Husqvarna CS 2512 Hydraulic Demolition Wire Saw
20 kW hydraulic modular demolition wire saw used with the PP 455 E power pack, floor- or wall-mountable, with two wire speeds of 20/25 m/s and a 150 kg body for medium-to-large concrete and steel demolition.
CS 2512 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.
CS 2512 Specs & Parameters
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Wire Speed Range | 20 / 25 m/s (two-speed) |
| Main Motor Power | 20 kW |
| Control System | hydraulic automatic feed, adjustable pressure valvecontrols cutting with wire tension |
| Machine Weight | 150 kg |
| Dimensions | Approx. 1100 × 750 × 900 mm |
| Reference Price Range | Reference price on request |
CS 2512 Editorial Review
Product Positioning: Hydraulic Wire Saw for Medium-to-Large Demolition Sites
The CS 2512 is Husqvarna Construction's hydraulic wire saw, paired with the PP 455 E hydraulic power pack. Unlike the CS 10 high-frequency electric wire-saw module, the CS 2512 is a standalone main unit that can be floor- or wall-mounted and driven by a hydraulic motor, cutting steel, concrete, masonry and other building materials.
It targets medium-to-large deep cutting: bridges, foundations, thick walls, nuclear or industrial decommissioning. The modular structure allows quick assembly/disassembly and transport; at 150 kg the main unit is relatively light for its class, suiting rental companies and demolition contractors that move equipment frequently.
Key Specs
The 20 kW hydraulic output gives the wire saw enough torque reserve to avoid stalling when cutting reinforced concrete or steel. Two-speed wire drive at 20/25 m/s lets operators choose lower speed for abrasive concrete or longer wire life, or higher speed for softer materials.
At 150 kg and roughly 1100×750×900 mm, two workers can carry and install it on scaffolding, wall brackets or ground rails. Control uses hydraulic automatic feed with an adjustable pressure valve managing both cutting feed and wire tension, requiring moderate operator experience with hydraulic systems.
Cutting Performance and Material Compatibility
Scores of efficiency 8.0 and material compatibility 7.6 are solid. A 20 kW hydraulic drive has better overload tolerance than an electric equivalent; the relief valve protects against sudden loads from dense rebar or hard aggregate, reducing the risk of jamming or motor burn-out.
Accuracy and wire-break control around 7.3 are acceptable for demolition, where ±several-centimeter tolerance is usually allowed and the goal is sectioning rather than surface finish. The intelligence score of 6.8 indicates traditional hydraulic control without CNC path planning or automatic profiling, so complex shapes need more manual intervention.
Who It Suits: Demolition Contractors, Rental Fleets and Infrastructure Decommissioning
If you are in building demolition, bridge retrofitting, industrial decommissioning or nuclear/marine concrete cutting, the CS 2512 is worth evaluating. Its hydraulic drive, modular mounting and Husqvarna global service network suit European and North American projects where reliability, spare-parts supply and after-sales response matter.
For small-to-medium demolition companies, the 150 kg main unit is easier to site than larger electric saws. But for stone processing, block squaring or quarrying, this machine is not suitable because its tensioning, guide structure and control logic are optimized for building-material demolition.
Four Pre-Purchase Reminders
- Confirm power pack compatibility: CS 2512 requires the PP 455 E hydraulic power pack. Verify flow and pressure ratings and calculate total rental or purchase cost.
- Match diamond wire to the job: concrete, steel and masonry demand different bead hardness and spacing; request case studies and recommended wire specs from the distributor.
- Limited published depth/accuracy: official specs omit max cutting depth and accuracy; if tender documents require these, request a full datasheet.
- Service radius and spares: Husqvarna's network is dense in Europe and North America but may rely on local agents in parts of Asia/Africa; confirm spare-part stock and engineer response times.
CS 2512 Pros & Cons
Pros
- 20 kW hydraulic power with PP 455 E power pack handles medium-to-large concrete and steel demolition
- 150 kg modular unit can be floor- or wall-mounted for flexible jobsite relocation
- Supports vertical/horizontal setup with swivel pulleys for complex cutting angles
Cons
- Requires external PP 455 E hydraulic power pack and hose routing on site
- Designed for building demolition only, not stone quarrying, block squaring or CNC profiling
CS 2512 Comparison
Compare CS 2512 with other models in the same category to help you choose based on application and budget.
| Dimension | CS 2512 This Model |
vs | CS 10 |
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Power
Main motor power
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20 kWBaseline
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25 hpWorse
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Wire Speed
Wire speed / bead diameter
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20 / 25 m/s (two-speed)Baseline
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s）Worse
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Work Envelope
Maximum work envelope
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Not disclosedBaseline
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Not disclosed
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Precision
Industrial tolerance control
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Not disclosedBaseline
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vs |
Not disclosed
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Axes
Number of interpolated axes
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Not disclosedBaseline
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vs |
Not disclosed
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Weight
Machine weight
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150 kgBaseline
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100 kg (wire saw main unit body)Worse
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Dimensions
Length × width × height
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Approx. 1100 × 750 × 900 mmBaseline
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Approx. 1200 × 800 × 5400 mm (including column)Better
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Control
CNC system and software
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hydraulic automatic feed, adjustable pressure valvecontrols cutting with wire tensionBaseline
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Wireless remote control (requires WS 482 HF or WS 440 HF wall saw system)
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About Husqvarna
Founded in 1689 and headquartered in Stockholm, Sweden, Husqvarna is a global engineering group active in outdoor power products, garden watering, and light construction equipment. Its Construction division offers power cutters, wall saws, wire saws, demolition robots, and diamond tools. The official website confirms only two wire saw machines—CS 10 (high-frequency electric, requires WS 482 HF/WS 440 HF wall saw) and CS 2512 (hydraulic, 20 kW)—both designed for concrete and reinforced-concrete demolition, not for stone quarrying or stone profiling. Husqvarna also supplies stone diamond wires through its Diamant Boart business, but not stone wire saw machines.
CS 2512 Buyer FAQ
The CS 2512 is designed for demolition cutting of steel, concrete, reinforced concrete, masonry, thick walls, foundations and bridges. Different diamond-wire bead hardnesses let it switch between hard concrete and steel.
The CS 2512 is a standalone hydraulic wire saw used with the PP 455 E power pack. The CS 10 is a high-frequency electric wire-saw module that must be combined with the WS 482 HF / WS 440 HF wall-saw system. The CS 2512 suits medium-to-large deep cutting, while the CS 10 fits integrated wall-and-wire projects from small to large.
Demolition wire-saw cutting depth depends heavily on on-site wire-loop rigging, pulley count and workpiece thickness, while accuracy is typically measured in ±centimeter tolerance acceptable for demolition. Manufacturers therefore usually publish main-unit parameters such as power, wire speed and weight. For tendering, request a full datasheet and case studies from the distributor.
The CS 2512 must be used with the Husqvarna PP 455 E hydraulic power pack. Confirm that the power pack's flow and pressure output meet the CS 2512's requirements, and consider hydraulic hose length, oil capacity and maintenance intervals.
The CS 2512 is a modular mobile machine and does not need a dedicated foundation like stationary stone wire saws. It can be floor- or wall-mounted, but requires reliable anchoring or bracketing and must remain stable during cutting.
Maintenance focuses on hydraulic oil and filter changes, diamond-wire and guide-wheel inspection, seal and hydraulic fitting leak checks, and regular cleaning of radiators and tensioning mechanisms. Budget for annual hydraulic-system servicing.
Comparable hydraulic or electric demolition wire saws include the Tyrolit WCE18/WCE30, BRAUN SSP15/SSP15 Hydraulic and several Chinese hydraulic demolition saws. European brands lead in service and modularity, while Chinese brands compete on price and local service. Choose based on project scale, service radius and total cost of ownership.
No. The CS 2512 is a building-demolition machine; its tensioning, guide structure and control logic are optimized for concrete and steel, not for stone block squaring, quarrying or CNC profiling. Use a dedicated stone wire saw for those applications.
CS 2512 Buying Recommendation
The Husqvarna CS 2512 is a well-focused, compact hydraulic demolition wire saw.
With 20 kW hydraulic power and the PP 455 E power pack, it handles medium-to-large concrete, steel and foundation demolition, especially for contractors and rental fleets that value brand reputation, global service and modular relocation. It is not a stone wire saw and cannot be used for block squaring or quarrying, and official specs are limited, so confirm power pack matching, diamond wire selection and service coverage before purchasing.
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