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C280-8 Marine Generator Sets

Cat C280-8 Marine Generator Set

C280-8

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The Cat® C280-8 is built for reliable performance in the marine power systems range, backed by Al-Bahar's regional service and support network.

Power Range
2200 - 2600 ekW
Frequency
50 / 60
Emissions/Fuel Strategy
EPA Tier 2, IMO II
Speed
1000 rpm (50 hz) or 900 rpm (60 hz)
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  • Specifications
  • Features
  • Standard Equipment

Specifications

Power Rating specifications
Power Range 2200 - 2600 ekW

Features

Advantages

CAN J1939 data link Waterproof connectors, Maintenance-free, Backup ECU for redundant governing

Electronic Advantages

Load feedback, Programmable droop, Adjustable gain, Adjustable fuel/air ratio control, Histograms of engine operation, Cat Messenger display presents diagnostics and other engine parameters

Data Advantages through J1939 Link

Engine speed, Boost pressure, Throttle position, Fuel consumption rate, Inlet manifold temperature, Diagnostic codes and events, Configuration, Desired engine speed, Battery voltage, Engine load, Lifetime totals — engine hours, fuel burned, idle fuel, idle hours, Trip totals — average fuel rate, idle fuel, idle hours, engine hours, fuel burned, trip reset

Advantages

Interfaces with standard Cat® Marine Monitoring System (PLC in Price List), Provides visual indication of ECU functionality, Accepts 4 — 20 mA or PWM remote throttle speed input, Marine alarm and protection

Advantages

“Drop-in” installation, No threaded fuel connections, High pressure inside injector only, Does not require double wall fuel lines or leak collection device, Injector synchronization not required

Standard Equipment

General
  • LH and RH service availability
Air Inlet System
  • Aftercooler, fresh water, corrosion resistant coated (air side)
  • Air inlet adapter - Straight / 90 degree / 35 degree
Ain Inlet System
  • Crankcase breathers, top mounted
  • Single turbocharger, rear-mounted, engine oil lubricated
Control System
  • Dual Caterpillar ADEM A4 Electronic Engine Control Modules
  • Rigid Wiring Harness
Cooling System
  • Aftercooler/oil cooler and jacket water pumps (gear driven)
  • Engine coolant water drains
  • Single Circuit / Separate Circuit Aftercooler
Exhaust System
  • Dry, gas tight, exhaust manifold
  • Turbo speed sensors - overspeed protection
Fuel System
  • Fuel transfer pump, gear driven
  • Duplex Fuel filters
  • Electronically Controlled Unit Injectors
  • Electronically Controlled Unit Injectors
Insturmental
  • CAT Alarm & Protection System
Lube System
  • Oil pump, gear driven
  • 2 element oil cooler, engine mounted
  • Duplex centrifugal oil filter - engine mounted
  • Prelube pump - air / electric
Protection System
  • Crankcase explosion relief valves

Optional Equipment

Exhaust System

  • Exhaust manifold shielding - soft

Fuel System

  • SOLAS shielding

Lube System

  • Front and rear oil pan drains
  • Wet sump
  • SOLAS shielding

Protection System

  • Oil mist detector
  • Cylinder pressure relief valves