Service parts for the C15 ACERT
Grouped by system, with how many of each the parts manual calls for.
Oil system
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Specifications
| Fuel | diesel |
|---|---|
| Frequency | 50.0 Hz |
| Standby power | 350 kW |
| Standby kVA | 400 |
| Prime power | 320 kW |
| Emissions | EU Stage II, Low BSFC |
| Oil capacity | 115.0 L |
| Voltage options | 400 V |
| Coolant capacity | 15.2 L |
| Dimensions (L×W×H) | 1438×969×1248 mm |
| Dry weight | 1542 kg |
Engine
| Oil capacity | 115.0 L |
|---|---|
| Coolant capacity | 20.8 L |
| Displacement | 15.2 L |
| Aspiration | Turbocharged Air-to-Air Aftercooled |
| Rated speed | 1800 rpm |
Filters for the Caterpillar C15 ACERT
6Engine-mounted filters the filter manufacturers list for this engine family. These come from the engine, not from this generator set’s own parts list, so confirm against your serial number before ordering.
| System | Filter | Description | Cross-references | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oil filter | P551808 | Lube Filter, Spin-On Full Flow | CATERPILLAR 1R1808, CATERPILLAR 1R808, NAPA 7792, BALDWIN B7299 | KuduParts $80.00 |
| Oil filter | P554005 | Lube Filter, Spin-On Full Flow | CATERPILLAR 1R0716, CATERPILLAR 1W2660, NAPA 1792, BALDWIN BF46150-O | FridayParts $41.73 |
| Fuel filter | P550625 | Fuel Filter, Spin-On Secondary | CATERPILLAR 1165436, CATERPILLAR 1R0762, NAPA 3640, BALDWIN BF7753 | buy |
Listed for this engine in only one kind of machine, so they may depend on how the engine was installed:
| System | Filter | Description | Cross-references | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fuel / water separator | P551000 | Fuel Filter, Water Separator Spin-On Twist&Drain | CATERPILLAR 2568753, CATERPILLAR 3I2113, NAPA 3406, BALDWIN BF1259 | FridayParts $99.00 |
| Fuel / water separator | P550467 | Fuel Filter, Water Separator Cartridge | NAPA 3651XE, DAVCO 102429, DAVCO 102529, THERMO KING 119953 | FridayParts $122.50 |
| Coolant filter | P554685 | Coolant Filter, Spin-On Non-Chemical | CATERPILLAR 3I1300, CATERPILLAR 4059558, NAPA 4070, MTU 0002040791 | buy |
Maintenance & consumables
for the Caterpillar C15 ACERT| Item | Spec | Capacity | Part # | Interval | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Air filter | Air cleaner, cyclonic/paper with dust cup and service indicator | — | |||
| Fuel filter | Fuel Filter | 356-1428 | Amazon eBay | ||
| Fuel filter | Water Separator and Fuel Filter | 588-2631 | Amazon eBay | ||
| Oil filter | Engine Oil Filter | 588-1049 | Amazon eBay | ||
| Battery | Two 950 CCA maintenance-free 12V batteries with padlockable single-pole battery isolator | — | |||
| Belt | Poly-V accessory drive belt with autotensioner | — | 500 hr | ||
| Coolant | Coolant heater, fuse protected, thermostatically controlled, automatically disconnected on start-up; Coolant drain line with internal brass ball control valve piped to base-frame; Low coolant level shutdown; 50% coolant antifreeze with corrosion inhibitor | — | |||
| Oil | 500-hour oil change intervals (1000-hour oil change interval option) | — | 500 hr | ||
| Spark plug | — |
Service intervals
3| Item | Action | Hours | Months | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Primary air filter element | Change | 250 hr | When changing the primary element at 250 operating hours (basis of the without-indicator filter-change comparison) | |
| engine | Other | 500 hr | Cat compact diesel lineup offers 500-hour maintenance intervals and single-side service access | |
| Secondary air filter element | Change | 750 hr | When changing the secondary element at 750 operating hours (basis of the without-indicator filter-change comparison) |
Extracted from the manufacturer documentation linked to this model. Values are copied as printed; confirm against your unit's manual and serial number.
Service specifications
47| Type | Item | Value | Unit | Condition |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Clearance | Cylinder bore diameter | 5.4 | IN | |
| Clearance | Piston stroke | 6.7 | IN | |
| Other | Air compressor air flow | 374 | L/min (13.2 cfm) @ 1250 rpm | C7 ACERT, C9 ACERT |
| Other | Air compressor air flow | 445 | L/min (15.7 cfm) @ 1250 rpm | C11 ACERT, C13 ACERT, C15 ACERT, C18 ACERT |
| Other | Air compressor air flow | 467 | L/min (16.5 cfm) @ 1250 rpm | C7 ACERT, C9 ACERT |
| Other | Air compressor air flow | 889 | L/min (31.4 cfm) @ 1250 rpm | C11 ACERT, C13 ACERT, C15 ACERT, C18 ACERT |
| Other | Combustion air inlet flow rate | 38.2 | m3/min | |
| Other | Gross Input Torque (TH55-E70) | 12 667 | N•m (9350 lb-ft) | |
| Other | Gross Input Torque (TH55-E90) | 12 677 | N•m (9350 lb-ft) | |
| Other | Maximum fuel flow from transfer pump to engine | 69.2 | G/HR | |
| Other | Maximum transfer pump priming lift without priming pump | 12.1 | FT | |
| Other | Maximum uninterrupted fill rate | 5.0 | G/MIN | |
| Other | Radiator air flow | 720 | m3/min | |
| Other | Radiator cooling package maximum elevation | 1524 | m (5000 ft) | with 50/50 water/Extended Life Coolant mixture |
| Other | Rating condition (diesel 7 L and higher) | 99 kPa (29.31 in Hg) dry barometer, 25°C (77°F) | SAE J1995 inlet air standard | |
| Other | Rating 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 | |
| Other | Rating condition (gas) | 100 kPa (29.61 in Hg) and 25°C (77°F) | SAE J1349 standard | |
| Other | Stall Torque Ratio (TH55-E70) | 2.23 | ||
| Other | Stall Torque Ratio (TH55-E90) | 2.23 | ||
| Other | Total cylinder displacement | 928 | CU IN | |
| Pressure | Exhaust system backpressure (maximum allowable) | 10.0 | kPa | |
| Pressure | Maximum allowable fuel return line restriction | 14.8 | in-HG | |
| Pressure | Maximum allowable fuel supply line restriction | 8.0 | in-HG | |
| Pressure | Maximum allowable intake restriction with clean element | 15 | in-H2O | |
| Pressure | Maximum allowable intake restriction with dirty element | 25 | in-H2O | |
| Pressure | Maximum allowable system back pressure | 40 | in-H2O | |
| Pressure | Maximum pressure drop from compressor outlet to manifold inlet (or mixer inlet for EGR) | 4.4 | in-HG | |
| Pressure | Normal fuel pressure in a clean system | 90.1 | PSI | |
| Pressure | Radiator air flow restriction (system) | 0.12 | kPa | |
| Pressure | WS255 pump plunger load | 238,000 | lb (107,960 kg) | |
| Pressure | WS273XD pump plunger load | 275,000 | lb (124 738 kg) | |
| Pressure | WS305XD pump plunger load | 250,000 | lb (113 398 kg) | |
| Speed | Maximum Input Speed (TH55-E70/TH55-E90 transmissions) | 1970 | rpm | |
| Speed | Minimum cranking speed required for start | 115 | RPM | |
| Speed | Rated Input Speed (TH55-E70/TH55-E90 transmissions) | 1900 | rpm | |
| Temperature | Exhaust stack gas temperature | 531.1 | deg C | |
| Temperature | Lowest ambient start temperature without aids | 32 | deg F | |
| Temperature | Max. allowable combustion air inlet temperature | 49 | deg C | |
| Temperature | Maximum allowable fuel temperature at engine outlet | 225 | deg F | |
| Temperature | Maximum allowable fuel temperature at transfer pump inlet | 140 | deg F | |
| Temperature | Maximum allowable jacket water outlet temperature | 219 | deg F | |
| Temperature | Radiator cooling package design ambient temperature | 48.9 | °C (120°F) | coolant mixture 50/50 (water/Caterpillar Extended Life Coolant), maximum elevation 1524 m (5000 ft) |
| Torque | Air compressor SAE "A" hydraulic pump drive maximum torque (374 L/min and 467 L/min compressors) | 60 | N•m (44 lb-ft) | C7, C9 ACERT |
| Torque | Air compressor maximum torque (374 L/min / 13.2 cfm @ 1250 rpm, C7/C9) | 60 | N·m (44 lb-ft) | 374 L/min (13.2 cfm) @ 1250 rpm |
| Torque | Air compressor maximum torque (467 L/min / 16.5 cfm @ 1250 rpm, C7/C9) | 60 | N·m (44 lb-ft) | 467 L/min (16.5 cfm) @ 1250 rpm |
| Voltage | Voltage level adjustment | +/-5.0 | % | |
| Voltage | Voltage regulation, steady state | +/-1.0 | % |
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
| Fluid | Grade | Standard | Ambient | Capacity | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Coolant | 50/50 (water/Caterpillar Extended Life Coolant) | below 48°C | Radiator cooling packages designed for up to 48.9°C (120°F) ambient up to a maximum elevation of 1524 m (5000 ft) | ||
| Coolant | 50/50 mixture water/Caterpillar Extended Life Coolant | below 48°C | Radiator cooling packages designed for up to 48.9° C (120° F) ambient; coolant sump refill capacities vary by oil sump/pan (18 L to 106 L service refill with new oil filter change) | ||
| Engine oil | EPA 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 | |||
| Engine oil | low sulfated ash oil | Required for U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final, EU Stage IV engines. | |||
| Fuel | Ultra Low Sulfur Diesel (ULSD) | Contains less than or equal to 15 parts per million sulfur (mg/kg); required for U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final, EU Stage IV engines. B20 biodiesel capability available. | |||
| Fuel | 35° API gravity at 60°F (16°C) | LHV 18,390 Btu/lb (42 780 kJ/kg) | Fuel at 85°F (29°C) weighing 7.001 lbs/U.S. gal (838.9 g/liter) | ||
| Fuel | 35° API gravity, LHV 42 780 kJ/kg (18,390 btu/lb) | SAE J1995 | Diesel engines 7 liter and higher; used at 29°C (84.2°F) with density 838.9 g/L | ||
| Fuel | EPA 2D 89.330-96 | EPA 2D 89.330-96 | Diesel engines up to 6.6 liter; density 0.845-0.850 kg/L @ 15°C (59°F); fuel inlet temperature 40°C (104°F) | ||
| Fuel | No. 2 diesel | Fuel oil of 35° API gravity, LHV 42 780 kJ/kg (18,390 Btu/lb) | |||
| Fuel | dry 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.
Voltage reconnection
| Voltage | Phase | Connection | Leads | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 | 3 Phase Star (6 Wire) | Standard connection | ||
| 3 | Parallel Star (12 Wire) | |||
| 3 | Series Star (12 Wire) |
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
What size generator is the Caterpillar C15 ACERT?
The Caterpillar C15 ACERT is rated 350 kW standby (400.0 kVA).
What engine does the Caterpillar C15 ACERT use?
The Caterpillar C15 ACERT is powered by the Caterpillar C15 ACERT engine.
What kind of fuel does the Caterpillar C15 ACERT run on?
The Caterpillar C15 ACERT runs on diesel.
What's the oil capacity on a Caterpillar C15 ACERT?
The Caterpillar C15 ACERT engine in the Caterpillar C15 ACERT has an oil capacity of 115.0 liters.
How much coolant does the Caterpillar C15 ACERT hold?
The Caterpillar C15 ACERT cooling system holds 15.2 liters (4.0 US gallons) for the radiator system including the engine, per the manufacturer specification sheet.
What is the continuous rating of the Caterpillar C15 ACERT?
The Caterpillar C15 ACERT is rated 320 kW prime (365 kVA), against 350 kW standby.
What is the dry weight of the Caterpillar C15 ACERT?
The Caterpillar C15 ACERT has a dry weight of 1542 kg (3399 lb).
What voltages is the Caterpillar C15 ACERT available in?
The Caterpillar C15 ACERT is offered in 400 V.
What oil filter fits the Caterpillar C15 ACERT?
The Caterpillar C15 ACERT uses oil filter part number 588-1049.
What fuel filter does the Caterpillar C15 ACERT use?
The Caterpillar C15 ACERT uses fuel filter part numbers 356-1428, 588-2631.
Which air filter part number does the Caterpillar C15 ACERT take?
The Caterpillar C15 ACERT uses air filter part numbers CATERPILLAR 1063973, CATERPILLAR 612506.
Parts
21| Part # | Description | Qty | System | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10R-9925 | Oil Filter | 1 | Oil filter | Amazon eBay |
| 356-1428 | Fuel Filter | 1 | Fuel filter | Amazon eBay |
| 588-1049 | Engine Oil Filter | 1 | Oil filter | Amazon eBay |
| 588-2631 | Water Separator and Fuel Filter | 1 | Fuel filter | Amazon eBay |
| 95-amp | Alternator, 95-amp | Alternator | Amazon eBay $237.95 FridayParts $166.73 | |
| AN500T0143 | STARTER MOTOR | Starter | Amazon eBay | |
| AN500T0144 | STARTER MOTOR - w/Drive | Starter | Amazon eBay | |
| BXS00001-Up | Oil Filter | 1 | Oil filter | Amazon eBay |
| MXS00001-Up | Fuel Filter | 1 | Fuel filter | Amazon eBay |
| 10R-9923 | Exhaust Manifold Stud | 1 | Service part / kit | Amazon eBay |
| 173-6532 | Radio 12V AM/FM Deluxe | 1 | Service part / kit | Amazon eBay |
| 175-6530 | Radio 12V AM/FM | Service part / kit | Amazon eBay | |
| 214-7318 | Tool Kit and Box | 1 | Service part / kit | Amazon eBay |
| 588-0941 | Quick Disconnect Fittings | 2 | Service part / kit | Amazon eBay |
| 588-3621 | Variable Fan Hub | 1 | Service part / kit | Amazon eBay |
| 884949 | drift | Service part / kit | Amazon eBay | |
| AEHQ5645-02 | Parts book, CD rom | 1 | Service part / kit | Amazon eBay |
| AEHQ5648-03 | 735 Articulated Truck | Service part / kit | Amazon eBay | |
| AEHQ5679-02 | Parts book, paper | 1 | Service part / kit | Amazon eBay |
| LEBE0009-00 | Cat NOx Reduction System and Clean Emissions Module (DOC+DPF+CRS) | Service part / kit | Amazon eBay | |
| MCB3067460 | Piston | 1 | Service part / kit | Amazon eBay |
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