Continuous Duty Industrial Natural Gas Generator Set

Property Specification

Type: Continuous Duty Industrial Natural Gas Generator Set

Features: This system is equipped with engine-driven low-temperature and high-temperature (LT & HT) coolant pumps, delivering full compliance with ISO 3046/1 guidelines for both fuel efficiency and thermal performance. It offers high operational efficiency, achieving up to 39.2% electrical efficiency and 57.7% thermal efficiency at maximum load, with thermal efficiency extending up to 60.5% during partial load operation. Fuel consumption is optimized across all load profiles, ranging from 1,642 kW (5.6 MMBTU/hr) at 50% capacity to 2,962 kW (10.11 MMBTU/hr) under full 100% prime/continuous load. Thermal management is handled via a thermostatically regulated inlet and outlet temperature control system, with performance calibrated specifically for pipeline natural gas standard lower heating value (LHV) of $33.44\text{ MJ/Nm}^3$ (905 BTU/ft³). Furthermore, the unit satisfies global manufacturing and rating standards, including ISO 8528, ISO 3046, AS 2789, DIN 6271, and BS 5514.

Applications: This unit is designed for uninterrupted continuous power generation, supplying stable electrical output to constant loads for unlimited annual operating hours. It is well-suited for base-load utilities and Combined Heat and Power (CHP) installations that require maximum electrical yield alongside efficient thermal energy recovery. Additionally, it serves critical infrastructure, heavy industrial plants, isolated microgrids, and large commercial facilities requiring dependable power generation without sustained capacity limitations.

Description

Technical Parameters

Parameter / Specification Standard Value / Details Load-Dependent Performance (100% / 90% / 75% / 50%)
Engine Brand & Model
Cummins QSK60G5 (16 Cylinders, V-Type)
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Fuel Type & Requirements
Pipeline Natural Gas / Min. Methane Index: 71
MN Requirement: 71 / 71 / 71 / 71
Engine Displacement
60 L (3,683 cu. in.)
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Aspiration & Configuration
Turbocharged and Aftercooled
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Cylinder Bore x Stroke
159 mm x 190 mm (6.26 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)
2,962 kW (10.11 MMBtu/h) / 2,694 kW (9.20 MMBtu/h) / 2,293 kW (7.8 MMBtu/h) / 1,642 kW (5.6 MMBtu/h)
Electrical Efficiency (ISO 3046/1)
Percentage (%)
39.2% / 38.8% / 37.9% / 35.3%
Thermal Efficiency (ISO 3046/1)
Percentage (%)
57.7% / 58.0% / 58.4% / 60.5%
Electrical Power Output
Continuous Rating
1,160 kWe / 1,044 kWe / 870 kWe / 580 kWe
Heat Dissipation – Low Temp (LT)
Circuit Rejection kW (Btu/min)
103 kW (5,853 Btu/min) / 95.8 kW (5,444 Btu/min) / 85 kW (4,841 Btu/min) / 68 kW (3,868 Btu/min)
Heat Dissipation – High Temp (HT)
Circuit Rejection kW (Btu/min)
686 kW (39,067 Btu/min) / 619.5 kW (35,280 Btu/min) / 520 kW (29,620 Btu/min) / 382 kW (21,747 Btu/min)
Radiated Heat Loss
Ambient Radiation kW (Btu/min)
125 kW (7,109 Btu/min) / 117.4 kW (6,677 Btu/min) / 106 kW (6,028 Btu/min) / 87 kW (4,948 Btu/min)
Exhaust Heat Recovery
Available Thermal Energy to 105°C
920 kW (52,319 Btu/min) / 848 kW (48,224 Btu/min) / 733 kW (41,684 Btu/min) / 544 kW (30,936 Btu/min)
Combustion Air Intake Flow
Volumetric Airflow
3,612 ft³/min (1,705 l/s) / 3,233 ft³/min (1,526 l/s) / 2,667 ft³/min (1,259 l/s) / 1,826 ft³/min (862 l/s)
Exhaust Gas Volumetric Flow
Flow Rate
8,531 ft³/min (4,026 l/s) / 7,845 ft³/min (3,702 l/s) / 6,818 ft³/min (3,217 l/s) / 4,928 ft³/min (2,326 l/s)
Exhaust Gas Mass Flow
Flow Rate
1.94 kg/s (15,397 lb/h) / 1.75 kg/s (13,889 lb/h) / 1.47 kg/s (11,667 lb/h) / 1.02 kg/s (8,095 lb/h)
Exhaust Gas Temperature
Turbine Outlet Temperature
469°C (876°F) / 482°C (900°F) / 491°C (916°F) / 508°C (946°F)
Exhaust System Backpressure
Max Permissible
1.5 in-Hg (5.1 kPa) across all load levels
HT Circuit Coolant Volume
Fluid Capacity
181.7 L (48 gal)
HT Coolant Circulation Rate
Flow @ Max Restriction
70 m³/h (310 gal/min)
HT Coolant Operating Temperatures
Max Inlet / Outlet Temp
Inlet: 80°C (176°F) / Outlet: 90°C (194°F)
HT Circuit Max Pressure Drop
External Restriction Limits
Max Drop: 101 kPa (14.7 psi) / Max Static Head: 5 m (16.4 ft)
LT Circuit Coolant Volume
Fluid Capacity
34 L (9 gal)
LT Coolant Circulation Rate
Flow @ Max Restriction
23 m³/h (100 gal/min)
LT Coolant Operating Temperatures
Max Inlet / Nominal Outlet
Inlet: 50°C (122°F) / Outlet: 54°C (129°F)
LT Circuit Max Pressure Drop
External Restriction Limits
Max Drop: 101 kPa (14.7 psi) / Max Static Head: 5 m (16.4 ft)
Nitrogen Oxides (NOx)
Exhaust Emission Rate @ 5% O₂
489 mg/Nm³ (1.06 g/hp-h) / 475 mg/Nm³ (1.04 g/hp-h) / 505 mg/Nm³ (1.13 g/hp-h) / 483 mg/Nm³ (1.15 g/hp-h)
Carbon Monoxide (CO)
Exhaust Emission Rate @ 5% O₂
676 mg/Nm³ (1.47 g/hp-h) / 671 mg/Nm³ (1.47 g/hp-h) / 650 mg/Nm³ (1.45 g/hp-h) / 633 mg/Nm³ (1.51 g/hp-h)
Total Hydrocarbons (THC)
Exhaust Emission Rate @ 5% O₂
1,330 mg/Nm³ (2.91 g/hp-h) / 1,352 mg/Nm³ (2.99 g/hp-h) / 1,316 mg/Nm³ (2.97 g/hp-h) / 1,371 mg/Nm³ (3.29 g/hp-h)
Alternator Make & Model
Mecc Alte ECO 46-1.5S/4A
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AC Output Configuration
400V, 3-Phase, 50 Hz
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Apparent Power Rating
1,480 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
3,380 kg
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Open Frame Overall Dimensions
4,730 mm L x 2,099 mm W x 2,972 mm H (15.5 ft x 6.9 ft x 9.8 ft)
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