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Caps CP50-TP1 Generator Set

The Caps CP50-TP1 is a 40 kW (50 kVA) Diesel standby generator set powered by a Perkins 1103A-33TG1 engine. It is available at 230/400 V, 3-phase and 50 Hz. It holds about 8.3 L (2.2 gal) of oil and 10.2 L (2.7 gal) of coolant, with a maximum ambient rating of 50 °C. The set measures 2200×950×1450 mm (86.6×37.4×57.1 in), weighs about 986 kg (2174 lb) and produces 65 dBA at 7 m. An integrated tank holds 160 L (42.3 gal). The same 1103A-33TG1 engine also powers generator sets from FG Wilson, Olympian and Perkins.

40 kW
Standby
3.3 L
Displacement
8.3 L
Oil capacity
1
Document types

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Service parts for the CP50-TP1

Grouped by system, with how many of each the parts manual calls for.

Air intake

1 required

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Specifications

FuelDiesel
Frequency50.0 Hz
Standby power40 kW
Standby kVA50
Prime power36 kW
ControllerDSE7320
Oil capacity8.3 L
AlternatorLeroy-Somer TAL042F
Voltage options230/400 V
Phase3
Power factor0.8
Coolant capacity10.2 L
Max ambient50 °C
Dimensions (L×W×H)2200×950×1450 mm
Dry weight986 kg
Sound level65.0 dBA @ 7 m
Fuel tank160.0 L

Engine

Perkins 1103A-33TG1
Oil capacity8.3 L
Coolant capacity10.2 L
Displacement3.3 L
AspirationTurbocharged
Rated speed1800 rpm

Maintenance & consumables

for the Perkins 1103A-33TG1
ItemSpecCapacityPart #Interval
Air filterReplaceable Element1000051238261 hr Amazon eBay $63.75 FridayParts $24.99
Fuel filterReplaceable Element1484 hr
Oil filterSpin-On, Full Flow1200 hr
Battery12/Negative100 hr
BeltN/A1200 hr
CoolantWater
Coolant filterCentrifugal100 hr
OilAPI CG4 / CH4 15W-408.3 l300 hr
Spark plugReplaceable Element300 hr

Common questions

What size generator is the Caps CP50-TP1?

The Caps CP50-TP1 is rated 40 kW standby (50.0 kVA).

Which engine powers the Caps CP50-TP1?

The Caps CP50-TP1 is powered by the Perkins 1103A-33TG1 engine.

What kind of fuel does the Caps CP50-TP1 run on?

The Caps CP50-TP1 runs on Diesel.

What is the oil capacity of the Caps CP50-TP1?

The Perkins 1103A-33TG1 engine in the Caps CP50-TP1 has an oil capacity of 8.3 liters.

What alternator does the Caps CP50-TP1 use?

The Caps CP50-TP1 uses a Leroy-Somer TAL042F alternator.

Which air filter part number does the Caps CP50-TP1 take?

The Caps CP50-TP1 uses air filter part number 1000051238.

Fuel consumption

RatingLoadL/hgal/h
Prime50%5.71.51
Prime75%8.22.17
Prime100%10.72.83
Standby110%12.03.17

Available documents

Spec sheet (Caps)Spec sheet — CP50-TP1-Data-Sheet-Final (Caps)
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Priced items from this model's own parts manual.

Air filter 1000051238$63.75
1 priced item$63.75