QSK50 Land-Based Drilling

Power Module.

QSK50 Land-Based
Drilling Power Module.

Cummins Land-Based Drilling Power Modules are

designed and tested based on oil-field customer
requirements to provide optimum performance,
reliability and versatility. These modules deliver
world-class uptime and a low total cost of ownership
through high fuel efficiency and long life-to-overhaul.
The entire power module is designed, developed,
assembled and tested at the Cummins Oil and Gas
Center of Excellence, and is delivered with the full
force of Cummins behind it. This means that the
entire power module is fully supported with parts
and service available worldwide. Drilling contractors
can expect seamless, consistent support wherever
the rig operates.

Ratings.
Model QSK50-DPM
Frequency

60 Hz

Voltage

600 V

Speed

1480 hp (1104 kWm)

Alternator Rating

1750 kVa (1225 kWe)

Power Module Rating*

1003 kWe

Emissions**

EPA Tier 2

*Total output of package varies with cooling system and alternator

configuration.
**Engine complies with EPA Tier 4 Interim requirements using
Transitional Program for Equipment Manufacturers (TPEM).

General Specifications.
Engine Type

Features.
Cummins diesel engine The legendary QSK50
four-stroke diesel engine provides reliable power,
low emissions and fast response to load changes.
Alternator Form-wound stator and rotor,
designed, tested and sized for drill rig service;
low waveform distortion with nonlinear loads;
fault-clearing short-circuit capability.
Control system Full-authority electronic controls
that provide complete engine and alternator
monitoring and automatic adjustment for peak
performance and fuel efficiency, plus full diagnostics
and prognostics.
Warranty and service Backed by a global
standard Cummins factory warranty and supported
by over 600 worldwide Cummins-authorized service
locations.

1200 rpm

Engine Power

Cummins QSK50 V-16, Four-Stroke Diesel

Bore

159 mm

Stroke

159 mm

Displacement

50.3 liters

Aspiration

Turbocharged and Aftercooled

Governor Electronic
Cooling System

Horizontal or Remote Vertical Discharge

Weight w/o Radiator

Lube Oil Capacity
Base Design
Alternator Rotor Design
Alternator Insulation

29,500 lb (13,381 kg)

72 gal (273 liters)
Three-Point Mounting
Two-Bearing
Class H

Custom Options.
Standard specifications and options are shown. The
Cummins Oil and Gas Center of Excellence can
provide custom factory packages.

Standard Equipment.
Air Intake System

Lube Oil System

n Factory-installed heavy-duty air cleaners

n High-capacity structural oil pan

n Factory-installed air inlet shutoff valves

n Secondary bypass oil filter

Control System

Cooling System

n Package-mounted control-and-monitoring
system provides warning and shutdown
protection for the power module

n Dual-core base-mounted or generator

set-mounted radiator

n PowerCommand 3300 Control Panel:

PCC 3300 offers integrated electronic
governor and integrated AVR controllers;
the advantages are fewer components,
faster response time, high reliability, better
serviceability and minimal wiring; the
programmable starting eliminates human
intervention and remote starting

n Horizontal and remote vertical discharge

systems available
n Radiator options available for up to 55C
n Thermostat-controlled outlets
Starting System
n Air starter Ingersoll-Rand (90-150 psi)
n 24V DC Electric Starter

M
 onitors and protects all critical engine and
alternator functions

Mounting Arrangement

Automatic digital frequency synchronization

and voltage matching

n Isolation pads at mounting points

n Three-point-mounted to sub-base

n PowerCommand 1302 Control Panel:

Provides warning and engine shutdown
protection

n Lift provisions on base

Monitors and protects all critical engine

functions

n Two-bearing, 600 V, 60 Hz, three-phase, 0.7 pf,

six-wire, WYE-connected

Alternator

n Brushless type
Fuel System

n Standard anti-condensation heater

n Skid-mounted fuel filters

n Standard winding and bearing RTDs

n Pre-filtering system available

n Custom alternator specifications available

on request

n Modular Common Rail Fuel System (MCRS)

generates clean, quiet and efficient power
n MCRS technology helps reduce noise emissions
and engine vibration, resulting in a safer and
more comfortable work environment

Standard specifications and options are shown. The Cummins

Oil and Gas Center of Excellence can provide custom factory
packages.

Engine Specifications.

Alternator Specifications.

Design
4-Stroke, V-Block, Turbocharged

and Aftercooled

Design

Brushless, Six-Pole, Revolving Field

Rotor Two-Bearing
Insulation System

Class H

Temperature Rise

80C Over 50C

Alternator Cooling

Direct-Drive Centrifugal Blower Fan

Engine manufacturer

Cummins Inc.

Model QSK50-DR1480

Cylinder Block Configuration

Cast Iron, 60 V, 16-Cylinder

Aspiration
Turbocharged and Low
Temperature Aftercooled
Gross Engine Power Output
Displacement

Efficiency @ 0.7 pf 95.36

Injection System

Subtransient Reactance

(X"d, Unsaturated = 0.126 p.u.)

Engine Speed

Subtransient Reactance

(X"d, Saturated = 0.123 p.u.)

1480 hp (1104 kWm)

50.3 liters (3,069 cu in)
MCRS
1200 rpm

Cooling.
Technical Data.

Ambient Design

Standard 50C, Optional 55C

Rating 1750 kVA (1225 kWe @ 0.7 pf)

Power Factor

This outline drawing is for reference only. See respective model

data sheet for specific model outline drawing number. Do not use
for installation design.

0.70

Voltage (Line-Neutral/Line-Line)

347/600 V

Current

1683 A

Frequency

60 Hz

Poles 6
Speed

1200 rpm

Overspeed Limit (60 Seconds)

Enclosure

125%
IP23 With Air Inlet Filter

Dimensions And Weights

(Without Cooling System).
Model Dim "A" Dim "B" Dim "C"

mm (in)
mm (in)
mm (in)

QSK50
DPM

5,159
(203.1)

2,040
(80.3)

1,756
(69.1)

Set dry

weight* kg (lb)

14,210
(31,261)

Note: Weights represent a set of standard features. See outline

drawings for weights of other configurations.
Cummins is a pioneer in product improvement. Thus, specifications
may change without notice. Illustrations may include optional
equipment.

Cummins Inc.
Box 3005
Columbus, IN47202-3005
U.S.A.
Phone: 1-800-DIESELS (1-800-343-7357)
Fax: 1-800-232-6393
Internet: cumminsengines.com
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Bulletin 4087173 Printed in U.S.A. Rev. 6/14
2014 Cummins Inc.