STIHL TS 500i Petrol Cut-Off Machine

STIHL - Petrol Cut-Off Machine - 14" (350 mm) Cutting Wheel - Orange

The STIHL TS 500i is a groundbreaking petrol cut-off machine, featuring the industry's first electronically controlled fuel injection system. This innovation delivers a 17% increase in power and a 15% boost in cutting speed compared to the TS 420, all while maintaining a lightweight and well-balanced design. The TS 500i offers optimal torque throughout the RPM range, ensuring efficient and precise cutting performance for professionals in construction and landscaping.

Recommended Applications

• Cutting concrete and masonry materials
• Asphalt cutting for road maintenance
• Metal cutting in construction projects
• Rescue operations requiring rapid material access
• General demolition work

Key Benefits

• Electronically controlled fuel injection for consistent performance
• 17% more power and 15% higher cutting speed than the TS 420
• Lightweight and well-balanced design for superior handling
• Low-emission engine with optimal torque across the RPM range
• Electronic water control for easy water flow adjustment during cutting

When comparing the TS 500i to the TS 420, several key differences emerge:

• Power and Performance: The TS 500i boasts a 17% increase in power and a 15% higher cutting speed, thanks to its electronically controlled fuel injection system, which the TS 420 lacks. This results in higher torque and improved acceleration for the TS 500i. 
• Starting Mechanism: The TS 500i eliminates the need for a choke, simplifying the starting procedure, whereas the TS 420 requires traditional choke management. 
• Weight: Despite its increased power, the TS 500i's weight is only slightly higher than the TS 420, maintaining excellent power-to-weight efficiency.
• Water Control: The TS 500i comes standard with electronic water control, allowing for easy and efficient water flow adjustment during cutting, a feature not available on the TS 420. 

In summary, the STIHL TS 500i offers advanced technology and enhanced performance features that make it a superior choice for demanding cutting tasks compared to the TS 420.