    • Standard battery set: 1000 CCA, 90 amp/hr.
    • Oversize battery set, 1400 CCA, 200 amp/hr
    • Battery charger (UL Certified)
    • Jacket water heater
  • Power Termination
    • Circuit breakers, IEC compliant
    • Circuit breakers, UL listed
  • General
    • UL2200 Certification
    • CSA Certification
    • Extended Service Coverage
    • Generator test report
    • CSA Certification
    • UL 2200 package
  • Lube System
    • Manual sump pump
  • Mounting System
    • Narrow skid base - replaces standard fuel tank base

Specs

Overview

Long Name:
D450 GC (60 Hz) Generator Set
Name:
D450 GC
Brand:
Cat
Status:
Current

Generator Set Specifications

Maximum Rating
450 ekW
Minimum Rating
450 ekW
Emissions/Fuel Strategy
EPA Stationary Emergency
Voltage
480 to 600 Volts
Frequency
60 Hz
Speed
1800 RPM
Duty Cycle
Standby

Engine Specifications

Engine Model
Cat® C15 In-line 6, 4-cycle diesel
Bore
5.4 in / 137 mm
Stroke
6.8 in / 171 mm
Displacement
928 in³ / 15.2 l
Compression Ratio
16.1:1
Aspiration
Turbocharged Air-to-Air Aftercooled
Fuel System
MEUI
Governor Type
ADEM™A4

Generator Set Dimensions

Length - Maximum
189.6 in / 4815 mm
Width - Maximum
64.2 in / 1630 mm
Height - Minimum
80.1 in / 2034 mm
Height - Maximum
101.7 in / 2584 mm
Dry Weight - Genset (minimum)
8172.5 lb / 3707 kg
Dry Weight - Genset (maximum)
10238.3 lb / 4644 kg

SEE HOW D450 GC COMPARES AGAINST FREQUENTLY COMPARED PRODUCTS.

Diesel Generator Sets
D450 GC
D450 GC Open Set
Brand
Cat
Status
Current
Maximum Rating
450 ekW
Minimum Rating
450 ekW
Emissions/Fuel Strategy
EPA Stationary Emergency
Voltage
480 to 600 Volts
Frequency
60 Hz
Speed
1800 RPM
Duty Cycle
Standby
Engine Model
Cat® C15 In-line 6, 4-cycle diesel
Bore
5.4 in / 137 mm
Stroke
6.8 in / 171 mm
Displacement
928 in³ / 15.2 l
Compression Ratio
16.1:1
Aspiration
Turbocharged Air-to-Air Aftercooled
Fuel System
MEUI
Governor Type
ADEM™A4
Length - Maximum
189.6 in / 4815 mm
Width - Maximum
64.2 in / 1630 mm
Height - Maximum
101.7 in / 2584 mm
Dry Weight - Genset (maximum)
10238.3 lb / 4644 kg
Diesel Generator Sets
D400 GC
D400 GC Open Set
Brand
Cat
Status
Current
Maximum Rating
400 ekW
Minimum Rating
400 ekW
Emissions/Fuel Strategy
EPA Stationary Emergency
Voltage
480 to 600 Volts
Frequency
60 Hz
Speed
1800 rpm
Duty Cycle
Standby
Engine Model
Cat® C13 In-line 6, 4-cycle diesel
Bore
5.1 in / 130 mm
Stroke
6.2 in / 157 mm
Displacement
763 in³ / 12.5 B
Compression Ratio
16.3:1
Aspiration
Turbocharged Air-to-Air Aftercooled
Fuel System
MEUI
Governor Type
ADEM™A4
Length - Maximum
182.8 in / 4625 mm
Width - Maximum
64.2 in / 1630 mm
Height - Maximum
96.7 in / 2456 mm
Dry Weight - Genset (maximum)
4107 lb / 9054.4 kg
Diesel Generator Sets
D50 GC
D50 GC Open Set
Brand
Cat
Status
Current
Maximum Rating
50 ekW
Minimum Rating
50 ekW
Emissions/Fuel Strategy
U.S. EPA Cert., Tier 3, SCAQMD Compliant
Voltage
208 to 600 Volts
Frequency
60 Hz
Speed
1800 rpm
Duty Cycle
Standby
Engine Model
C4.4, In-line 4, 4-cycle diesel
Bore
4.1 in / 105 mm
Stroke
5 in / 127 mm
Displacement
269 in / 4.4 l
Compression Ratio
18.2:1
Aspiration
Turbocharged
Fuel System
Common Rail
Governor Type
Mechanical, ADEM™A4
Length - Maximum
77.2 in / 1962 mm
Width - Maximum
43.3 in / 1100 mm
Height - Maximum
48 in / 1220 mm
Dry Weight - Genset (maximum)
2055 lb / 932 kg