High-Efficiency Continuous Operating Natural Gas Power Generator System

Property Specification

Type: High-Efficiency Continuous Operating Natural Gas Power Generator System

Features: This power generation package incorporates integrated, engine-driven low-temperature and high-temperature (LT & HT) fluid circulation pumps, delivering high efficiency in accordance with ISO 3046/1 standards. The system delivers electrical conversion efficiency reaching up to 43.6% at full rated capacity and thermal energy efficiency up to 53% under partial loading conditions. Energy consumption scales from 1,913.4 kW (6.53 MMBTU/hr) at half load to 3,533.4 kW (12.06 MMBTU/hr) at 100% continuous demand. Operational temperature control relies on thermostatically regulated fluid management for both intake and discharge circuits, calibrated for standard pipeline natural gas with a lower heating value (LHV) of $33.44\text{ MJ/Nm}^3$ (905 BTU/ft³). The complete power system complies with major international power manufacturing and testing protocols, including ISO 8528, ISO 3046, AS 2789, DIN 6271, and BS 5514.

Applications: Engineered for continuous base-load operations, this package provides uncompromised electrical output for non-stop facility demands with no annual run-hour limitations. It is suited for combined heat and power (CHP) installations, district heating integration, and industrial heat recovery processes where maximum electrical efficiency and usable thermal output are required. Additionally, it provides reliable primary energy generation for off-grid operations, heavy production facilities, data hubs, and utility grid support applications requiring continuous output without capacity reduction.

Description

Technical Parameters

Parameter / Specification Standard Value / Details Load-Dependent Performance (100% / 90% / 75% / 50%)
Engine Brand & Model
Cummins QSK60G22 (16 Cylinders, V-Type)
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Fuel Type & Requirements
Pipeline Natural Gas / Min. Methane Index: 70
MN Requirement: 70 / 70 / 70 / 70
Engine Displacement
60 L (3,672 cu. in.)
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Aspiration & Configuration
Turbocharged and Intercooled (Water-to-Air)
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Cylinder Bore x Stroke
159 mm x 190 mm (6.25 in x 7.48 in)
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Operating Speed
1,500 RPM
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Engine Lubrication Capacity
380 L (100 gal)
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Full Load Lube Oil Consumption
0.15 g/kWe-h (0.11 g/hp-h)
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Electrical System Voltage
24 VDC Starter
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Inlet Fuel Supply Pressure
0.20 bar (2.9 psi)
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Fuel Consumption (ISO 3046/1)
Lower Heating Value (LHV)
3,533.4 kW (12.06 MMBtu/h) / 3,206 kW (10.94 MMBtu/h) / 2,712 kW (9.26 MMBtu/h) / 1,913.4 kW (6.53 MMBtu/h)
Electrical Efficiency (ISO 3046/1)
Percentage (%)
43.6% / 43.2% / 42.6% / 40.2%
Thermal Efficiency (ISO 3046/1)
Percentage (%)
49.2% / 49.8% / 50.3% / 53.0%
Electrical Power Output
Continuous Rating
1,540 kWe / 1,386 kWe / 1,155 kWe / 770 kWe
Heat Dissipation – Low Temp (LT)
Circuit Rejection kW (Btu/min)
119 kW (6,770 Btu/min) / 105 kW (5,973 Btu/min) / 84 kW (4,757 Btu/min) / 59 kW (3,355 Btu/min)
Heat Dissipation – High Temp (HT)
Circuit Rejection kW (Btu/min)
898 kW (51,069 Btu/min) / 801 kW (45,552 Btu/min) / 654 kW (37,192 Btu/min) / 471 kW (26,792 Btu/min)
Radiated Heat Loss
Ambient Radiation kW (Btu/min)
170 kW (9,674 Btu/min) / 165 kW (9,383 Btu/min) / 157 kW (8,902 Btu/min) / 106 kW (6,013 Btu/min)
Exhaust Heat Recovery
Available Thermal Energy to 105°C
721 kW (2.46 MMBtu/h) / 690 kW (2.35 MMBtu/h) / 626 kW (2.14 MMBtu/h) / 484 kW (1.65 MMBtu/h)
Combustion Air Intake Flow
Volumetric Airflow
3,912 ft³/min (1,846 l/s) / 3,504 ft³/min (1,654 l/s) / 2,888 ft³/min (1,363 l/s) / 1,962 ft³/min (926 l/s)
Exhaust Gas Volumetric Flow
Flow Rate
8,712 ft³/min (4,111 l/s) / 8,044 ft³/min (3,796 l/s) / 7,036 ft³/min (3,321 l/s) / 5,139 ft³/min (2,425 l/s)
Exhaust Gas Mass Flow
Flow Rate
2.14 kg/s (16,984 lb/h) / 1.92 kg/s (15,238 lb/h) / 1.60 kg/s (12,698 lb/h) / 1.06 kg/s (8,412 lb/h)
Exhaust Gas Temperature
Turbine Outlet Temperature
373°C (703°F) / 396°C (745°F) / 411°C (772°F) / 454°C (848°F)
Exhaust System Backpressure
Max Permissible
1.45 in-Hg (4.9 kPa) across all load levels
HT Circuit Coolant Volume
Fluid Capacity
181 L (48 gal)
HT Coolant Circulation Rate
Flow @ Max Restriction
70 m³/h (308 gal/min)
HT Coolant Operating Temperatures
Max Inlet / Outlet Temp
Inlet: 80°C (175°F) / Outlet: 90°C (194°F)
HT Circuit Max Pressure Drop
External Restriction Limits
Max Drop: 100 kPa (14.5 psi) / Max Static Head: 18.3 m (60 ft)
LT Circuit Coolant Volume
Fluid Capacity
34.1 L (9 gal)
LT Coolant Circulation Rate
Flow @ Max Restriction
22.7 m³/h (100 gal/min)
LT Coolant Operating Temperatures
Max Inlet / Nominal Inlet
Max Inlet: 50°C (122°F) / Nominal Inlet: 50°C (122°F)
LT Circuit Max Pressure Drop
External Restriction Limits
Max Drop: 100 kPa (14.5 psi) / Max Static Head: 18.3 m (60 ft)
Nitrogen Oxides (NOx)
Exhaust Emission Rate @ 5% O₂
500 mg/Nm³ (0.80 g/hp-h) across all load levels
Carbon Monoxide (CO)
Exhaust Emission Rate @ 5% O₂
790 mg/Nm³ (1.50 g/hp-h) across all load levels
Total Hydrocarbons (THC)
Exhaust Emission Rate @ 5% O₂
1,429 mg/Nm³ (3.00 g/hp-h) / 1,479 mg/Nm³ (3.00 g/hp-h) / 1,553 mg/Nm³ (3.00 g/hp-h) / 1,534 mg/Nm³ (3.00 g/hp-h)
Alternator Make & Model
Mecc Alte ECO46 1.5L/4A
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AC Output Configuration
400V, 3-Phase, 50 Hz
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Apparent Power Rating
2,050 kVA
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Voltage Regulation & AVR
Automatic Voltage Regulator DER1 (±0.5%)
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Insulation & Thermal Limits
Class H Insulation / Class F Temperature Rise
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Enclosure Protection & Airflow
IP23 Ingress Protection / Cooling Air: 135 m³/min
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Alternator Dry Weight
4,260 kg
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Open Frame Overall Dimensions
5,180 mm L x 2,099 mm W x 2,972 mm H (17 ft x 6.9 ft x 9.5 ft)
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