New Aztec Sidewinder 24" Sapphire [2 Batteries] Floor Stripper/Edger
Our Take (from the SES Sales Team)
“The Sidewinder has been Aztec's stripping workhorse for years, and the Sapphire puts that same planetary head on lithium battery power. That is a big deal for strip jobs in occupied schools, healthcare and retail, where a propane machine is not welcome. Three 10 in heavy duty strip brushes spin counterclockwise at 925 rpm while the head turns clockwise at 300 rpm, so the brushes scour from two directions with no side torque and no strip shadows. Head pressure runs from about 210 to 265 lb with the extra weight Aztec includes, and Aztec rates it at 12,000 sq ft per hour with 7 to 10 layers of wax removed in one pass. Power comes from a 1.2 kWh LiFePO4 battery and a 48 V BLDC motor with an intelligent controller, at about 70 dB with zero emissions. This package includes two batteries, so the operator can swap in a fresh one and keep stripping. If your crew strips VCT or terrazzo indoors, it is worth a close look.”
A battery-powered planetary stripper with a swap-in second battery
The Aztec Sidewinder Sapphire is a 24 in battery-powered floor stripping machine for deep scrubbing and fast stripping of VCT, terrazzo and close-fitted tile. Its planetary head carries three counter-rotating 10 in heavy duty strip brushes, and Aztec rates it at 12,000 sq ft per hour, removing 7 to 10 layers of wax in one pass.
This package comes with two 1.2 kWh LiFePO4 lithium batteries. The batteries are swappable, so a charged battery can go in while the other charges. A USA designed 48 V BLDC motor with an intelligent motor controller drives the head, with zero emissions and a sound level of about 70 dB.
Condition: New.
What you get
The Sidewinder head on battery power
How the planetary head strips
Features
Built for indoor strip jobs
- ✓Zero emissions and whisper quiet operation, at about 70 dB
- ✓Strips 7 to 10 layers of wax in one pass, per Aztec
- ✓Planetary brush drive eliminates strip shadows and side torque
- ✓Floating head design lets the brushes follow irregular surfaces
- ✓Rugged, all-steel construction with a UL and CSA approved power system
Productivity
How the Sidewinder Sapphire compares
| Machine | Coverage |
|---|---|
| 20 in electric stripper | 1,333 sq ft/hr |
| 30 in dual brush propane stripper | 11,000 sq ft/hr |
| 24 in Aztec Sidewinder Sapphire | 12,000 sq ft/hr |
These are the comparison figures Aztec publishes on its Sidewinder Sapphire sell sheet. Actual coverage depends on the finish, the chemical and the brushes used.
Specifications
Aztec Sidewinder Sapphire 24 in at a glance
| Models | Sidewinder Sapphire 24 in, 2 batteries |
|---|---|
| Stripping path | 24 in (61 cm) drive assembly |
| Productivity | Up to 12,000 sq ft/hr |
| Motor | USA designed and engineered 48 V BLDC, 3,100 rpm, intelligent motor controller |
| Brushes | 3 x 10 in (25 cm) heavy duty strip brush assemblies |
| Brush speed | 925 rpm (counterclockwise) |
| Brush drive speed | 300 rpm (clockwise) |
| Head pressure | Approx. 210 to 265 lb (95 to 120 kg) |
| Battery | 1.2 kWh LiFePO4 lithium, swappable, quick charge |
| Batteries in this package | 2 |
| Battery life | Approx. 4,000 cycles |
| Power system | UL and CSA approved |
| Sound level | Approx. 70 dB |
| Machine weight | Approx. 445 lb (202 kg) with battery and charger |
| Shipping dimensions | 56 x 36 x 48 in (142 x 91 x 122 cm) |
| Shipping weight | Approx. 495 lb (225 kg) |
| Model Numbers | 01024-S (Sidewinder Sapphire 24 in, 2 batteries) |
Technical specs may include optional equipment that is not included with all units.
Questions
Aztec Sidewinder Sapphire: common questions
Can I use it indoors while the building is occupied?
The Sidewinder Sapphire runs on lithium batteries with zero emissions, and Aztec rates its sound level at about 70 dB, which makes it a better fit than propane for occupied buildings.
How many coats of finish will it remove?
Aztec says it strips 7 to 10 layers of wax in one pass. Results depend on the finish, the chemical and the brushes used.
Why two batteries?
Aztec builds the Sidewinder Sapphire around swappable batteries. With two, the operator can swap in a charged battery and keep stripping while the other charges.
How long does a battery run?
Aztec does not publish a runtime per charge for the Sidewinder Sapphire. It rates the batteries at about 4,000 charge cycles. Ask our team about your job size.
How is it different from the propane Sidewinder?
The planetary head design is the same. The Sapphire uses lithium battery power and a 48 V motor instead of a propane engine, so there is no exhaust and much less noise.
Not sure the Sidewinder Sapphire fits your strip jobs?
Tell our team about the floors, the finish and the building, and we will help you decide if this is the right machine.
