612-6820 Basic Turbocharger is a heavy-duty Cat turbocharger for 3516 engine applications on large off-highway trucks. It increases the amount of air entering the combustion chamber to support engine efficiency and power output. Cat designs and tests its turbochargers for extreme engine temperatures and pressures, while center-housing seal testing and dynamic balancing of rotating assemblies help support reliable operation. The cast iron and ductile iron construction is suited to demanding mining and heavy-earthmoving environments.
Basic Turbocharger: 612-6820 is a Cat turbocharger designed for 3516 engine applications used in large off-highway trucks.
Improved Engine Airflow: The turbocharger forces additional air into the engine combustion chamber, helping the engine burn fuel more effectively and support higher power output.
Heavy-Duty Construction: Cat identifies cast iron and ductile iron materials for the turbocharger, providing robust construction for demanding engine environments.
High-Temperature Performance: Designed and tested for the extreme temperatures and pressures encountered inside heavy-duty diesel engines.
Balanced Rotating Assembly: Cat turbochargers are dynamically balanced to support smooth and reliable operation of rotating components.
Sealing Reliability: Cat tests the center housing for seal integrity to help maintain proper turbocharger operation and prevent performance issues caused by sealing problems.
Mining Truck Application: Designed for demanding operating conditions found on large off-highway trucks working under continuous heavy loads.
Compatible Machine
The 612-6820 Basic Turbocharger is listed by Caterpillar for CAT 793 and 793D Off-Highway Trucks, with the part associated with 3516/3516E engine applications. Caterpillar notes that the part is used on certain 793B and 793D trucks equipped with 3516 engines. Machine configuration and serial number should be checked before ordering to ensure correct fitment.
Applications
Mining
Quarry
Construction
Heavy Earthmoving
Large Infrastructure Projects
The 612-6820 turbocharger is particularly suitable for large mining and hauling equipment where engines operate under high loads, elevated temperatures, and long continuous working cycles.
Why Choose YLCM?
20+ Years Experience – Professional experience in construction and mining machinery parts.
Large Warehouse – Extensive parts resources covering turbochargers, engines, drivetrain, hydraulic, electrical, and other components.
Fast Delivery – Efficient order processing for routine maintenance and urgent equipment repair.
Genuine & OEM Parts – Genuine, OEM, and quality aftermarket options available according to customer requirements.
Export to 60+ Countries – Supporting machinery customers and parts distributors worldwide.
Professional Technical Support – Assistance with part number verification, machine matching, and replacement selection.
Packaging
The 612-6820 turbocharger is professionally packed according to its structure and transportation requirements. Packaging can include heavy-duty wooden cases, export-standard wooden crates, standard export cartons, shock-proof protection, moisture-proof protection, anti-rust treatment, and secure fixing where appropriate. Proper packaging helps protect precision turbocharger components against impact, contamination, moisture, and handling damage during international transportation.
Shipping
YLCM provides flexible international logistics solutions according to destination, order quantity, cargo characteristics, and delivery requirements:
Sea Freight
Railway Transportation
Land Transportation
Multimodal Logistics Solutions
For mining machinery parts, transportation can be arranged according to the destination, cargo characteristics, required delivery schedule, and customer’s preferred logistics method.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1: What is 612-6820 used for? A: 612-6820 is a Basic Turbocharger used to force additional air into the engine combustion chamber, supporting engine efficiency and power output.
Q2: Which CAT machines use 612-6820? A: Caterpillar lists 793 and 793D Off-Highway Trucks among the compatible models, with applications involving 3516-series engines.
Q3: What engine is 612-6820 designed for? A: Cat identifies it as a turbocharger for the 3516 engine, with 3516E also appearing in the compatible model information.
Q4: What material is used in 612-6820? A: Caterpillar’s specifications identify cast iron for the body and ductile (spheroidal) iron among the listed materials.
Q5: Why is turbocharger balance important? A: A properly balanced rotating assembly helps support smooth operation and reliable performance at high rotational speeds.
Q6: Can you supply other turbocharger parts? A: Yes. YLCM can source turbocharger groups, cartridges, housings, gaskets, seals, oil lines, and other related engine components according to the required part number.
Q7: Can you verify compatibility before ordering? A: Yes. Please provide the machine model, serial number, engine model, part number, and required quantity so the application can be checked before quotation.
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Looking for 612-6820 Basic Turbocharger for CAT 793 or 793D? Send us the part number, machine model, serial number, engine model, and required quantity. YLCM can help verify the application, provide the latest quotation and availability, arrange export-standard packaging, and recommend suitable shipping solutions for your destination.
