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Cummins/Onan C500N6B Generator Set

The Cummins/Onan C500N6B is a 500 kW (625 kVA) Gaseous (natural gas, NG) standby generator set powered by a Cummins/Onan GTA28E engine. It is available at 120/208 V, 127/220 V, 139/240 V, 220/380 V, 240/416 V, 254/440 V, 277/480 V and 347/600 V, 3-phase and 60 Hz. It holds about 68 L (18.0 gal) of oil and 246 L (65.0 gal) of coolant, with a maximum ambient rating of 40 °C. Starting uses 2 group-8 batteries rated 1400 CCA at 24 V. The set measures 4216×2083×2486 mm (166.0×82.0×97.9 in).

500 kW
Standby
28.0 L
Displacement
68.0 L
Oil capacity
1
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Specifications

FuelGaseous (natural gas, NG)
Frequency60.0 Hz
Standby power500 kW
Standby kVA625
ControllerPowerCommand 3.3 (PCC3300
Oil capacity68.0 L
Voltage options120/208 V, 127/220 V, 139/240 V, 220/380 V, 240/416 V, 254/440 V, 277/480 V, 347/600 V
Phase3
Power factor0.8
Battery group8D
Battery cranking1400 CCA
Battery voltage24-volt, negative ground V
Battery quantity2
Coolant capacity246 L
Max ambient40 °C
Dimensions (L×W×H)4216×2083×2486 mm
Wet weight3456 kg

Engine

Cummins/Onan GTA28E
Oil capacity68.0 L
Coolant capacity246.0 L
Displacement28.0 L
AspirationTurbocharged and coolant-air aftercooled
Rated speed1800 rpm

Maintenance & consumables

for the Cummins/Onan GTA28E
ItemSpecCapacityPart #Interval
Air filter
Fuel filter
Oil filter
Battery
Belt
Coolant
Oil
Spark plug

Service specifications

18
TypeItemValueUnitCondition
OtherFrequency regulationIsochronous
PressureCatalyst back pressure20.4 (5.08)in. H2O (kPa)
PressureFuel inlet pressure at fuel shut off valve under full load254 to 508mm WC (10 to 20 in. WC)full load
PressureMax air cleaner restriction (dirty filter)15 (3.7)in. H2O (kPa)
PressureMax allowable system back pressure47.7 (11.9)in. H2O (kPa)
PressureMax cooling air flow static restriction0.5 (0.12)in. H2O (kPa)
PressureMaximum fuel supply pressure635mm WC (25 in. WC)under any conditions
PressureMaximum operating fuel supply pressure20 (5)in. H2O (kPa)
PressureMinimum operating fuel supply pressure10 (2)in. H2O (kPa)
SpeedOverspeed limit2200rpm
SpeedRandom frequency variation±0.5%
SpeedRated speed1800rpm
TemperatureAlternator standard temperature rise125°Cstandard
TemperatureAmbient design104 (40)°F (°C)
TemperatureExhaust temp1156 (624)°F (°C)at set rated load
TemperatureTemperature rise for UL 1004 ratings120°Cor below, ambient temperature up to 40 °C
VoltageRandom voltage variation±1%three-phase only
VoltageVoltage regulation, no load to full load±1%

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
FuelNatural gas (NG)Fuel inlet pressure measured at the fuel shut off valve while under full load must be 254 to 508 mm WC (10 to 20 in. WC). Fuel supply pressure must not exceed 635 mm WC (25 in. WC) under any conditions. Additional options in the fuel train (CSA compliance, flexible fuel connections, strainers) add restriction that must be considered when determining gas supply pressure.

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 is the power rating of the Cummins/Onan C500N6B?

The Cummins/Onan C500N6B is rated 500 kW standby (625.0 kVA).

What engine is in the Cummins/Onan C500N6B?

The Cummins/Onan C500N6B is powered by the Cummins/Onan GTA28E engine.

What fuel does the Cummins/Onan C500N6B use?

The Cummins/Onan C500N6B runs on Gaseous (natural gas, NG).

What's the oil capacity on a Cummins/Onan C500N6B?

The Cummins/Onan GTA28E engine in the Cummins/Onan C500N6B has an oil capacity of 68.0 liters.

What is the cooling system capacity of the Cummins/Onan C500N6B?

The Cummins/Onan C500N6B cooling system holds 246 liters (65.0 US gallons) for the radiator system including the engine, per the manufacturer specification sheet.

What voltage does the Cummins/Onan C500N6B produce?

The Cummins/Onan C500N6B is offered in 120/208 V, 127/220 V, 139/240 V, 220/380 V, 240/416 V, 254/440 V, 3-phase.

What size battery does the Cummins/Onan C500N6B need?

The Cummins/Onan C500N6B uses 2 batteryies, 24-volt, negative ground V each, 1400 CCA, group 8D, per the manufacturer specification sheet.

Available documents

Spec sheet — A058M538 (Cummins/Onan)Spec sheet — cummins-c500n6b-data-sheet-1776614050 (Cummins/Onan)Spec sheet — cummins-c500n6b-spec-sheet-1776614037 (Cummins/Onan)

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