3512C HD

3512C HD

Cat 3512C (HD) engines set the standard in the drilling industry. For many years the 3500 has been the preferred choice by drillers due to their high performance, durability, and reliability in the oilfield while maintaining low emissions.The ideal application for the 3512C (HD) engine is mechanical drive for land drilling rigs. 3512C (HD) engines, with ratings: 932-1100 bkW (1250-1475 bhp) @ 1200 rpm meet U.S. EPA Non-road Tier 2 equivalent and CARB Tier 2 equivalent emission standards. They are available using U.S. EPA and EU Flexibility, and for other regulated and non-regulated areas.

Maximum Rating 1475 BHP 1100 bkW
Emissions U.S. EPA Non-road Tier 2 U.S. EPA Non-road Tier 2
Displacement 3574 in³ 59 l

Technicial Specifications

Engine Specifications
Maximum Rating 1475 BHP 1100 bkW
Emissions U.S. EPA Non-road Tier 2 U.S. EPA Non-road Tier 2
Displacement 3574 in³ 59 l
Minimum Rating 1250 BHP 932 bkW
Bore 6.69 in 170 mm
Stroke 8.46 in 215 mm
Rated Speed 1200 r/min 1200 r/min
Aspiration Turbocharged-Aftercooled Turbocharged-Aftercooled
Governor and Protection ADEM A3 ADEM A3
Engine Weight - Net Dry 11945 lb 5423 kg
Rotation from Flywheel End Counterclockwise Counterclockwise
Oil Change Interval 500 500
Flywheel and Flywheel Housing SAE No. 00 SAE No. 00
Flywheel Teeth 183 183
Capacity for Liquids
Minimum Cooling System - Engine Only 41 gal (US) 157 l
Dimensions
Length 105.6 in 2682 mm
Width 70.5 in 1791 mm
Height 79.5 in 2019 mm

Advantages and Features

Product Design

- Developed specifically to meet the demands of oil and gas applications- Proven reliability and durability- Robust diesel strength design prolongs life and lowers owning and operating costs- Broad torque curve optimized for petroleum mechanical drive applications- Market-leading power density- Designed to perform in oilfield conditions, including high ambient and high altitude applications- Long overhaul life proven in oilfield applications- Core engine components designed for reconditioning and reuse at overhaul

Ease of Installation

- Inner-outer base mounting configuration simplifies rig integration - Wide range of attachments enable configuration flexibility - Inner base three-point generator mounting maintains factory alignment - Single lifting point simplifies installation work

Advanced Digital Engine Management

- ADEM A3 engine management system provided engine control, monitoring, and protection.

Safety

- E-stop pushbutton on instrument panel - Air shutoff and explosion relief valves available - Configurable alarm, derate, and shutdown set points - Extra alarms, inputs, and outputs available

Custom Packaging

For any petroleum application, trust Caterpillar to meet your project needs with custom factory generator sets and mechanical packages. Cat engines, generators, controls, radiators, and transmissions can be custom designed and matched in collaboration with our local dealers to create unique solutions. Custom packages are globally supported and are covered by a one year warranty after startup.

Testing

Every Cat engine set is full-load tested to ensure proper engine performance.

Product Support Offered Through the Global Cat Dealer Network

More than 2,200 dealer outlets - Cat factory-trained dealer technicians service every aspect of your Cat petroleum product - Worldwide parts availability, service, and warranty - Preventive maintenance agreements available for repair-before- failure options - S•O•SSM program matches your oil and coolant samples against Caterpillar 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

Ownership of manufacturing processes enables Caterpillar to produce high quality, dependable products

Web Site

For all your petroleum power requirements, visit www.cat.com/oilandgas.

Standard Equipment

  • Air Inlet System
    • Separate circuit aftercooler core — corrosion resistant coated (airside), air cleaner (single element w/service indicator)
    • Dual rear-mounted turbochargers
  • Control System
    • ADEM A3 ECU — LH
    • Electronic fuel injector fuel system (10 amp DC power required todrive electronic engine control unit)
  • Cooling System
    • Torque converter connections
    • Thermostats and housing, jacket water pump, gear-drivencentrifugal
    • Connections for radiator cooling
    • Dual outlets: 88.9 mm O.D. (3.5 in) elbow hose connections
    • Separate Circuit Aftercooler (SCAC)
  • Exhaust System
    • Exhaust manifold — dry, stainless steel bellows
    • Dual turbochargers with watercooled bearings
    • Exhaust outlet: 292 mm I.D. (11.5 in), 12-10.5 mm dia. holes EQ SP,376 mm bolt hole dia.
  • Flywheels and Flywheel Housing
    • Flywheel, SAE No. 0 — 151 teeth
    • Flywheel housing — SAE No. 0
  • Fuel System
    • Primary fuel filter
    • Fuel priming pump
    • Fuel filter — RH spin-on type
    • Fuel transfer pump
    • Electronically controlled unit injectors
  • Instrumentation
    • Electronic instrument panel
    • Instrumentation readouts:
  • Lube System
    • Crankcase breather — top-mounted
    • Oil cooler
    • Oil filler and dipstick — RH
    • Oil pump
    • Oil filter — RH spin-on type
    • Rear sump oil pan, 250-hour change interval
    • Oil pan drain valve — 3/4" NPT female connection
  • Mounting System
    • Rails — mounting, floor type
  • Power Take-Offs
    • Front housing — two-sided
  • Protection System
    • ADEM A3 ECU system to provide customer-programmableengine deration strategies to protect against adverse operatingconditions
    • Emergency stop logic inputs provided at 40-pin customer interfaceconnection
    • Air inlet shutoff
  • Starting System
    • Air starting motor — RH, 620 to 1034 kPa (90 to 150 psi)
    • Air silencer
  • General
    • Paint — Cat yellow
    • Vibration damper and guard
    • Lifting eyes
    • B-Series LAND

Optional Equipment

  • Air Inlet System
    • Air cleaner and air cleaner mounting
    • Remote air inlet adapters
    • Air inlet heater
  • Charging System
    • Battery chargers
    • Charging alternators
  • Control System
    • Local speed throttle control
    • Throttle position sensors
    • Load sharing modules
    • Governor conversion
  • Cooling System
    • High gloss black folded core radiators
    • Coolant regulator conversion
    • Belt guard and radiator guard
    • Blower fan
    • Radiator cover
    • Fan drive and fan pulleys
    • Water level switch gauge
    • Coolant level sensors
    • Coolant conditioner
    • Expansion tank
    • Heat exchanger cooling conversion
    • Auxiliary water pump
    • Air separator
  • Exhaust System
    • Flexible exhaust fitting
    • Elbows and flange
    • Flange and exhaust adapters
    • Manifold and mufflers
  • Fuel Systems
    • Flexible fuel lines
    • Fuel cooler
    • Water/fuel separator
    • Fuel level switch
  • Instrumentation
    • Customer management device
    • Remote panel display and remote cylinder temperature display
    • Switches and contactors
    • Gauges and instrument panels
  • Lube System
    • Fumes disposal
    • Oil pans
    • Prelube options
    • Sump pumps
    • Oil Filters
  • Mounting System
    • Vibration isolators
  • Power Take-Offs
    • Front housing
    • Flexible couplings
    • Coupling hub
    • Front accessory drives
    • Auxiliary drive shaft
    • Auxiliary drive pulleys
    • Front stub shaft
    • Damper guard removal
    • Pulleys
    • Flywheel stub shaft
  • Protection System
    • Shutoffs
    • Switches and contractors
    • Explosion relief valve
    • Sensors
    • Oil pressure monitor
    • Shutoff controls
    • Corrosion protection
  • Starting System
    • Air starting motors — electric
    • Air pressure regulator
    • Air silencer
    • Air start controls — manual, electric
    • Redundant start
    • Starting aids
    • Battery sets – 24V
    • Battery cable and battery rack