

Demolishing thick reinforced concrete presents a serious challenge. Jackhammers take too long. Explosives damage surrounding structures. Traditional blade saws cannot reach deep enough. When you need to cut through bridge piers, dock foundations, or underwater concrete piles, most tools simply cannot do the job. A hydraulic wire saw solves this problem. This equipment uses a continuous loop of diamond-embedded wire to slice through reinforced concrete, steel, and stone with minimal vibration and precise control. The hydraulic power station drives the system, delivering consistent torque even under heavy loads.
A diamond wire saw for metal operates on a straightforward principle. The hydraulic pump station generates oil pressure that drives a hydraulic motor. This motor turns a drive wheel, which moves a continuous loop of diamond wire at high speed. Guide wheels control the wire’s direction, allowing the operator to cut from virtually any angle. The diamond beads along the wire do the cutting. Each meter of wire carries 40 diamond-impregnated beads. As the wire moves at high speed, these beads grind through concrete and rebar. The result is a clean, precise cut with minimal vibration and no structural damage to surrounding areas.
Hydraulic Wire Saw Technical Specifications
| Wire Saw Wheel | Parameters | Hydraulic Pump Station | Parameters |
| Wire Drive Mode | hydraulic | Rated Output Power | 22/25KW |
| Model Type | HM-40/80 | Working Voltage | 380v 50Hz |
| Minimum Input Power | 25HP/33HP | Hydraulic Pump Station | Gear pump |
| Output Shaft Speed | 350/940/1300r/min | Motor Working Flow | 40-100L/min |
| Maximum Wire Length | 18m | Working Pressure | 15-20Mpa |
| Feeding Method | Fully hydraulic | Oil Tank Volume | 16L |
| Wire Saw Wheel | 64kg | Weight | 98kg |
| Motor Weight | 13kg | Dimension(mm) | 650*550*1150 |
| Cutting Type | Transverse and longitudinal cutting | ||


Main Applications of Hydraulic Wire Saw
This high-power static cutting equipment targets heavy structural modification and demolition projects that require vibration-free cutting, covering four core high-demand construction sectors:
- Bridge and pier reconstruction: Static cutting of thick concrete bridge piers, bridge decks and support structures during road renovation, avoiding vibration damage to reserved bridge sections.
- Port and offshore platform maintenance: Cutting underwater concrete piles and dock platform components, the portable diamond wire saw works perfectly in submerged environments where wall saw machines cannot operate.
- Industrial plant structural demolition: Removing heavy reinforced concrete foundations, steel support beams and embedded metal frames inside old factories, ideal for irregular curved cutting tasks.
- Municipal building renovation: Removing oversized load-bearing walls, basement concrete slabs and elevator shaft expansion on commercial and residential renovation projects.
6 Advantages of YG Hydraulic Wire Saw
- Strong Hydraulic Power Output: The matched hydraulic pump station provides 15-20Mpa adjustable working pressure and 40-100L/min variable oil flow, delivering stable torque for long-hour heavy cutting tasks. Imported German and Italian core hydraulic components reduce breakdown rates during non-stop daily operation.
- Multi-directional 360° Cutting Flexibility: The universal adjustable rack supports transverse, longitudinal and curved cutting, solving complex irregular structure cutting challenges that wall saws cannot handle. The maximum supported wire length reaches 18 meters to adapt to extra-thick concrete walls and large bridge pier sections.
- Underwater Cutting Compatibility: The fully sealed hydraulic motor and pump station design enable stable submerged cutting, a key advantage over wall saws and electric wire saws limited to dry-land operation. This makes the machine indispensable for marine and underwater pile demolition projects.
- Two Interchangeable Diamond Wire Types: 11.5 mm sintered diamond wire for standard concrete cutting, with 40 diamond beads per meter; 10.5mm brazed diamond wire for metal and steel cutting. Each 50m wire reel comes with free wire connectors and supporting hydraulic crimping pliers.
- Low Vibration Static Cutting Process: No impact hammering during cutting, eliminating micro-cracks on reserved load-bearing structures and fully complying with building safety standards for renovation demolition projects.
- Easy Maintenance & Replaceable Consumables: Primary wearing parts are wire saw wheel rubber rings and diamond wire; spare wire and rubber components can be quickly replaced on-site without complex professional tools, minimizing project downtime.


Standard Complete Equipment Configuration Breakdown
Every full YG portable diamond wire saw kit is delivered with all essential accessories for immediate on-site assembly and operation; customers only need to prepare extra diamond wire according to the project cutting area:
- Hydraulic power pump station (22/25KW, 98kg weight, 6505501150mm dimension)
- HM-40/80 hydraulic wire saw wheel rack unit (64kg wheel, 13kg hydraulic motor)
- Four pieces of 10-meter hydraulic oil hoses for pump station connection
- Hydraulic crimping pliers for wire joint installation
- Complete dedicated maintenance toolbox for daily equipment inspection
- Storage pulley for wire winding and storage during transport
Hydraulic Wire Saw VS Electric Wire Saw Comparison Guide
Many buyers struggle to choose between hydraulic and electric wire saw models; a clear performance comparison helps match equipment to project scale:
Hydraulic Wire Saw :
- Power source: Independent hydraulic pump station drive, high torque output
- Performance: Heavy load resistance, supports 8 square meters of cutting area per hour, suitable for all-day continuous heavy industrial demolition
- Working scenarios: Large bridge, underwater, thick concrete and metal cutting long-term engineering projects
- Core components: Imported European hydraulic parts for stable heavy-duty performance
Electric Wire Saw:
- Power source: Direct electric motor drive without separate pump station
- Performance: Limited torque, only fits light, short-term small-scale cutting tasks
- Working scenarios: Minor indoor renovation, thin wall small hole opening, occasional short-time jobs
- Limitation: Cannot support underwater cutting, prone to overheating during long continuous operation
For contractors running full-time demolition businesses, a hydraulic wire saw is the more cost-effective long-term investment, while an electric wire saw only fits occasional small residential renovation tasks.


FAQs About Diamond Wire Saw For Metal
A: Yes. The fully sealed hydraulic motor and pump station design support stable submerged cutting, making it the ideal choice for underwater concrete pile and dock platform demolition jobs, unlike wall saw machines limited to dry ground.
A: Under standard conditions, the portable diamond wire saw can cut approximately 8 square meters of concrete per hour. Cutting granite stone delivers 2-3 times faster speed than standard reinforced concrete.
A: Concrete wire adopts a sintered craft, 11.5mm diameter with 40 diamond beads per meter. Metal cutting wire uses a brazed craft with a 10.5 mm diameter, designed for steel and heavy rebar removal tasks.
A: The replaceable vulnerable parts are the rubber rings on the drive and idler pulleys, plus all types of diamond wire, which are standard consumables for all cutting projects.
A: Wire segments are linked via dedicated metal connectors. Each wire reel comes with a free pack of matching connectors, and the supporting hydraulic crimping pliers included in the kit fasten connectors securely.
A: The HM-40/80 wire saw wheel unit supports a maximum diamond wire length of 18 meters for large cross-section structural cutting work.
Diamond Wire Saw Price – YG Machinery
For contractors who regularly handle bridge demolition, underwater cutting, or heavy infrastructure work, the YG hydraulic wire saw delivers the power and reliability needed to get the job done. For occasional or light-duty work, the electric wire saw may be a more cost-effective option. Contact us with your project requirements—material type, thickness, and site conditions. We will recommend the right model for your operation. Get a free quote for your diamond wire saw price today.


