What engine does the PD100-01 use?

The Perkins 1104D-E44TAG2 — a 4.4-liter, four-cylinder electronically injected turbocharged and charge-air-cooled diesel rated for this 100 kWe standby application. This is the same engine used in the PD80-01 at a higher output rating, operating closer to its peak mechanical capability. The PD100-01 uses a larger Stamford UCI274C alternator (274 frame) compared to the UCI224G in the PD80-01. It is EPA Tier 3 certified for stationary emergency use. Rated power is available up to 3,281 ft (1,000 m) at ambient temperatures to 122°F (50°C).

What controller does the PD100-01 use?

The DSE DCP7310 Digital Control Panel, with CAN Bus J1939 engine communication, digital metering, RS-485 interface, 8 programmable contact inputs, 10 contact outputs, and NFPA 110 Level 1 compatibility. It is cULus Listed and CE Approved with IP 65 ingress protection (with supplied gasket).

How does the PD100-01 compare to the PD80-01 and PD125-01?

The PD80-01 and PD100-01 both use the 1104D-E44TAG2 on the same 90×44 in skid — the PD100-01 produces 100 kWe vs 80 kWe through a higher-rated UCI274C alternator (2,500 lbs vs 2,425 lbs). The engine's heat rejection profile is identical between the two: 188,220 BTU/hr to coolant, 714 CFM exhaust at 1,218°F. The PD125-01 moves to the 6-cylinder 7.01-liter 1106D-E70TAG2 platform on a larger 110×54 in footprint (3,700 lbs, 9.58 gph full load).

What are the ventilation requirements for an indoor PD100-01 installation?

The PD100-01 requires 7,703 CFM of radiator cooling airflow — notably higher than the PD80-01 (6,502 CFM) despite sharing the same engine, due to the higher connected load. Combustion air requirement is 312 CFM. Heat radiated to ambient is 124,560 BTU/hr; the coolant circuit rejects 188,220 BTU/hr. Exhaust exits at 1,218°F at 714 CFM. For fuel planning: at full load (7.64 gph), a 500-gallon tank provides approximately 65 hours of runtime.

What engine does the PD100-01 use?

The Perkins 1104D-E44TAG2 — a 4.4-liter, four-cylinder electronically injected turbocharged and charge-air-cooled diesel rated for this 100 kWe standby application. This is the same engine used in the PD80-01 at a higher output rating, operating closer to its peak mechanical capability. The PD100-01 uses a larger Stamford UCI274C alternator (274 frame) compared to the UCI224G in the PD80-01. It is EPA Tier 3 certified for stationary emergency use. Rated power is available up to 3,281 ft (1,000 m) at ambient temperatures to 122°F (50°C).

What controller does the PD100-01 use?

The DSE DCP7310 Digital Control Panel, with CAN Bus J1939 engine communication, digital metering, RS-485 interface, 8 programmable contact inputs, 10 contact outputs, and NFPA 110 Level 1 compatibility. It is cULus Listed and CE Approved with IP 65 ingress protection (with supplied gasket).

How does the PD100-01 compare to the PD80-01 and PD125-01?

The PD80-01 and PD100-01 both use the 1104D-E44TAG2 on the same 90×44 in skid — the PD100-01 produces 100 kWe vs 80 kWe through a higher-rated UCI274C alternator (2,500 lbs vs 2,425 lbs). The engine's heat rejection profile is identical between the two: 188,220 BTU/hr to coolant, 714 CFM exhaust at 1,218°F. The PD125-01 moves to the 6-cylinder 7.01-liter 1106D-E70TAG2 platform on a larger 110×54 in footprint (3,700 lbs, 9.58 gph full load).

What are the ventilation requirements for an indoor PD100-01 installation?

The PD100-01 requires 7,703 CFM of radiator cooling airflow — notably higher than the PD80-01 (6,502 CFM) despite sharing the same engine, due to the higher connected load. Combustion air requirement is 312 CFM. Heat radiated to ambient is 124,560 BTU/hr; the coolant circuit rejects 188,220 BTU/hr. Exhaust exits at 1,218°F at 714 CFM. For fuel planning: at full load (7.64 gph), a 500-gallon tank provides approximately 65 hours of runtime.

Blue Star Power Systems · Diesel Product Line (Perkins)

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Blue Star PD100-01

Name: Blue Star PD100-01
Brand: Blue Star Power Systems
Availability: PreOrder

100 kW standby · Diesel · Liquid-cooled

100 kW Tier 3 diesel standby generator built by Blue Star Power Systems. Perkins 1104D-E44TAG2 turbocharged intercooled engine, Stamford UCI274C alternator, DSE DCP7310 controller.

Blue Star PD100-01

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Standby power: 100 kW
Voltage options: 120/240V, 120/208V, 277/480V, 347/600V
Frequency / Phase: 60 Hz · 1/3-phase
Engine: Perkins 1104D-E44TAG2 · 4.4L
EPA / Emissions: Tier 3
Alternator: Stamford UCI274C

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Overview#

The Blue Star PD100-01 is a 100-kilowatt Tier 3 diesel standby generator powered by the Perkins 1104D-E44TAG2, a 4.4-liter electronically injected turbocharged and charge-air-cooled four-cylinder engine — pushed to its peak standby output. It shares the 90×44 in equipment pad with the PD80-01, making it a direct power upgrade for sites where 80 kW is insufficient.

Blue Star Power Systems (North Mankato, Minnesota) pairs the 1104D-E44TAG2 with a Stamford UCI274C alternator (stepping up from the UCI224 frame to the 274 frame) and DSE DCP7310 controller. At 2,500 lbs, the PD100-01 is only 75 lbs heavier than the PD80-01, meaning equipment rooms designed for either model can accept the other without structural modification.

The 1104D-E44TAG2 at Peak Output#

At 100 kWe, the 1104D-E44TAG2 is running at its peak rated standby capacity for this configuration. The engine's thermal profile is identical to the PD80-01 — same coolant heat rejection, same exhaust conditions — because the added load is absorbed by the larger alternator rather than increased engine output. This means the 100 kWe rating is achieved through a higher-rated generator rather than a fundamentally different engine calibration, and the engine service experience mirrors the PD80-01 closely.

When to spec the PD100-01#

80–100 kW emergency standby loads on diesel fuel
Sites with an established 90×44 in equipment pad upgrading from 80 kW
Light-industrial, commercial, and municipal applications with Tier 3 acceptance
Competitive bids against a Kohler 100REOZK or Cummins C100D6 on a Perkins-powered option

Our service experience#

Because the PD100-01 runs the 1104D-E44TAG2 near its peak output, we recommend load bank testing at commissioning and at each annual service. Fuel consumption at 75% load (6.24 gph) compared to full load (7.64 gph) shows good load efficiency; the unit performs well at partial load. Follow the Perkins 1100D generator series service schedule and inspect the intercooler connections annually.

Engineering specifications

Physical

Length: 90 in
Width: 44 in
Height: 60 in
Dry weight: 2,500 lb

Acoustic

Sound @ 7m, full load: 82 dBA
Enclosure: Open

Fuel system & runtime

Fuel use @ full load: 7.64 GPH
Fuel use @ 75% load: 6.24 GPH
Fuel use @ 50% load: 4.59 GPH

Thermal & ventilation

Heat to coolant: 188,220 BTU/hr
Heat radiated: 124,560 BTU/hr
Exhaust flow: 714 CFM
Exhaust temp: 1218 °F
Combustion air: 312 CFM
Ventilation air: 7,703 CFM

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Estimated runtime

33.9 hours(1.4 days)

Fuel consumption ≈ 5.89 GPH at 75% load. Estimate based on industry-typical 1800 RPM standby curves (≈0.07 GPH/kW at full load). Actual consumption varies by engine, ambient temperature, fuel quality, and tuning.

Service intervals

Manufacturer-recommended intervals for the Blue Star PD100-01 under standby duty. Field intervals may differ based on load profile, ambient conditions, and fuel quality.

Oil & filter: Every 500 hours or 12 months
Coolant change: Every 6000 hours
Air filter: Every 1000 hours
Fuel filter: Every 500 hours
Major overhaul: ≈ 20,000 hours
Load bank test: Every 12 months

Common failure modes

What we've seen fail on this platform. Use as a service-planning reference, not a diagnostic — actual failure modes depend heavily on duty cycle and maintenance history.

Component	Symptom	Typical hours	Severity
Fuel quality / degradation	Hard starting, filter clogging, reduced power	4,380+	moderate
Turbocharger	Power loss, excessive smoke under load	12,000+	moderate
Battery	Failed to start, slow crank	8,760+	minor

Frequently Asked Questions

What engine does the PD100-01 use?: The Perkins 1104D-E44TAG2 — a 4.4-liter, four-cylinder electronically injected turbocharged and charge-air-cooled diesel rated for this 100 kWe standby application. This is the same engine used in the PD80-01 at a higher output rating, operating closer to its peak mechanical capability. The PD100-01 uses a larger Stamford UCI274C alternator (274 frame) compared to the UCI224G in the PD80-01. It is EPA Tier 3 certified for stationary emergency use. Rated power is available up to 3,281 ft (1,000 m) at ambient temperatures to 122°F (50°C).
What controller does the PD100-01 use?: The DSE DCP7310 Digital Control Panel, with CAN Bus J1939 engine communication, digital metering, RS-485 interface, 8 programmable contact inputs, 10 contact outputs, and NFPA 110 Level 1 compatibility. It is cULus Listed and CE Approved with IP 65 ingress protection (with supplied gasket).
How does the PD100-01 compare to the PD80-01 and PD125-01?: The PD80-01 and PD100-01 both use the 1104D-E44TAG2 on the same 90×44 in skid — the PD100-01 produces 100 kWe vs 80 kWe through a higher-rated UCI274C alternator (2,500 lbs vs 2,425 lbs). The engine's heat rejection profile is identical between the two: 188,220 BTU/hr to coolant, 714 CFM exhaust at 1,218°F. The PD125-01 moves to the 6-cylinder 7.01-liter 1106D-E70TAG2 platform on a larger 110×54 in footprint (3,700 lbs, 9.58 gph full load).
What are the ventilation requirements for an indoor PD100-01 installation?: The PD100-01 requires 7,703 CFM of radiator cooling airflow — notably higher than the PD80-01 (6,502 CFM) despite sharing the same engine, due to the higher connected load. Combustion air requirement is 312 CFM. Heat radiated to ambient is 124,560 BTU/hr; the coolant circuit rejects 188,220 BTU/hr. Exhaust exits at 1,218°F at 714 CFM. For fuel planning: at full load (7.64 gph), a 500-gallon tank provides approximately 65 hours of runtime.

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