Specifications
| Fuel | Diesel |
|---|---|
| Frequency | 50.0 Hz |
| Standby power | 600 kW |
| Standby kVA | 1305 |
| Prime power | 1000 kW |
| Emissions | IMO TIER II/EPA Marine Tier 2 |
| Controller | ADEM A3, Advanced Diesel Engine Management II (ADEM II) modules, EMCP 4, EMCP 4.2, EMCP 4.3, EMCP 4.4 |
| Oil capacity | 318.0 L |
| Alternator | Caterpillar SR4 (4-pole, Class H insulation) |
| Voltage options | 60 V |
| Phase | 3 phase |
| Rated current | 1684 A |
| Power factor | 0.7 |
| Circuit breaker | [2000, 2500, 3200, 4000] A |
| Coolant capacity | 244 L |
| Max ambient | 80 °C |
| Dimensions (L×W×H) | 9373×369×2460 mm |
| Dry weight | 14742 kg |
| Fuel tank | 113500.0 L |
Engine
| Oil capacity | 151.0 L |
|---|---|
| Coolant capacity | 181.7 L |
| Displacement | 51.8 L |
| Aspiration | Turbocharged-Aftercooled |
| Rated speed | 1000 rpm |
Maintenance & consumables
for the Caterpillar 3512B| Item | Spec | Capacity | Part # | Interval | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Air filter | — | 250 hr | find | ||
| Fuel filter | — | 1000 hr | find | ||
| Fuel filter | Primary Filter | 1110716 | 250 hr | PartsGeek | |
| Fuel filter | Secondary Filter | 1R0763 | 250 hr | PartsGeek atldiesel $12.53 | |
| Oil filter | Oil filter element | 3890434 | 1000 hr | PartsGeek | |
| Belt | — | 250 hr | find | ||
| Coolant | — | 3000 hr | |||
| Oil | 318.0 L | — | 1000 hr |
Compatible filters for the Caterpillar 3512B — cross-referenced via Donaldson. Options to verify against your serial number, not confirmed for this exact unit.
- Air filter: Caterpillar 1W3636 Caterpillar 1327171 Donaldson P117781 Donaldson P526415 Ac Delco A902C
Common questions
What is the power rating of the Caterpillar 3512?
The Caterpillar 3512 is rated 600 kW standby (1305.0 kVA).
What engine does the Caterpillar 3512 use?
The Caterpillar 3512 is powered by the Caterpillar 3512B engine.
What fuel does the Caterpillar 3512 use?
The Caterpillar 3512 runs on Diesel.
What is the oil capacity of the Caterpillar 3512?
The Caterpillar 3512B engine in the Caterpillar 3512 has an oil capacity of 151.0 liters.
What alternator does the Caterpillar 3512 use?
The Caterpillar 3512 uses a Caterpillar SR4 alternator. It has 4 poles. Insulation class H.
Troubleshooting
6Symptoms & remedies
| Symptom | Remedy |
|---|---|
| Warning tag attached to the engine start switch or controls | Do NOT start the engine or move the controls. Consult with the person that attached the warning tag before starting. |
| Engine exhaust in an enclosed area | Start the engine and operate it in a well ventilated area. Vent the engine exhaust to the outside if started in an enclosed area. |
| Engine overheating or accelerated wear | Stop the engine according to the procedure described in the Operation and Maintenance Manual, 'Engine Stopping' topic (Operation Section). Do not use the Emergency Stop Button for normal stopping. Correct any problem that caused an emergency stop before restarting. |
| Loose or frayed electrical wires | Check daily and tighten loose wires, repair frayed wires before starting the engine. See specific starting instructions in the Operation and Maintenance Manual. |
| Improper grounding of the engine electrical system | Proper grounding is necessary for optimum performance and reliability. Use an engine-to-frame ground strap with a direct path to the battery. Ensure all grounds are tight and free of corrosion. |
| Engine shutdown due to certain conditions | The engine may shut down if it experiences: Engine overspeed, high aftercooler coolant temperature, high jacket water temperature, high crankcase pressure, or low engine oil pressure. Except for an overspeed shutdown, the monitoring system can be overridden. |
Fault codes and symptom→remedy steps extracted from this model’s service/owner documentation; verify against the official manual before servicing.
Parts
42| Part # | Description | Qty | System | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10R9951 | Head Gaskets | 1 | Gasket | PartsGeek |
| 113-8432 | Front Seal | 1 | Seal | PartsGeek |
| 1440725 | Connecting rods | Connecting rod | PartsGeek | |
| 1744947 | Aftercooler and Lines Gaskets | 1 | Gasket | PartsGeek |
| 1R-0755 | High Efficiency Fuel Filter | Filter | PartsGeek kuduparts $54.00 | |
| 2322507 | Manifold Gaskets | 1 | Gasket | PartsGeek |
| 2322521 | Turbocharger Gaskets | 1 | Gasket | PartsGeek |
| 2322522 | Reman Injectors | 1 | Injector | PartsGeek |
| 2342795 | Injector Seals/Gaskets | 1 | Gasket | PartsGeek |
| 245-5829 | Coolant Battery Tester Refractometer | 1 | Sensor | PartsGeek |
| 5N-5561 | Silicone Lubricant | 1 | Fluid | PartsGeek |
| ESD5526 | Speed Controller | Speed controller | PartsGeek | |
| PK48000M | 4 tonne Palfinger PK48000M hydraulic crane | 1 | Crane | PartsGeek |
| g00103125 | Illustration 3: Electrical shock hazard. The electronic unit injector system uses 90-120 volts. | Injector | PartsGeek | |
| 128-6786 | Crankshaft Bare | 1 | Service part / kit | PartsGeek |
| 1743191 | Reman Cylinder Heads | 1 | Service part / kit | PartsGeek |
| 249-0437 | Oxidation Catalyst Assembly - Round | Service part / kit | PartsGeek | |
| LEDE4767 | ELECTRIC powerprofile ©2004 Caterpillar All Rights Reserved | Service part / kit | PartsGeek | |
| PEHJ0271 | Cat® Emissions Upgrade Kits for Select 3500 Marine Engines | Service part / kit | PartsGeek | |
| PEHJ0287 | Cat® Performance Upgrade Kits for Select 3508, 3512, and 3516 Marine Engines | Service part / kit | PartsGeek | |
| g00123185 | Illustration 5: Flash Fire | Service part / kit | PartsGeek | |
| g00306083 | Illustration 4: Improper lift rigging can allow unit to tumble causing injury and damage. | Service part / kit | PartsGeek | |
| g00702020 | Illustration 12: Wear a hard hat, protective glasses, and other protective equipment, as required. | Service part / kit | PartsGeek | |
| g00704000 | Illustration 16: Fire Prevention and Explosion Prevention | Service part / kit | PartsGeek | |
| g00704059 | Illustration 9 | Service part / kit | eBay PartsGeek | |
| g00704135 | Illustration 18: Gases from a battery can explode. Keep any open flames or sparks away from the top of a battery. Do not smoke in battery charging areas. | Service part / kit | eBay PartsGeek | |
| g00706404 | Illustration 15: Dispose of Waste Properly | Service part / kit | PartsGeek | |
| g01061488 | Illustration 2: Filter contains hot pressurized fluid when engine is running. Follow instructions on control valve to avoid injury if rapid air movement exists to blow fluid. Stop engine to avoid fire. | Service part / kit | PartsGeek | |
| g01075639 | Welding on Engines with Electronic Controls | Service part / kit | PartsGeek | |
| g01367172 | Illustration 1: Hot Fluid Under Pressure (1) | Service part / kit | PartsGeek | |
| g01367174 | Illustration 6 Type 2 (If Equipped) The safety messages that may be attached on the engine are illustrated and described below. | Service part / kit | PartsGeek | |
| g01367176 | Illustration 7 Type 2 (If Equipped) The safety messages that may be attached on the engine are illustrated and described below. | Service part / kit | PartsGeek | |
| i01103904 | Engine Starting | Service part / kit | PartsGeek | |
| i01359666 | Crushing Prevention and Cutting Prevention | Service part / kit | PartsGeek | |
| i01372247 | Mounting and Dismounting | Service part / kit | PartsGeek | |
| i01480768 | Burn Prevention | Service part / kit | PartsGeek | |
| i01658146 | Important Safety Information | Service part / kit | PartsGeek | |
| i01805780 | Before Starting Engine | Service part / kit | PartsGeek | |
| i01964086 | Engine Electronics | Service part / kit | PartsGeek | |
| i02106213 | Electrical System | Service part / kit | PartsGeek | |
| i02566298 | General Hazard Information | Service part / kit | PartsGeek | |
| i02724921 | Safety Messages | Service part / kit | PartsGeek |
Service, wear & replacement parts referenced for this model and its engine — confirm the exact part for your serial number. See the full parts catalog to search and cross-reference.
Fuel consumption
| Rating | Load | L/h | gal/h |
|---|---|---|---|
| Prime | |||
| Prime | 25% | 93.6 | 24.7 |
| Prime | 47% | ||
| Prime | 50% | 151.1 | 39.9 |
| Prime | 52% | ||
| Prime | 70% | ||
| Prime | 75% | 210.3 | 55.5 |
| Prime | 85% | ||
| Prime | 100% | ||
| Standby | |||
| Standby | 25% | 102.7 | 27.1 |
| Standby | 50% | 167.0 | 44.1 |
| Standby | 75% | 232.7 | 61.5 |
| Standby | 100% |
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