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Xinchai NC485BD

The Xinchai NC485BD is a 2.3-litre inline-4 diesel engine for generator sets, rated at 20 kVA / 16 kWe standby power at 1,500 RPM (50 Hz). It is a liquid-cooled engine built in China.

Xinchai NC485BD|COMPACT CLASSIFICATION
GENSET ARCHITECTURE: L42.3 L
HEAVY-DUTY GENSET INTEGRATION PLATFORM
POWER CLASSIFICATION26 kVA
ELECTRICAL OUTPUT21 kWe
FUEL SYSTEMDiesel
READY FOR TURNKEY PACKAGING

Standby Power

26 kVA

Electrical Output

21 kWe

Cylinders / Config

L4

Displacement

2.3 L

Rated Speed

1,500 RPM

ISO 8528 Power Ratings

Power Factor: 0.8 pf

kWm = mechanical engine shaft power · kWe = electrical output · kVA = apparent electrical power.

50 Hz Grid Frequency1500 RPM
Operating DutykWm (Mechanical)kWe (Electrical)kVA (Rating)
Prime161417.5
Standby181620
60 Hz Grid Frequency1800 RPM
Operating DutykWm (Mechanical)kWe (Electrical)kVA (Rating)
Prime211923.8
Standby232126.3

Mechanical & Electrical Specifications

BrandXinchai
ModelNC485BD
ConfigurationL4
Cylinders4
Displacement2.3 L
Fuel TypeDiesel
Ignition TypeCompression Ignition
Cooling MethodLiquid-Cooled
Emissions StandardUnregulated
Country of OriginChina

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the power output of the Xinchai NC485BD?

The Xinchai NC485BD is rated at 20 kVA standby / 18 kVA prime at 50 Hz (1,500 rpm); and 26 kVA standby / 24 kVA prime at 60 Hz (1,800 rpm).

Does the NC485BD run at 50 Hz or 60 Hz?

The Xinchai NC485BD is available for both 50 Hz (1,500 rpm) and 60 Hz (1,800 rpm).

What fuel does the Xinchai NC485BD use?

The Xinchai NC485BD is a diesel generator-set engine.

What is the displacement and cylinder configuration of the NC485BD?

The Xinchai NC485BD is an inline-4 (4-cylinder) engine with a displacement of 2.3 L.

Is the Xinchai NC485BD still in production?

Yes — the Xinchai NC485BD is a current production model.

Is a datasheet available for the NC485BD?

Yes — an official Xinchai datasheet for the Xinchai NC485BD can be downloaded from this page.

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