Blue Star VD230-01 (230kWe)

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Blue Star VD230-01 (230kWe)

SKU: VD230-01

The Blue Star Power Systems VD230-01 is a 230 kWe diesel-powered emergency stationary standby generator set engineered for commercial and industrial applications. Powered by the Volvo TAD851GE engine and paired with a Stamford brushless alternator, this unit delivers reliable backup power at 60 Hz across multiple voltage configurations, housed in a rugged Level 2 weather-proof powder-coated steel enclosure rated for 200 MPH wind loads and UL 2200 Listed. 

  • 230 kWe standby power rating at 1800 RPM, 60 Hz 
  • Volvo TAD851GE 6-cylinder inline turbocharged diesel engine with electronic isochronous governor 
  • Stamford UCDI274J1 brushless single-bearing alternator with MX321 automatic voltage regulator and PMG excitation 
  • Available in 1-phase 120/240V or 3-phase 277/480V configurations 
  • Level 2 weather-proof enclosure with 1.5″ Polydamp Type D acoustical foam, 200 MPH wind rated per IBC 2021 
  • Blue Star DCP7310 microprocessor-based digital control panel with CAN Bus (J1939) communications 
  • UL 2200 Listed, EPA Tier 3 certified, NFPA 110 compliant, seismic certified to IBC 2021 
  • 24-hour 540-gallon UL 142 listed double-wall sub-base fuel tank standard (48-hr and 72-hr options available) 
  • 350A 3-pole 600V mainline circuit breaker, 24V battery charger, and engine block heater rated to -20°F included standard 
  • 2-year / 2000-hour limited standby warranty 
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VD230-01 product details and specifications:

General 

  • Model: VD230-01 
  • Power Rating: 230 kWe (Standby) 
  • Fuel Type: Diesel 
  • Application: Emergency Stationary Standby 
  • Frequency: 60 Hz 
  • Speed: 1800 RPM 
  • UL 2200 Listed: Yes 
  • EPA Certification: Tier 3 
  • NFPA 110: Level 1 and Level 2 Compliant 
  • CSA C282 Compliant 
  • Seismic Certified to IBC 2021 
  • Unit Color: White 

Engine 

  • Manufacturer: Volvo Penta 
  • Model: TAD851GE 
  • Type: 4-Cycle, 6-Cylinder Inline, Turbocharged with Charge Air Cooling (CAC) 
  • Displacement: 470 cu. in. (7.70 L) 
  • Bore x Stroke: 4.33 in. x 5.31 in. 
  • Compression Ratio: 17.5:1 
  • Rated RPM: 1800 
  • Max Standby HP (with fan): 337 HP (248 kW) 
  • Governor: Electronic Isochronous 
  • Cooling: Radiator Cooled, Unit Mounted (55°C Ambient) 
  • Air Cleaner: Dry Single Stage with Restriction Indicator 
  • Silencer: Critical Grade Compact CPJ Series, Mounted to Engine 
  • Battery: 24 Volt System with Rack and Cables 
  • Flexible Fuel Connector: Included 
  • Oil Drain Extension: Plumbed to Bulkhead Fitting in Base 

Generator / Alternator 

  • Generator Model (480V, 3-Ph): Stamford UCDI274J1, 12 Lead Wired, High Wye 
  • Generator Model (240V, 1-Ph): Stamford S4L1D-F41, 12 Lead Double Delta 
  • Type: Brushless Single Bearing 
  • Voltage Regulator: Stamford MX321 Automatic Voltage Regulator with PMG Excitation 
  • Voltage Regulation: ± 1.00% 
  • Poles: 4 Pole, Rotating Field 
  • Standby Temperature Rise: 125°C over 40°C Ambient 
  • Load Acceptance: 100% of Rated Load in One Step 
  • Harmonic Content: 5% Maximum 
  • Standards: NEMA MG1, IEEE, and ANSI Compliance 
  • Insulation Class: Class H 
  • Winding Pitch: 2/3 
  • Winding Leads: 12 

Voltage and Phase Options 

  • 1-Phase: 120/240V, 60 Hz, 1.0 PF — 958 Amps (Generator Model: S4L1D-F41, 12 Lead DD) 
  • 3-Phase: 208V, 60 Hz, 0.8 PF — 799 Amps (Generator Model: UCDI274K1, 12 Lead Wye) 
  • 3-Phase: 240V, 60 Hz, 0.8 PF — 692 Amps (Generator Model: UCDI274K1, 12 Lead Delta) 
  • 3-Phase: 480/277V, 60 Hz, 0.8 PF — 346 Amps (Generator Model: UCDI274J1, 12 Lead Wye) 
  • 3-Phase: 600V, 60 Hz, 0.8 PF — 277 Amps (Generator Model: UCDI274J1, 4 Lead Wye) 

Control Panel 

  • Model: Blue Star DCP7310 Microprocessor Based Gen-Set Controller 
  • Mounting: Facing Left from Generator End (unless specified otherwise) 
  • Enclosure: NEMA 12 
  • Display: 4-Line Back-Lit LCD with Five Key Menu Navigation 
  • Communications: CAN Bus (J1939), RS485, MODBUS RTU and TCP 
  • Protections: Low Oil Pressure, High Coolant Temp, Overspeed, Overcrank Shutdowns 
  • Alarms: Emergency Stop Pushbutton, Audible Alarm Buzzer with Silencing Switch 
  • Inputs: 8 Programmable Contact Inputs 
  • Outputs: 10 Contact Outputs 
  • Rating: IP 65 (with supplied gasket) 
  • NFPA 110 Level 1 Compatible 
  • cULus Listed, CE Approved 
  • Event Recording Capability 
  • Windows-Based PC Software (DSE Configuration Suite) 
  • Remote Communications: DSE2548 Remote Annunciator Compatible 

Enclosure 

  • Level: Level 2 — Weather Proof with Foam 
  • Material: Powder Coated 14 Gauge Steel 
  • Wind Rating: 200 MPH per IBC 2021 and ASCE/SEI 7-16 
  • Roof: Pitched Roof for Increased Structural Integrity and Improved Watershed 
  • Intake/Exhaust: Punched Intake with Baffle and Punched Exhaust Openings 
  • Doors: Keyed Alike Lockable with Draw Down Latches and Stainless Steel Component Hinges 
  • Sound Attenuation Foam: 1.5" Thick Polydamp Type D Acoustical Foam (PAF) 
  • Base: Formed Steel with Mounting and Lifting Holes 
  • Vibration Isolation Mounts Included 

Weights and Dimensions 

  • OPU: 120 in. L x 66 in. W x 72 in. H — 5,125 lbs. 
  • Level 1 Enclosure: 156 in. L x 66 in. W x 94 in. H — 6,375 lbs. 
  • Level 2 Enclosure: 156 in. L x 66 in. W x 94 in. H — 6,450 lbs. 
  • Level 3 Enclosure: 196 in. L x 66 in. W x 94 in. H — 6,750 lbs. 
  • Note: Allow 6–12 inches additional height for exhaust stack 

Sound Data (at 23 ft per ISO 8528-10) 

  • OPU: 86 dBA No Load / 88 dBA Full Load 
  • Level 1: 83 dBA No Load / 85 dBA Full Load 
  • Level 2: 77 dBA No Load / 79 dBA Full Load 
  • Level 3: 69 dBA No Load / 71 dBA Full Load 

Fuel System 

  • Fuel Consumption at 100% Load: 17.9 gal/hr 
  • Fuel Consumption at 75% Load: 14.1 gal/hr 
  • Fuel Consumption at 50% Load: 10.3 gal/hr 
  • Standard Fuel Tank: 24-Hour / 540 Gallon, UL 142 Listed Sub-Base, Double Wall with Secondary Containment 
  • Optional Fuel Tank: 48-Hour / 1080 Gallon Sub-Base Fuel Tank 
  • Optional Fuel Tank: 72-Hour / 1620 Gallon Sub-Base Fuel Tank 
  • Tank includes: Supply & Return Connections, Fuel Level Gauge, Fuel Leak Switch, Fill & Vent Plumbing 

Exhaust, Cooling, and Air Requirements 

  • Exhaust Gas Temp at Stack: 824°F (440°C) 
  • Exhaust Gas Volume at Stack: 1,926 CFM 
  • Max Allowable Exhaust Restriction: 40.0 in. H2O 
  • Radiator Ambient Capacity: 131°F (55°C) 
  • Water Pump Flow Rate: 61.8 GPM 
  • Heat Rejection to Coolant: 6,199 BTU/min (108 kW) 
  • Aspirating Air: 831 CFM 
  • Air Flow Required for Radiator Cooled Unit: 13,781 CFM 
  • Total Oil System: 7.10 gal 
  • Engine Jacket Water Capacity: 4.49 gal 
  • System Coolant Capacity: 10.8 gal 

Electrical Components 

  • Mainline Breaker: 350 Amp, 3 Pole, 600 Volt, Mounted and Wired in NEMA 1 Enclosure 
  • Battery: 24 Volt System with Rack and Cables 
  • Battery Charger: 24V, 5 Amp (BC2405A Series), Mounted and Wired 
  • Engine Block Heater: 2500W, 240VAC, Rated for -20°F, Installed with Isolation Valves 

Warranty and Testing 

  • Warranty: 2 Year / 2000 Hour Limited Standby 
  • Factory Test: Standard Commercial Testing — Verification of Alarm Shutdowns, Voltage Settings, Block Loading to Rated kWe and PF 
  • All units built and tested to cUL, CSA, and NFPA 110 standards 

product specifications:

SpecificationValue
ModelVD230-01
Power Rating (Standby)230 kWe
Fuel TypeDiesel
Frequency60 Hz
Speed1800 RPM
ApplicationEmergency Stationary Standby
UL 2200 ListedYes
EPA RatingTier 3
NFPA 110 ComplianceLevel 1 and Level 2
Seismic CertificationIBC 2021
Engine ManufacturerVolvo Penta
Engine ModelTAD851GE
Engine Type4-Cycle, 6-Cylinder Inline, Turbocharged with CAC
Displacement470 cu. in. (7.70 L)
Bore x Stroke4.33 in. x 5.31 in.
Compression Ratio17.5:1
Rated RPM1800
Max Standby HP (with fan)337 HP (248 kW)
GovernorElectronic Isochronous
Air CleanerDry Single Stage
SilencerCritical Grade Compact (CPJ Series), Mounted to Engine
Generator Model (480V, 3-Phase)Stamford UCDI274J1
Generator Model (240V, 1-Phase)Stamford S4L1D-F41
Generator TypeBrushless Single Bearing
Voltage RegulatorStamford MX321 AVR with PMG Excitation
Voltage Regulation+/- 1.00%
Poles4 Pole, Rotating Field
Standby Temperature Rise125°C over 40°C Ambient
Harmonic Content5% Maximum
Winding Pitch2/3
Winding Leads12 Lead
Insulation ClassClass H
Voltage Option 1 (1-Phase)120/240V, 1-Phase, 60 Hz, 1.0 PF — 958 A
Voltage Option 2 (3-Phase)480/277V, 3-Phase, 60 Hz, 0.8 PF — 346 A
Control PanelBlue Star DCP7310 Microprocessor Based Gen-Set Controller
Panel MountingMounted Facing Left from Generator End
Panel ProtectionNEMA 12 Enclosure
Cooling SystemUnit Mounted Radiator
Radiator Ambient Capacity131°F (55°C)
Water Pump Flow Rate61.8 GPM
Heat Rejection to Coolant6,199 BTU/min (108 kW)
Exhaust Gas Temp at Stack824°F (440°C)
Exhaust Gas Volume at Stack1,926 CFM
Max Allowable Exhaust Restriction40.0 in. H2O
Air Aspirating831 CFM
Air Flow for Radiator Cooled Unit13,781 CFM
Fuel Consumption at 100% Load17.9 gal/hr
Fuel Consumption at 75% Load14.1 gal/hr
Fuel Consumption at 50% Load10.3 gal/hr
Total Oil System Capacity7.10 gal
Engine Jacket Water Capacity4.49 gal
System Coolant Capacity10.8 gal
Enclosure LevelLevel 2 (Weather Proof with Foam)
Enclosure MaterialPowder Coated 14 Gauge Steel
Enclosure Wind Rating200 MPH (IBC 2021 / ASCE/SEI 7-16)
Sound Attenuation Foam1.5" Polydamp Type D Acoustical Foam (PAF)
Enclosure ColorWhite
Dimensions L x W x H (Level 2 Enclosure)156 x 66 x 94 in.
Weight (Level 2 Enclosure)6,450 lbs.
Dimensions L x W x H (OPU)120 x 66 x 72 in.
Weight (OPU)5,125 lbs.
Sound Level No Load (Level 2)77 dBA at 23 ft
Sound Level Full Load (Level 2)79 dBA at 23 ft
Mainline Breaker350 Amp, 3 Pole, 600 Volt, NEMA 1 Enclosure
Battery System24 Volt with Rack and Cables
Battery Charger24V, 5 Amp, Mounted and Wired
Engine Block Heater2500W, 240VAC, Rated for -20°F, with Isolation Valves
Fuel Tank (Standard)24-Hour / 540 Gallon, UL 142 Listed Sub-Base, Double Wall
Fuel Tank (Optional 48-hr)48-Hour / 1080 Gallon
Fuel Tank (Optional 72-hr)72-Hour / 1620 Gallon
Warranty2 Year / 2000 Hour Limited Standby
Factory TestStandard Commercial Testing

 

product related documents:

2026 EPA Cert_TVPXL07.7BDA-006 VD230-01, VD250-03, VD275-01.pdf

VD230-01_Drawings.pdf

VD230-01 Engine Data Sheet 12-5-23.pdf

VD230-01_SpecSheet.pdf

VD230-01.pdf

Additional Info
Weight6450 lbs
Dimensions156 × 66 × 94 in
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