KTA38 Cummins Diesel Generator
  • KTA38 Cummins Diesel Generator
  • KTA38 Cummins Diesel Generator

KTA38 Cummins Diesel Generator

Cummins KTA38 Series Diesel Generator is one of the most powerful and reliable models of diesel generators in the market. The generator is built using a powerful KTA38 engine that benefits from advanced technology and high quality components.

With KTA38 series engine, Cummins diesel generator is a powerful and high-performance system that is used to supply electricity in industrial, commercial and domestic places. These generators are available with output power between 900 kVA and 1250 kVA for 50 Hz frequency, and 810 kW and 1020 kW for 60 Hz frequency.

The engine of this generator is diesel. Its capacity is 38 liters (2300 cubic inches). The engine has a 12-cylinder block with direct injection, and four wheels.

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The engine operates using diesel fuel which is used to meet electrical needs in generators. The engine offers powerful and reliable performance with a special design and high quality.

This Cummins commercial generator set is a fully integrated power generation system, providing optimum performance, reliability, and versatility for stationary Standby, Prime Power, and Continuous duty applications.

Features

Cummins HHP engine - Rugged 4-cycle industrial diesel delivers reliable power, low emissions and fast response to load changes.

Permanent Magnet Generator (PMG) - Offers enhanced motor starting and fault clearing short circuit capability.

Alternator - Several alternator sizes offer selectable motor starting capability with low reactance 2/3 pitch windings; low waveform distortion with non-linear loads, fault clearing short-circuits capability, and class H insulation.

Cooling system - Standard integral set-mounted radiator system, designed and tested for rated ambient temperatures, simplifies facility design requirements for rejected heat.

Control system - Standard PowerCommand®electronic control provides total system integration including remote start/stop, precise frequency and voltage regulation, alarm and status message display, AmpSentryTMprotection, output metering, auto-shutdown.

Warranty and service - Backed by a comprehensive warranty and worldwide distributor network.

ISO 8528-5: Genset models have been tested in accordance with ISO 8528-5. Consult factory for transient performance information

PowerCommand 3.3 (MLD) control system

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The PowerCommand 3.3 control system is an integrated microprocessor based generator set control system providing voltage regulation, engine protection, alternator protection, operator interface and isochronous governing.

AmpSentry – Includes integral AmpSentry protection, which provides a full range of alternator protection functions that are matched to the alternator provided.

Power management – Control function provides battery monitoring and testing features and smart starting control system.

Advanced control methodology – Three phase sensing, full wave rectified voltage regulation, with a PWM output for stable operation with all load types.

Communications interface – Control comes standard with PCCNet and Modbus interface.

Regulation compliant – Prototype tested: UL, CSA, UKCA and CE compliant.

Service – InPower PC-based service tool available for detailed diagnostics, setup, data logging and fault simulation.

Reliable design – The control system is designed for reliable operation in harsh environment.

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Diesel Generator

Data sheet content

Diesel-engines

Control System
PowerCommand 3.3
Available Voltages
(50 Hz) - 127/220 - 220/380 - 230/400 - 240/416 - 255/440 (60Hz) - 120/208 - 127/220 - 220/380 - 230/400 - 240/416 - 255/440 - 277/480
Configuration
12 cylinder vee formation , direct injection , four-cycle diesel engine
Displacement
38 L (2300 in3)
Fuel system
Direct injection
Standard cooling system
104°F (40 °C) ambient radiator ,
Fuel Type
Diesel
Frequency (Hz)
50 , 60
Output power (kW / kVA)
810 kW - 1020 kW / 900 kVA - 1250 kVA
Lube oil filter type
Spin-on paper element full flow and bypass lube oil filters.
Starting voltage
24 volt , negative ground
Stroke
159 mm (6.25 in.)
Bore
159 mm (6.25 in.)
Battery capacity
890 amps at ambient temperature 32 °F (0 °C)
Certification
N/A

Specifications

Diesel-engines

Control System PowerCommand 3.3
Available Voltages (50 Hz) - 127/220 - 220/380 - 230/400 - 240/416 - 255/440 (60Hz) - 120/208 - 127/220 - 220/380 - 230/400 - 240/416 - 255/440 - 277/480
Configuration 12 cylinder vee formation, direct injection, four-cycle diesel engine
Displacement 38 L (2300 in3)
Fuel system Direct injection
Standard cooling system 104°F (40 °C) ambient radiator,
Fuel Type Diesel
Frequency (Hz) 50, 60
Output power (kW / kVA) 810 kW - 1020 kW / 900 kVA - 1250 kVA
Lube oil filter type Spin-on paper element full flow and bypass lube oil filters.
Starting voltage 24 volt, negative ground
Stroke 159 mm (6.25 in.)
Bore 159 mm (6.25 in.)
Battery capacity 890 amps at ambient temperature 32 °F (0 °C)
Certification N/A