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Caterpillar 3512C HD Generator Set

The Caterpillar 3512C HD is a 1730 kW diesel prime generator set. It operates at 60 Hz.

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Service parts for the 3512C HD

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

Oil system

1 required

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Specifications

Fueldiesel
Frequency60.0 Hz
Prime power1730 kW
EmissionsHaz Loc

Filters & service parts

model family
ItemSpecCapacityPart #Interval
Air filter—
Fuel filter—
Oil filter3890434 Amazon eBay $82.42 PartsGeek $30.97 NAPA $45.70
Battery—
Belt—
Coolant—
Oil—
Spark plug—

Compiled from this model's family documentation — may include parts for closely-related variants. Confirm the exact part for your serial number.

Service specifications

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TypeItemValueUnitCondition
OtherGross Input Torque (TH55-E70)12 667N•m (9350 lb-ft)
OtherGross Input Torque (TH55-E90)12 677N•m (9350 lb-ft)
OtherRating condition (diesel 7 L and higher)99 kPa (29.31 in Hg) dry barometer, 25°C (77°F)SAE J1995 inlet air standard
OtherRating condition (diesel up to 6.6 L)100 kPa (29.5 in Hg) total barometric pressure, 1 kPa (.295 in Hg) vapor pressure, 25°C (77°F)ISO/TR14396 inlet air standard
OtherRating condition (gas)100 kPa (29.61 in Hg) and 25°C (77°F)SAE J1349 standard
OtherStall Torque Ratio (TH55-E70)2.23
OtherStall Torque Ratio (TH55-E90)2.23
PressureWS255 pump plunger load238,000lb (107,960 kg)
PressureWS273XD pump plunger load275,000lb (124 738 kg)
PressureWS305XD pump plunger load250,000lb (113 398 kg)
SpeedMaximum Input Speed (TH55-E70/TH55-E90 transmissions)1970rpm
SpeedRated Input Speed (TH55-E70/TH55-E90 transmissions)1900rpm

Extracted from the manufacturer documentation linked to this model. Values are copied as printed; confirm against your unit's manual and serial number.

Recommended fluids

FluidGradeStandardAmbientCapacityNotes
Engine oilEPA 2D 89.330-96 (fuel reference, Diesel <6.6 L, density 0,845-0,850 kg/L a 15 °C)Reference condition only, not a lubricant recommendation
Fuel35° API, LHV 42 780 kJ/kg (18,390 Btu/lb), density 838,9 g/L (Diesel ≥7 L rating condition)Reference fuel for Diesel rating conditions
Fuel35° API gravity, LHV 42 780 kJ/kg (18,390 btu/lb)SAE J1995Diesel engines 7 liter and higher; used at 29°C (84.2°F) with density 838.9 g/L
FuelEPA 2D 89.330-96EPA 2D 89.330-96Diesel engines up to 6.6 liter; density 0.845-0.850 kg/L @ 15°C (59°F); fuel inlet temperature 40°C (104°F)
Fueldry natural gas, LHV 35.54 MJ/Nm3 (905 btu/ft3)Gas ratings based on SAE J1349 standard conditions of 100 kPa (29.61 in Hg) and 25°C (77°F)

Extracted from the manufacturer documentation linked to this model. Values are copied as printed; confirm against your unit's manual and serial number.

Common questions

Is the Caterpillar 3512C HD diesel or gas?

The Caterpillar 3512C HD runs on diesel.

Which oil filter part number does the Caterpillar 3512C HD take?

The Caterpillar 3512C HD uses oil filter part number 3890434.

Available documents

Engine spec — 3512C HD ATAAC Spec Sheet -LEHW0056-01 P1 (Caterpillar)Engine spec — LEHW0013-00 (Caterpillar)Spec sheet — C482772 (Caterpillar)Reference — Caterpillar-Oil-and-Gas-Ratings-Guide-2021-03 (Caterpillar)Reference — Final+Ratings+Guide LECW2462-15 9.8.11 (Caterpillar)Reference — LECW2462-25 1 oil gas (Caterpillar)Reference — Ratings Guide Port LPCW2462-15 final LR (Caterpillar)

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Oil filter 3890434$30.97
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