4008TAG Electric Power Diesel Engine

Electric Power Generation 4008TAG

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Key Specs

Gross Mechanical Output
644-997 kWm
644-997 kWm
Typical Electrical Output
720-1125 kVA (576-900 kWe)
720-1125 kVA (576-900 kWe)
Emissions
Fuel Optimised
Fuel Optimised

Overview

The 8 cylinder Perkins 4008 range gives you the versatility you need in today's power generation market. The range's diesel ElectropaK engines/Electro Units deliver 849-1022 kVA and are supplied with or without radiator and air cleaner. This engine has proven reliability in prime and standby installations in all of the key sectors, such as manufacturing facilities, hospitals, and data centres. The 4008 engines have exceptional power-to-weight ratios and compact designs, making them simple to transport and install.

Product Specifications for 4008TAG

Gross Mechanical Output 644-997 kWm 644-997 kWm
Typical Electrical Output 720-1125 kVA (576-900 kWe) 720-1125 kVA (576-900 kWe)
Rated Speed 1500/1800 rpm 1500/1800 rpm
Prime 911-1035 kVA 911-1035 kVA
Standby 1002-1138 kVA 1002-1138 kVA
Baseload 720-821 kVA 720-821 kVA
Prime 707-796 kWe 707-796 kWe
Standby 780-878 kWe 780-878 kWe
Baseload 555-626 kWe 555-626 kWe
Emissions Fuel Optimised Fuel Optimised
Number of Cylinders 8 inline 8 inline
Bore 6.3 in 160 mm
Stroke 7.5 in 190 mm
Displacement 1865 in³ 30.6 l
Compression Ratio 13.6:1 13.6:1
Aspiration Turbocharged and air-to-air charge cooled Turbocharged and air-to-air charge cooled
Combustion System Direct injection Direct injection
Rotation from Flywheel End Anti-clockwise Anti-clockwise
Cooling System Liquid Liquid
Aftertreatment - -
Typical Alternator Efficiency 95% 95%
Switchable No No
Length 146 in 3711 mm
Width 80.6 in 2046 mm
Height 81.4 in 2067 mm
Dry Weight 9526 lb 4320 kg
Note 1 *Final dimensions dependent on selected options *Final dimensions dependent on selected options
Prime Power Unlimited hours usage with an average load factor of 80% of the published Prime Power over each 24 hours period. A 10% overload is available for 1 hour in every 12 hours operation. Unlimited hours usage with an average load factor of 80% of the published Prime Power over each 24 hours period. A 10% overload is available for 1 hour in every 12 hours operation.
Standby Power Limited to 500 hours annual usage with an average load factor of 80% of the published Standby Power rating over each 24 hour period. Up to 300 hours of annual usage may be run continuously. No overload is permitted on Standby Power. Limited to 500 hours annual usage with an average load factor of 80% of the published Standby Power rating over each 24 hour period. Up to 300 hours of annual usage may be run continuously. No overload is permitted on Standby Power.
Baseload Unlimited hours usage with an average load factor of 100% of the published baseload power. No overload is permitted on baseload power. Unlimited hours usage with an average load factor of 100% of the published baseload power. No overload is permitted on baseload power.

4008TAG Standard Equipment

Air inlet system

  • Mounted air filters and turbochargers

Cooling system

  • Crankshaft pulley for fan drive
  • Gear driven circulating pump
  • Twin thermostats

Electrical equipment

  • 24 volt combined high coolant temperature/low oil pressure switch
  • 24 volt Electronic Shut Off Solenoid (ESOS) (energised to run)
  • 24 volt starter motor and 24 volt/40 amp alternator with integral regulator and DC output
  • Overspeed switch and magnetic pickup
  • Turbine inlet temperature shutdown switch

Flywheels and flywheel housing

  • Flywheel to SAE J620 size 18
  • SAE 0 flywheel housing

Fuel system

  • Full flow spin-on fuel oil filters
  • Electronic governor to ISO 3046 Part 4 class A1
  • Unit fuel injectors with lift pump and hand stop control

Oil system

  • Engine jacket water/lubricating oil temperature stabiliser
  • Full flow spin-on oil filters
  • Wet sump with filler and dipstick

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