Blue Star JD50-03 (50kWe)



Blue Star JD50-03 (50kWe)
Blue Star Power Systems 50 kWe Diesel Standby Generator – John Deere Powered, UL 2200 Listed, Sound-Attenuated Enclosure with Sub-Base Fuel Tank
- 50 kWe standby power rating at 1800 RPM, 60 Hz – available in single phase (120/240V) or three phase (277/480V)
- John Deere 4045TF280 4-cylinder, 4-cycle turbocharged diesel engine with electronic isochronous governor
- Stamford UCI224D brushless single-bearing alternator with AS440 automatic voltage regulator (±1% regulation)
- Blue Star DCP7310 microprocessor-based digital control panel with NEMA 12 enclosure; standard shutdowns for low oil pressure, high coolant temp, overspeed, and overcrank
- Level 2 weather-proof enclosure with 1.5″ Polydamp Type D acoustical foam; powder-coated 14-gauge steel; 200 MPH wind rated per IBC 2021
- Unit-mounted radiator sized for 50°C ambient; critical grade CPJ Series silencer; dry single-stage air cleaner
- 80 Amp 3-pole 480V mainline circuit breaker in NEMA 1 enclosure; 1500W jacket water heater rated for -20°F; 12V 6A battery charger
- Sub-base fuel tank available in 24-hour (120 gal), 48-hour (240 gal), or 72-hour (360 gal) UL 142 listed double-wall configurations
- UL 2200 & cUL listed, CSA certified, EPA Tier 3 certified, seismic certified to IBC 2021, NFPA 110 Level 1 & 2 compliant
- 2-year / 2,000-hour standby limited warranty; standard colors white or gray
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JD50-03 product details and specifications:
GENERAL OVERVIEW
- Unit Model: JD50-03 | Rating: 50 kWe Standby | Fuel: Diesel
- Frequency: 60 Hz | Speed: 1800 RPM
- Voltage Options: Single Phase 120/240V or Three Phase 277/480V
- Power Factor: 0.8 (3-phase) | 1.0 (single phase 240V)
- EPA Tier 3 Certified | UL 2200 & cUL Listed | CSA Certified
- Seismic Certified to IBC 2021 | NFPA 110 Level 1 & Level 2 Compliant
- Standard Colors: White / Gray | Custom colors available
ENGINE
- Manufacturer: John Deere | Model: 4045TF280
- Type: 4-Cycle, 4-Cylinder Inline | Aspiration: Turbocharged
- Displacement: 275 Cu. In. (4.50 L) | Bore: 4.19 in. x Stroke: 5.00 in.
- Compression Ratio: 19.0:1 | Rated RPM: 1800
- Max Standby Power: 75 HP (56 kW)
- Governor: Electronic Isochronous
- Radiator cooled, unit mounted; sized for 50°C ambient
- Blower fan and fan drive | Starter and alternator
- Oil pump and filter | Oil drain extension with valve plumbed to bulkhead fitting
- Flexible fuel connector
EXHAUST SYSTEM
- Standby Gas Temp (Stack): 945°F (507°C)
- Gas Volume at Stack Temp (Standby): 448 CFM (12.7 m³/min)
- Max Allowable Exhaust Restriction: 30.0 in. H2O (7.50 kPa)
- Critical Grade Compact CPJ Series Silencer – mounted to engine
COOLING SYSTEM
- Unit-mounted radiator, ambient capacity: 122°F (50°C)
- Max Allowable Static Pressure on Radiator Exhaust: 0.50 in. H2O (0.12 kPa)
- Water Pump Flow Rate: 38.0 GPM (144 L/min)
- Heat Rejection to Coolant: 1,821 BTUM (31.9 kW)
- Heat Radiated to Ambient: 1,038 BTUM (18.2 kW)
AIR SYSTEM
- Air Cleaner: Dry Single Stage
- Aspirating Air Flow: 180 CFM (5.09 m³/min)
- Air Flow Required for Radiator Cooled Unit: 4,760 CFM (135 m³/min)
FUEL CONSUMPTION
- At 100% of Power Rating: 4.23 gal/hr (16.0 L/hr)
- At 75% of Power Rating: 3.37 gal/hr (12.8 L/hr)
- At 50% of Power Rating: 2.32 gal/hr (8.78 L/hr)
FLUIDS CAPACITY
- Total Oil System: 3.88 gal (14.7 L)
- Engine Jacket Water Capacity: 2.25 gal (8.52 L)
- System Coolant Capacity: 5.38 gal (20.4 L)
ALTERNATOR / GENERATOR
- Model: Stamford UCI224D | Type: Brushless Single Bearing
- Winding: 12 Lead Wye (480V standard config) | Winding Pitch: 2/3
- Poles: 4 Pole, Rotating Field | Protection: IP23
- Insulation System: Class H
- Standby Temperature Rise: 125°C over 40°C ambient
- Voltage Regulation: ±1% | Max Harmonic Content: 5%
- Standards: NEMA MG 1, IEEE, ANSI compliance
- 100% of rated load – one step | Short Circuit Ratio: 1/Xd
- Bearing Drive End: Ball 6312-2RS (ISO) | Non-Drive End: Ball 6309-2RS (ISO)
- Max Overspeed: 2250 RPM
- Stator Winding Resistance: 0.129 Ohms per phase at 22°C (series star connected)
- Rotor Winding Resistance: 0.64 Ohms at 22°C
VOLTAGE REGULATOR
- Model: Stamford AS440 Automatic Voltage Regulator
- Type: Half-wave phase controlled thyristor AVR, Surface Mount Technology (SMT)
- Regulation: ±1% with 4% engine governing
- External Voltage Adjustment: ±10% with 1k ohm 1-watt trimmer
- Soft Start Ramp Time: 3 seconds | Thermal Drift: 0.03% per 1°C
- Over Excitation Protection Set Point: 65VDC | Time Delay: 10–15 seconds (fixed)
- Under Frequency Protection Set Point: 94–98% Hz
CONTROL PANEL
- Model: Blue Star DCP7310 Microprocessor-Based Gen-Set Controller
- Mounted facing left from generator end (unless specified otherwise)
- NEMA 12 enclosure | IP65 rating with supplied gasket
- 4-Line back-lit LCD display | Five-key menu navigation | Front panel PIN editing
- 8 programmable contact inputs | 10 contact outputs | RS485 communicator interface
- CAN Bus (J1939) ECU communications | USB connectivity
- Standard shutdowns: Low Oil Pressure, High Coolant Temp, Overspeed, Overcrank
- Emergency Stop Pushbutton | Audible Alarm Buzzer with Silencing Switch
- Standard alarms: Low Oil Pressure, High/Low Coolant Temp, Weak Battery, Low Fuel Level, Fuel Leak Detect
- cULus Listed, CE Approved | NFPA 110 Level 1 Compatible
- Windows-Based Software | Multilingual Capability | Event Recording
- Remote communications to DSE2548 Remote Annunciator
ENCLOSURE
- Level 2 – Weather Proof with Foam
- Material: Powder-coated 14-gauge steel | Wind Rating: 200 MPH (IBC 2021, ASCE/SEI 7-16)
- Pitched roof for increased structural integrity and improved watershed
- Punched intake with baffle and punched exhaust openings
- Keyed alike lockable doors with draw down latches and stainless steel component hinges
- Sound attenuation: 1.5" Polydamp Type D Acoustical Foam (PAF) installed
- Formed steel base with mounting and lifting holes
- Vibration isolation mounts included
ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS
- Mainline Breaker: 80 Amp 3 Pole 480 Volt, Mounted & Wired in NEMA 1 Enclosure
- Battery: 12 Volt system with rack and cables
- Battery Charger: 12V 6 Amp (BC1206A Series), Mounted and Wired to Terminal
- Jacket Water Heater: 1500W 120VAC, rated for -20°F with isolation valves
- Oil Drain Extension: Plumbed to bulkhead fitting in base
SUB-BASE FUEL TANK
- Type: UL 142 Listed, Double Wall with Secondary Containment
- 24-Hour Option: 120 Gallon | Dimensions with enclosure: L 80 in. x H 80 in. x W 38 in.
- 48-Hour Option: 240 Gallon | Dimensions with enclosure: L 80 in. x H 96 in. x W 38 in.
- 72-Hour Option: 360 Gallon | Dimensions with enclosure: L 108 in. x H 96 in. x W 38 in.
- Includes: Supply & Return Connections, Fuel Level Gauge, Fuel Leak Switch, Fill & Vent Plumbing
- Stub-up area for electrical wiring | Low fuel level and fuel leak alarms
WEIGHTS & DIMENSIONS (GENSET)
- OPU: 80 x 38 x 58 in. | Weight: 2,125 lbs.
- Level 1 Enclosure: 90 x 38 x 60 in. | Weight: 2,625 lbs.
- Level 2 Enclosure: 90 x 38 x 60 in. | Weight: 2,675 lbs.
- Level 3 Enclosure: 120 x 38 x 60 in. | Weight: 2,825 lbs.
- Note: Allow 6–12 inches for height of exhaust stack. All dimensions in inches.
SOUND LEVELS (@ 23 ft / 7 m per ISO 8528-10)
- OPU: No Load 73 dBA | Full Load 77 dBA
- Level 1 Enclosure: No Load 71 dBA | Full Load 73 dBA
- Level 2 Enclosure: No Load 68 dBA | Full Load 70 dBA
- Level 3 Enclosure: No Load 63 dBA | Full Load 65 dBA
RATINGS (60 Hz)
- 240V Single Phase: 50 kWe | 208 Amps | Generator UCI224F | 12 Lead DD | PF 1.0 | 125°C/40°C
- 208V Three Phase: 50 kWe | 174 Amps | Generator UCI224E | 12 Lead Wye | PF 0.8 | 125°C/40°C
- 240V Three Phase: 50 kWe | 151 Amps | Generator UCI224E | 12 Lead Delta | PF 0.8 | 125°C/40°C
- 480V Three Phase: 50 kWe | 75 Amps | Generator UCI224D | 12 Lead Wye | PF 0.8 | 125°C/40°C
- 600V Three Phase: 50 kWe | 60 Amps | Generator UCI224D | 4 Lead Wye | PF 0.8 | 125°C/40°C
FACTORY TESTING
- Standard commercial factory load test included
- Verification of alarm shutdowns, voltage settings, block loading to rated kWe and PF
- Tested in accordance with MIL-STD-705C and NFPA 110 standards
- Test metering accuracy: 1.3% or better, NIST traceable
WARRANTY
- 2 Year / 2,000 Hour Standby Limited Warranty (parts and labor from date of factory invoice)
- Accessories: 1 Year / 2,000 Hour Limited
product specifications:
| Specification | Value |
| GENERAL | |
| Unit Model | JD50-03 |
| Power Rating | 50 kWe Standby |
| Frequency | 60 Hz |
| Speed | 1800 RPM |
| Voltage Options | Single Phase: 120/240V | Three Phase: 277/480V |
| Power Factor | 0.8 (Three Phase) / 1.0 (Single Phase 240V) |
| Fuel Type | Diesel |
| Application | Emergency Stationary Standby |
| Color | White (standard) / Gray (standard) |
| UL Listed | UL 2200 & cUL Listed |
| CSA Approved | Yes |
| EPA Certification | Tier 3 |
| Seismic Certification | IBC 2021 |
| NFPA Compliance | NFPA 110 Level 1 & Level 2 |
| ENGINE | |
| Engine Manufacturer | John Deere |
| Engine Model | 4045TF280 |
| Engine Type | 4-Cycle, 4-Cylinder Inline |
| Aspiration | Turbocharged |
| Displacement | 275 Cu. In. (4.50 L) |
| Bore x Stroke | 4.19 in. x 5.00 in. |
| Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 |
| Rated RPM | 1800 |
| Max HP Standby | 75 HP (56 kW) |
| Governor | Electronic Isochronous |
| Air Cleaner | Dry Single Stage |
| Silencer | Critical Grade Compact CPJ Series, Mounted to Engine |
| Exhaust Gas Temp (Standby) | 945°F (507°C) |
| Exhaust Gas Volume (Standby) | 448 CFM (12.7 m³/min) |
| Max Allowable Exhaust Restriction | 30.0 in. H2O (7.50 kPa) |
| Aspirating Air Flow | 180 CFM (5.09 m³/min) |
| Air Flow for Radiator-Cooled Unit | 4,760 CFM (135 m³/min) |
| FUEL CONSUMPTION | |
| At 100% Power Rating | 4.23 gal/hr (16.0 L/hr) |
| At 75% Power Rating | 3.37 gal/hr (12.8 L/hr) |
| At 50% Power Rating | 2.32 gal/hr (8.78 L/hr) |
| COOLING SYSTEM | |
| Cooling Type | Unit-Mounted Radiator |
| Radiator Ambient Capacity | 122°F (50°C) |
| Max Static Pressure on Radiator Exhaust | 0.50 in. H2O (0.12 kPa) |
| Water Pump Flow Rate | 38.0 GPM (144 L/min) |
| Heat Rejection to Coolant | 1,821 BTUM (31.9 kW) |
| Heat Radiated to Ambient | 1,038 BTUM (18.2 kW) |
| FLUIDS CAPACITY | |
| Total Oil System | 3.88 gal (14.7 L) |
| Engine Jacket Water Capacity | 2.25 gal (8.52 L) |
| System Coolant Capacity | 5.38 gal (20.4 L) |
| ALTERNATOR / GENERATOR | |
| Generator Model | Stamford UCI224D |
| Generator Type | Brushless Single Bearing |
| Winding Leads | 12 Lead Wye (480V config) |
| Voltage Regulator | Stamford AS440 Automatic Voltage Regulator |
| Voltage Regulation | ±1% |
| Poles | 4 Pole, Rotating Field |
| Insulation Class | Class H |
| Temperature Rise | 125°C Standby / 40°C Ambient |
| Winding Pitch | Two Thirds (2/3) |
| Harmonic Content | 5% Maximum |
| Standards Compliance | NEMA MG 1, IEEE, ANSI |
| Protection | IP23 |
| Max Overspeed | 2250 RPM |
| Bearing – Drive End | Ball 6312-2RS (ISO) |
| Bearing – Non-Drive End | Ball 6309-2RS (ISO) |
| CONTROL PANEL | |
| Control Panel Model | Blue Star DCP7310 Microprocessor-Based Gen-Set Controller |
| Enclosure Rating | NEMA 12 |
| Standard Shutdowns | Low Oil Pressure, High Coolant Temp, Overspeed, Overcrank |
| Standard Features | Emergency Stop Pushbutton, Audible Alarm Buzzer with Silencing Switch |
| Display | 4-Line Back-Lit LCD, IP65 Rated |
| Communications | RS485, CAN Bus (J1939), USB |
| ENCLOSURE | |
| Enclosure Level | Level 2 – Weather Proof with Foam |
| Enclosure Material | Powder-Coated 14-Gauge Steel |
| Wind Rating | 200 MPH (IBC 2021, ASCE/SEI 7-16) |
| Roof Type | Pitched Roof |
| Sound Attenuation | 1.5" Polydamp Type D Acoustical Foam (PAF) |
| Doors | Keyed Alike Lockable with Draw Down Latches and Stainless Steel Hinges |
| Base | Formed Steel with Mounting and Lifting Holes |
| Vibration Mounts | Included |
| ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS | |
| Mainline Breaker | 80 Amp 3 Pole 480 Volt, Mounted & Wired in NEMA 1 Enclosure |
| Battery System | 12 Volt with Rack and Cables |
| Battery Charger | 12V 6 Amp, Mounted and Wired to Terminal |
| Jacket Water Heater | 1500W 120VAC, Rated for -20°F, with Isolation Valves |
| Oil Drain Extension | Plumbed to Bulkhead Fitting in Base |
| FUEL TANK | |
| Tank Type | UL 142 Listed Sub-Base, Double Wall with Secondary Containment |
| Tank Options | 24-Hour / 120 Gallon | 48-Hour / 240 Gallon | 72-Hour / 360 Gallon |
| Tank Includes | Supply & Return Connections, Fuel Level Gauge, Fuel Leak Switch, Fill & Vent Plumbing |
| SOUND LEVELS (LEVEL 2 ENCLOSURE) | |
| No Load | 68 dBA @ 23 ft (7 m) |
| Full Load | 70 dBA @ 23 ft (7 m) |
| WARRANTY | |
| Warranty | 2 Year / 2,000 Hour Standby Limited Warranty |
product related documents:
JD50-03 Engine Data Sheet 12-5-23.pdf
2026 EPA Cert 350ham-tjdxl04-5141-007 JD40-03, JD50-03, JD60-02.pdf
Additional Info
| Weight | 2675 lbs |
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| Dimensions | 90 × 38 × 60 in |
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