BRAUN SSP15 Demolition Wire Saw
18 kW electric demolition wire-saw unit with 20 m patented wire-storage system, covering up to 10 m² per setup, 860 mm drill effective length, mounts on BRAUN drill rigs or wall-saw platforms.
SSP15 Seven-Dimension Rating
Ratings are based on official specifications, third-party field tests and engineer interviews, covering efficiency, accuracy, wire-break control, material compatibility, intelligence, energy saving and labor dependency.
SSP15 Specs & Parameters
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Main Motor Power | 18kW |
| Control System | automatic) |
| Work Envelope | Drill rig effective length 860 mm |
| Reference Price Range | Reference price on request |
SSP15 Editorial Review
Product Positioning: Large-Capacity Wire-Saw Base Unit for Large-Area Demolition
The SSP15 is BRAUN's 'large-storage' electric wire saw. Compared with the SSP12, power stays at 18 kW but wire storage grows from 12 m to 20 m, raising the cutting area per setup from 8 m² to 10 m². Like the SSP12 it mounts as a base unit on BRAUN drill rigs or wall-saw platforms.
This positioning suits large-area wall demolition, slab openings and industrial plant retrofitting that need longer wire loops or larger cutting sections without frequent splicing or storage-kit changes.
Key Specs
The 18 kW high-frequency drive is the same as the SSP12's, sufficient to drive a 20 m wire loop while maintaining stable cutting force. Continuously variable speed lets operators optimize output for different concrete strengths and rebar densities. The 860 mm drill effective length (vs. 800 mm on the SSP12) gives the feed mechanism slightly more travel.
The 20 m wire storage is the SSP15's core advantage. For large-perimeter single openings or long-wall cuts, a 20 m loop reduces the need to shorten and splice the wire, lowering breakage risk at splice weak points and improving job continuity.
Cutting Performance and Material Compatibility
The SSP15 shares the same efficiency and material-compatibility scores as the SSP12 (7.5/7.2), indicating the same technology platform with differences mainly in storage capacity and section size. A 10 m² cutting area is large for a modular electric wire saw and covers most building retrofitting and industrial demolition scenarios.
Accuracy and wire-break control at 6.8 match demolition-grade positioning. The uniform-load design of the large storage system helps reduce local wire fatigue, but longer loops make tension-system response and control more demanding, requiring greater operator experience.
Who It Suits: BRAUN Platform Users Needing Large-Section Wire-Saw Capability
The SSP15 is best for contractors who already own BRAUN drill rigs or wall saws and regularly take on large-area demolition jobs. The 20 m storage and 10 m² cutting area reduce wire-change time and improve machine utilization.
If your work is mainly small openings or partial demolition, the SSP15's large storage is underutilized and the SSP12 or SSP2.0 are more economical. Without a BRAUN platform, evaluate whether the total investment is justified.
Four Pre-Purchase Reminders
- Platform and interface: the SSP15 requires a BRAUN drill rig or wall saw; confirm model compatibility, load capacity and electrical interfaces.
- Compare with SSP12/SSP15 Hydraulic: choose SSP12 if 20 m storage is unnecessary, or SSP15 Hydraulic if an on-site hydraulic power pack is already available.
- Confirm missing parameters: official specs omit wire speed, weight and dimensions; request a full datasheet to evaluate transport, lifting and platform loads.
- Large-storage maintenance: a 20 m loop's storage pulleys and guide wheels may wear faster than smaller-storage models, so factor this into the annual maintenance plan.
SSP15 Pros & Cons
Pros
- 18kW electric drive for cutting areas up to 10m²
- 20m wire storage reduces wire changes/shortening
- Low weight, fast setup and long maintenance intervals
Cons
- Official sources do not publish wire speed, overall weight or dimensions
- Still positioned for construction demolition/concrete cutting; no stone-processing models
SSP15 Comparison
Compare SSP15 with other models in the same category to help you choose based on application and budget.
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Axes
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About BRAUN
BRAUN Maschinenfabrik is an Austrian family-owned manufacturer founded in 1848 and headquartered in Vöcklabruck, Upper Austria. The company operates in four fields: hydro steel structures, steel cutting/grinding machines, concrete cutting/drilling machines, and nuclear decommissioning technologies. Its wire saw portfolio (SSP2.0, SSP12, SSP15, SSP15 Hydraulic and wire-storage kits) features a patented wire-storage system and is mainly used for cutting and demolishing concrete, reinforced concrete and masonry structures, sold globally via the Austrian headquarters, USA and China subsidiaries, and distribution partners.
SSP15 Buyer FAQ
The SSP15 is for large-area demolition and retrofitting of concrete, reinforced concrete and masonry. Its 20 m wire storage covers larger-perimeter sections with fewer wire changes.
Both the SSP15 and SSP12 are 18 kW, but the SSP15 stores 20 m of wire covering approx. 10 m², while the SSP12 stores 12 m covering approx. 8 m². For large-area demolition the SSP15 is better; for medium-scale work the SSP12 is more economical.
The SSP15 has electric tool drive plus electric feed. The SSP15 Hydraulic has hydraulic tool drive plus electric feed and can use an existing BRAUN hydraulic power pack. If no hydraulic pack is on site, the SSP15 is simpler; if one is available, the Hydraulic version avoids duplicate power-system investment.
Like the SSP12, BRAUN's website highlights power, wire storage, cutting area and drive-wheel diameter. Full specifications require a distributor datasheet. Because the SSP15 is a modular base unit, actual weight also depends on the attached platform.
The SSP15 must be mounted on a compatible BRAUN drill rig or wall-saw platform with 860 mm drill effective length. The platform must provide adequate load capacity, feed travel and electrical/control interfaces. Confirm the compatibility list with BRAUN before purchase.
The 20 m storage covers approx. 10 m², meaning large-perimeter wall openings, slab openings or long-wall cuts can be completed in one pass. This reduces wire shortening, splicing and changeovers, improving continuity and lowering breakage risk at splices.
Large storage-system pulleys, guide wheels and rope grooves may wear faster than on smaller-storage models, requiring more frequent checks of wire-load uniformity and groove condition. High-frequency motor cooling and control-cable connections are also maintenance priorities.
If you do not have a BRAUN platform, consider standalone demolition wire saws such as the Tyrolit WCE18/WCE30 or Husqvarna CS2512. For more power or hydraulic drive within the BRAUN range, the SSP15 Hydraulic is the upgrade. Chinese high-power saws are more competitive on price.
SSP15 Buying Recommendation
The BRAUN SSP15 is the large-storage model in BRAUN's electric wire-saw line.
Its 18 kW high-frequency drive and 20 m patented wire-storage system cover about 10 m², suiting contractors who already own BRAUN drill rigs or wall saws and regularly handle large-area demolition. It shares the same technology platform as the SSP12; the choice depends mainly on typical project scale. But official specs are limited and the machine depends on a BRAUN platform, so evaluate compatibility and total cost of ownership carefully before purchase.
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