Remanufactured Caterpillar ECMs and Their Benefits

If you’re purchasing a CAT ECM for the first time, you’re probably not sure about how much it costs, and if you should invest in a used, new or remanufactured unit. You need an ECM that’s not only perfectly compatible with your Caterpillar engine but is also capable of performing in harsh working environments and extreme weather conditions.

Over the course of this blog post, we’ll discuss why a remanufactured Caterpillar ECM is the best option for you.

A Remanufactured CAT ECM Provides the Biggest Bang for Your Buck

Brand new CAT ECMs can be quite expensive and buying one will have a major impact on your budget for equipment or industrial vehicles. For instance, a new CAT C15 ECM will cost you north of $3,000. Chances are that you’ve already spent a fortune at troubleshooting costs and replacing other components.

Moreover, brand new CAT ECMs don’t come with pre-installed firmware. This means you have to spend extra on ECM programming and calibration.

A remanufactured CAT ECM costs around 25-50% less compared to a brand new module. Moreover, the remanufactured units we provide at CATECM come pre-programmed for plug-and-play installation.

But what about used Caterpillar ECMs? Aren’t they even cheaper than remanufactured units? Well, they are. But with used modules, you generally don’t get any warranties or guarantees in terms of the products reliability. CATECM’s remanufactured units, on the other hand, come with a one-year warranty, which means you won’t have to spend even a dime over the initial purchase if there are any issues.

CAT ECM Availability

If you have an old Caterpillar engine, it can be quite difficult to find an ECM that’s compatible with it and matches its specific code. Manufacturers generally stop producing spare components for an engine within a decade after its production ends. Moreover, tightening emissions regulations are making it increasingly difficult and expensive to maintain older engines.

However, remanufactured components for older engines help in keeping these older, more powerful engines on the road. The Caterpillar 3406E engine is a great example.  It’s known for being extremely reliable and can easily handle 500 hp+ of power.

Here at CATECM, ECMs for older Caterpillar engines, like the 3406E are easily available.

If you’re looking to purchase an ECM for your Caterpillar engine, CATECM is one of the leading providers of remanufactured Caterpillar ECMs. We also offer ECM repair and reprogramming services. Get in touch with us to learn more.