Specification sheet

Gaseous Fuel
Generator Set
GTA38 Engine Series

400 kW 50 Hz
500 kW - 690 kW 60 Hz
Non-regulated
Description Control System - The PowerCommand®
This Cummins Inc. commercial Generator electronic control is standard equipment
Set (GenSet) is a fully integrated power and provides total GenSet system
generation system providing optimum integration, including automatic remote
performance, reliability, and versatility for starting/stopping, precise voltage
stationary standby and continuous power regulation, alarm and status message
applications. display, AmpSentry™ protective relay,
output metering, and auto-shutdown at
fault detection.
Features
Cummins Heavy-Duty Engine - Rugged
4-cycle industrial spark-ignited engine Warranty and Service - Backed by a
delivers reliable power, low emissions, and one-year warranty and worldwide
quick response to load changes. distributor network.

Alternator - Several alternator sizes offer National Fire Protection Association

selectable motor-starting capability with (NFPA) - The GenSet accepts full rated
low reactance 2/3 pitch windings, low load in a single step in accordance with
waveform distortion with non-linear loads, NFPA 110 Type 10 (ten seconds) for Level
fault-clearing short-circuit capability, and 1 and Level 2 Emergency or Standby
class H insulation. Power Supply Systems (EPSSs).

Standby rating* Continuous rating

60 Hz 50 Hz 60 Hz 50 Hz
Model kW (kVa) kW (kVa) kW (kVa) kW (kVa) Data sheet
C400N5C 400 (500) FR 60270
C580N6 580 (725) 500 (625) FR 6871/FR 60270
C635N6 635 (793) FR 6870
C690N6 690 (862) FR 6875
* Tested at 0.8 power factor (PF) per NFPA 110.

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GenSet Specifications
Voltage Regulation, No Load to Full Load ±1%
Random Voltage Variation ±1% (Three-phase only.)
Frequency Regulation Isochronous
Random Frequency Variation ±0.5%
Radio Frequency Interference Optional PMG excitation operates in compliance with BS800 and VDE
level G and N. Addition of RFI protection kit allows operation per
MIL-STD-461 and VDE level K.

Engine Specifications
Base Engine Cummins Model GTA38
Displacement 37.7 L (2301 in3)
Overspeed Limit 2100 rpm
Regenerative Power 19.7 kW (C500N6B model)
Cylinder Block Configuration 550 kW (C580N6, C635N6, C690N6 models)
Cranking Current Cast iron with replaceable wet cylinder liners
Battery Charging Alternator 1400 CCA (cold soak at -18 °C (0 °F) or above)
Battery Type 43 amps
Starting Voltage 8D (x2)
Standard Cooling System 24-volt, negative ground
Lube Oil Filter Types See derates on Engine Data Sheet
Total System Back Pressure Allowed 51 mm Hg (2 in. Hg)
Silencer Back Pressure (Factory Enclosed Units Only) 5.6 mm Hg (.22 in. Hg)

Alternator Specifications
Design Brushless, 4-pole, drip-proof revolving field
Stator 2/3 pitch
Rotor Direct-coupled by flexible disc
Insulation System Class H per NEMA MG1-1.65 or better
Standard Temperature Rise * 125 °C
Exciter Type Permanent Magnet Generator (PMG)
Phase Rotation A (U), B (V), C (W)
Alternator Cooling Direct-drive centrifugal blower
* For UL 1004 ratings, refer to temperature rise at 120 °C or below, and ambient temperature up to 40 °C

Amp Rating at Full-load Voltage

Full Load Voltage 120/240 (1 Ph) 120/208 127/220 139/240 220/380 240/416 254/440 277/480 347/600

C400N5C/C580N6 Cont. Amps N/A 1735 1640 1504 950 867 820 752 601

C580N6 Standby Amps N/A 2012 1903 1744 1102 1006 951 872 698

C635N6 Standby Amps N/A 2203 2083 1910 1206 1102 1042 955 764

C690N6 Standby Amps N/A 2394 2264 2075 1310 1197 1132 1037 830

Fuel Consumption
Rated Load Fuel Consumption in Standard Cubic Feet per Hour (CFH)
Model Fuel Type 1/4 1/2 3/4 Full

C400N5C/C580N6 Continuous NG 3251 4396 5868 7250

C580N6 Standby NG 3493 4617 6134 7627

C635N6 Standby NG 4190 5217 6845 8772

C690N6 Standby NG 4707 5632 7322 9384

Fuel inlet pressure at GenSet connection: 381 to 508 mm WC (15 to 20 in. WC)

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PowerCommand® 3.3 Control
Alternator Data
• Line-to-neutral and line-to-line AC volts.
System • Three-phase AC current.
• Frequency.
• kW, kVar, and power factor kVa (three-phase and total).
• Winding temperature (optional).
• Bearing temperature (optional).

An integrated microprocessor based generator set control Engine Data

system providing voltage regulation, engine protection, • DC voltage and engine speed.
alternator protection, operator interface and isochronous • Lube oil pressure and temperature.
governing. Refer to document S-1570 for more detailed • Coolant temperature.
information on the control. • Comprehensive FAE data.
AmpSentry™ - Includes integral AmpSentry™ protection,
which provides a full range of alternator protection functions that Other Display Data
are matched to the alternator provided. • GenSet model data.
Power management - Control function provides battery • Start attempts, starts, running hours, kW hours.
monitoring and testing features and smart starting control • Load profile (operating hours at % load in 5% increments).
system. • Fault history – up to 32 events.
• Data logging and fault simulation (requires InPower™).
Advanced control methodology -Three-phase sensing, full • Air cleaner restriction indication.
wave rectified voltage regulation, with a PWM output for stable • Exhaust temperature in each cylinder.
operation with all load types.
Standard Control Functions
Communications interface - Control comes standard with
PCCNet and Modbus® interface. Digital Governing
Regulation compliant - Prototype tested: UL, CSA and CE • Temperature dynamic governing.
compliant. • Integrated digital electronic isochronous governing.
Service - InPower™ PC-based service tool available for
detailed diagnostics, setup, data logging and fault simulation. Digital Voltage Regulation
• Configurable torque matching.
Easily upgradeable - PowerCommand® controls are designed
• 3-phase, 4 wire line-to-line sensing.
with common control interfaces.
• Integrated digital electronic voltage regulator.
Reliable design - The control system is designed for reliable
operation in harsh environment. AmpSentry™ AC Protection
Multi-language support - English, Spanish, French (standard); • AmpSentry™ protective relay.
other languages (optional). • Over current and short circuit shutdown.
• Over current warning.
Operator Panel Features
• Single and three-phase fault regulation.
Operator/Display Panel • Low oil pressure warning and shutdown.
• High coolant temperature warning and shutdown.
• Displays paralleling breaker status. • Low coolant level warning and shutdown.
• 320 x 240 pixels graphic LED backlight LCD.
• Low coolant temperature warning.
• Provides direct control of the paralleling breaker.
• Over and under voltage shutdown.
• Alphanumeric display with pushbuttons. • Over and under frequency shutdown.
• Auto, manual, start, stop, fault reset, and lamp test/panel
• Overload warning with alarm contact.
lamp switches.
• Reverse power and reverse var shutdown.
• LED lamps indicating GenSet running, remote start, not in • Field overload shutdown.
auto, common shutdown, common warning, manual run
• Fuel-in-rupture-basin warning or shutdown.
mode, auto mode and stop.
• Full authority electronic engine protection.
• AMM arc flash provision
Paralleling Control Functions
• First Start Sensor System selects first genset to close to Engine Protection
bus. • Cranking lockout; overspeed shutdown; and battleshort.
• Phase Lock Loop Synchronizer with voltage matching. • Sensor failure indication.
• Sync check relay. • Low fuel level warning or shutdown.
• Isochronous kW and kVar load sharing. • Fail to start (overcrank) and fail to crank shutdown.
• Load govern control for utility paralleling. • Full authority electronic engine protection.
• Extended Paralleling (baseload/peak shave) Mode. • Battery voltage monitoring, protection, and testing.
• Digital power transfer control, for use with a breaker pair to
provide open transition, closed transition, ramping closed Control Functions
transition, peaking and base load functions.
• Data logging and cycle cranking.
• Load shed.
Other Control Features • Remote emergency stop.
• 150 watt anti-condensation heater. • Time delay start and cooldown.
• DC distribution panel. • Configurable inputs and outputs (20).
• AC auxiliary distribution panel. • Real time clock for fault and event time stamping.
• Exerciser clock and time of day start/stop.

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GenSet options and accessories
Engine
• 240/480 V, 4000 W coolant heaters (2)
• 240 V, 300 W lube oil heater
Alternator
• 80 °C rise
• 105 °C rise
Fuel System
• Flexible fuel connector
• Fuel strainer

Exhaust System
• GenSet mounted muffler (enclosure models, only)
• Catalyst available upon request

Generator Set
• Batteries and battery charger
• Main line circuit breaker and spring isolators This outline drawing is for reference only.
• PowerCommand® Network Aux 101, 102 module Do not use for installation design.
• Modbus® to BACnet™ Module
Dim “A” Dim “B” Dim “C”
• Weather protective enclosure (F001) with silencer
mm (in.) mm (in.) mm (in.)
• Level I and Level II enclosure w/silencer
• Audible alarm, remote drains, and remote annunciator All Models 4756 (187) 2330 (92) 2721 (107)
panel
• 2-year standby and 5-year basic power warranty NOTE: Consult drawings for applicable weights. Contact the factory for additional
information. See enclosure Specification Sheet for enclosure dimensions.
(model-specific)

Codes and Standards

Codes or standards compliance may not be available with all model configurations - consult factory for availability.

This product has been manufactured under the controls established

by a Bureau Veritas Certification approved management system that
conforms with ISO 9001:2015.

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Ratings Definitions
Emergency Standby Power (ESP):
Applicable for supplying power to varying electrical load
for the duration of power interruption of a reliable utility
source. Emergency Standby Power (ESP) is in
accordance with ISO 8528. Fuel Stop power is in
accordance with ISO 3046, AS 2789, DIN 6271, and BS
5514.

Prime Power (PRP):

Applicable for supplying power to varying electrical load
for unlimited hours. Prime Power (PRP) is in accordance
with ISO 8528. Ten percent overload capability is
available in accordance with ISO 3046, AS 2789, DIN
6271, and BS 5514.

Base Load (Continuous) Power (COP):

Applicable for supplying power continuously to a
constant electrical load for unlimited hours. Continuous
Power (COP) is in accordance with ISO 8528, ISO 3046,
AS 2789, DIN 6271, and BS 5514.

Warning: Backfeed to a utility system can cause electrocution and/or property damage. Do not connect GenSets to
any building electrical system except through an approved device or after the building main disconnect is open. Neutral
connection must be bonded in accordance with National Electrical Code.

Specifications are subject to change without notice.

Cummins Sales and Service

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DePere, Wisconsin 54115

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