Flexible Operating Modes

Base Load, Import Setpoint Tracking, Export ï¿½Setpoint Tracking, orï¿½Export Limit as well as emergency mode

Reduced Commissioning Times

High-speed network connections to Caterpillar Generator Sets reduces field interconnects

Generator Demand Priority Control

Automatically match the on-line generator capacity to the loads, and avoid unnecessary operation of generator sets

Cat XLM Switchgear

Switchgear and Paralleling Controls Cat XLM Switchgear

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Configuration: Configurable PLC based switchgear capable of controlling and monitoring multiple generator sets, tie, utility and load breakers for utility paralleling applications; Configurable PLC based switchgear capable of controlling and monitoring multiple generator sets, tie, utility and load breakers for utility paralleling applications

Modes of Operation: Emergency Standby, Utility Import/Export, Peak shaving, and base load operations with redundant controls and components. Closed transition to/from generator power; Emergency Standby, Utility Import/Export, Peak shaving, and base load operations with redundant controls and components. Closed transition to/from generator power

Application: LV and MV ( 208V - 38 kV; LV and MV ( 208V - 38 kV

Cat XLM Switchgear

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Overview

The Emergency Transfer and Load management (XLM) product supports transfer between the utility source and generator bus and allows for sustained parallel operation with the utility for load management applications.

Benefits

Flexible Operating Modes

Base Load, Import Setpoint Tracking, Export ï¿½Setpoint Tracking, orï¿½Export Limit as well as emergency mode

Reduced Commissioning Times

High-speed network connections to Caterpillar Generator Sets reduces field interconnects

Generator Demand Priority Control

Automatically match the on-line generator capacity to the loads, and avoid unnecessary operation of generator sets

Features At A Glance

XLM Switchgear

High Speed Supervisory Network
Automatic Start/Stop
Automatic “Dead Bus” Coordination
Automatic Power Factor Control when in Parallel with Utility Power
Programmable Load Shed / Load Add Functions
Networked Engine Communications
Generator & Utility Protection
Engine Tuning
Mode Selection
Selectable Auto/ Manual Control
Password Protection for Protective Settings and Setup
Load/No Load Test
Touch Screen (HMI) Display
NFPA 99/110 Compliant Alarm
Annunciation with Audible Horn
Engine Control mimic Screen with gauges for RPM, DC Battery Voltage, Oil Pressure, Engine Coolant temperature, Engine Hours, Number of starts

Specifications Standard Equipment Optional Equipment

Product Specifications for Cat XLM Switchgear

Technical Summary

Configuration	Configurable PLC based switchgear capable of controlling and monitoring multiple generator sets, tie, utility and load breakers for utility paralleling applications Configurable PLC based switchgear capable of controlling and monitoring multiple generator sets, tie, utility and load breakers for utility paralleling applications
Modes of Operation	Emergency Standby, Utility Import/Export, Peak shaving, and base load operations with redundant controls and components. Closed transition to/from generator power Emergency Standby, Utility Import/Export, Peak shaving, and base load operations with redundant controls and components. Closed transition to/from generator power
Application	LV and MV ( 208V - 38 kV LV and MV ( 208V - 38 kV

Generator Protective Devices

ANSI Protective Devices

15/25, 27/59, 81 O/U, 32, 40, 50, 51 15/25, 27/59, 81 O/U, 32, 40, 50, 51

Utility Protective Devices

ANSI Protective Devices

15/25, 27/59, 81 O/U, 32, 40, 47, 50, 51, 86 15/25, 27/59, 81 O/U, 32, 40, 47, 50, 51, 86

Environmental Parameters

Certifications	IBS, CBC, UBC & OSHPD Certified IBS, CBC, UBC & OSHPD Certified
Control Panel Enclosure	NEMA 1 or NEMA 3R, Freestanding Construction NEMA 1 or NEMA 3R, Freestanding Construction
Operating Temperature	0 degrees to 50 degrees C 0 degrees to 50 degrees C
Storage Temperature	-20 degrees C to +60 degrees C -20 degrees C to +60 degrees C
Low Voltage Standards	NEMA SG-5, CSA, ANSI C37.51, ANSI C37.20.1, UL 1558 or UL 891, NFPA 110, NFPA 99 and NFPA 70 NEMA SG-5, CSA, ANSI C37.51, ANSI C37.20.1, UL 1558 or UL 891, NFPA 110, NFPA 99 and NFPA 70
Medium Voltage Standards	NEMA SG-5, ANSI / IEEE C37.20.2, CSA-C22.2 No. 31-M89, EEMAC G8-3.2, NFPA 70, NFPA 99 and NFPA 1110 NEMA SG-5, ANSI / IEEE C37.20.2, CSA-C22.2 No. 31-M89, EEMAC G8-3.2, NFPA 70, NFPA 99 and NFPA 1110

Cat XLM Switchgear Standard Equipment

Generator Demand Priority Control

Automatically match the on-line generator capacity to the loads, and avoid unnecessary operation of generator sets.

Cat XLM Switchgear Optional Equipment

Data Table Interface

Accommodates interface with a building management system for monitoring all system parameters via Modbus RTU or TCP

Supplemental Hardware Synchronization check relay (ANSI 25 Device)

Provides additional discrete synchronization protection

Remote Power Monitoring System

To monitor breaker status, alarms, metering and other operating parameters

Product Specifications for Cat XLM Switchgear

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Technical Summary

Configuration	Configurable PLC based switchgear capable of controlling and monitoring multiple generator sets, tie, utility and load breakers for utility paralleling applications Configurable PLC based switchgear capable of controlling and monitoring multiple generator sets, tie, utility and load breakers for utility paralleling applications
Modes of Operation	Emergency Standby, Utility Import/Export, Peak shaving, and base load operations with redundant controls and components. Closed transition to/from generator power Emergency Standby, Utility Import/Export, Peak shaving, and base load operations with redundant controls and components. Closed transition to/from generator power
Application	LV and MV ( 208V - 38 kV LV and MV ( 208V - 38 kV

Generator Protective Devices

ANSI Protective Devices

15/25, 27/59, 81 O/U, 32, 40, 50, 51 15/25, 27/59, 81 O/U, 32, 40, 50, 51

Utility Protective Devices

ANSI Protective Devices

15/25, 27/59, 81 O/U, 32, 40, 47, 50, 51, 86 15/25, 27/59, 81 O/U, 32, 40, 47, 50, 51, 86

Environmental Parameters

Certifications	IBS, CBC, UBC & OSHPD Certified IBS, CBC, UBC & OSHPD Certified
Control Panel Enclosure	NEMA 1 or NEMA 3R, Freestanding Construction NEMA 1 or NEMA 3R, Freestanding Construction
Operating Temperature	0 degrees to 50 degrees C 0 degrees to 50 degrees C
Storage Temperature	-20 degrees C to +60 degrees C -20 degrees C to +60 degrees C
Low Voltage Standards	NEMA SG-5, CSA, ANSI C37.51, ANSI C37.20.1, UL 1558 or UL 891, NFPA 110, NFPA 99 and NFPA 70 NEMA SG-5, CSA, ANSI C37.51, ANSI C37.20.1, UL 1558 or UL 891, NFPA 110, NFPA 99 and NFPA 70
Medium Voltage Standards	NEMA SG-5, ANSI / IEEE C37.20.2, CSA-C22.2 No. 31-M89, EEMAC G8-3.2, NFPA 70, NFPA 99 and NFPA 1110 NEMA SG-5, ANSI / IEEE C37.20.2, CSA-C22.2 No. 31-M89, EEMAC G8-3.2, NFPA 70, NFPA 99 and NFPA 1110

Cat XLM Switchgear Standard Equipment

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Generator Demand Priority Control

Automatically match the on-line generator capacity to the loads, and avoid unnecessary operation of generator sets.

Cat XLM Switchgear Optional Equipment

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Data Table Interface

Accommodates interface with a building management system for monitoring all system parameters via Modbus RTU or TCP

Supplemental Hardware Synchronization check relay (ANSI 25 Device)

Provides additional discrete synchronization protection

Remote Power Monitoring System

To monitor breaker status, alarms, metering and other operating parameters

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Configuration: Configurable PLC based switchgear capable of controlling and monitoring multiple generator sets, tie, utility and load breakers for utility paralleling applications; Configurable PLC based switchgear capable of controlling and monitoring multiple generator sets, tie, utility and load breakers for utility paralleling applications
Modes of Operation: Emergency Standby, Utility Import/Export, Peak shaving, and base load operations with redundant controls and components. Closed transition to/from generator power; Emergency Standby, Utility Import/Export, Peak shaving, and base load operations with redundant controls and components. Closed transition to/from generator power
Application: LV and MV ( 208V - 38 kV; LV and MV ( 208V - 38 kV

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Modes of Operation: Multi-unit Island and multi-unit standby mode with optional redundant controls and components.; Multi-unit Island and multi-unit standby mode with optional redundant controls and components.
Application: LV and MV (208V - 38 kV); LV and MV (208V - 38 kV)

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Configuration: Application-specific switchgear with control logic designed to meet any customer's sequence of operations. Examples are 3+ Utilities, CHP applications, complex load shed schemes, etc; Application-specific switchgear with control logic designed to meet any customer's sequence of operations. Examples are 3+ Utilities, CHP applications, complex load shed schemes, etc
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Application: LV and MV ( 208V - 38 kV) 50 / 60 Hz; LV and MV ( 208V - 38 kV) 50 / 60 Hz

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