Service parts for the DM8038
Grouped by system, with how many of each the parts manual calls for.
Fuel system
1 requiredOil system
1 requiredPrices captured from merchant listings; some links are affiliate links. Confirm against your serial number before ordering.
Specifications
| Frequency | 50.0 Hz |
|---|---|
| Standby power | 1200 kW |
| Standby kVA | 1500 |
| Controller | EMCP 4 |
| Oil capacity | 310.4 L |
| Alternator | HV Generator |
| Voltage options | 1100 V |
| Coolant capacity | 156.8 L |
| Dimensions (L×W×H) | 5540×2073×2367 mm |
| Dry weight | 14226 kg |
Engine
| Oil capacity | 310.4 L |
|---|---|
| Coolant capacity | 1614.0 L |
| Displacement | 51.8 L |
| Aspiration | TA |
| Rated speed | 1500 rpm |
Filters for the Caterpillar 3512B TA
3Engine-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.
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 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oil filter | P554005 | Lube Filter, Spin-On Full Flow | CATERPILLAR 1R0716, CATERPILLAR 1W2660, NAPA 1792, BALDWIN BF46150-O | FridayParts $41.73 |
| Fuel filter | P551316 | Fuel Filter, Spin-On | CATERPILLAR 1R0755, CATERPILLAR 3890433, NAPA 3685, BALDWIN BF7639 | KuduParts $54.00 FridayParts $55.99 |
| Fuel / water separator | P552020 | Fuel Filter, Water Separator Cartridge | CATERPILLAR 1110716, CATERPILLAR 3I1252, BALDWIN PF7890-10, IMPERIAL 04FS1206 | buy |
Maintenance & consumables
for the Caterpillar 3512B TA| Item | Spec | Capacity | Part # | Interval | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Air filter | — | 1200 hr | |||
| Fuel filter | — | 600 hr | |||
| Fuel filter | Secondary fuel filters | 1R0763 | 600 hr | Amazon eBay $16.61 | |
| Oil filter | 3890434 | 1200 hr | Amazon eBay $82.42 PartsGeek $30.97 NAPA $45.70 | ||
| Battery | — | 1200 hr | |||
| Belt | — | 1200 hr | |||
| Coolant | 1614.0 L | — | 3658 hr | ||
| Oil | Sump refill with filter | 310.4 L | — | ||
| Spark plug | — | 1200 hr |
Compatible filters for the Caterpillar 3512B TA — 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 Wix 42239
Common questions
How many kW is the Caterpillar DM8038?
The Caterpillar DM8038 is rated 1200 kW standby (1500.0 kVA).
What engine is in the Caterpillar DM8038?
The Caterpillar DM8038 is powered by the Caterpillar 3512B TA engine.
How much oil does the Caterpillar DM8038 take?
The Caterpillar 3512B TA engine in the Caterpillar DM8038 has an oil capacity of 310.4 liters.
How much coolant does the Caterpillar DM8038 hold?
The Caterpillar DM8038 cooling system holds 156.8 liters (41.4 US gallons) for the radiator system including the engine, per the manufacturer specification sheet.
What is the dry weight of the Caterpillar DM8038?
The Caterpillar DM8038 has a dry weight of 14226 kg (31362 lb).
What voltages is the Caterpillar DM8038 available in?
The Caterpillar DM8038 is offered in 1100 V.
What alternator does the Caterpillar DM8038 use?
The Caterpillar DM8038 uses a HV Generator alternator.
What oil filter does the Caterpillar DM8038 use?
The Caterpillar DM8038 uses oil filter part number 3890434.
What fuel filter fits the Caterpillar DM8038?
The Caterpillar DM8038 uses fuel filter part number 1R0763.
What air filter does the Caterpillar DM8038 use?
The Caterpillar DM8038 uses air filter part numbers CATERPILLAR 1W3636, CATERPILLAR 1327171.
Available documents
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