Stihl TS 500i 14 Inch Gas Powered 72.2cc EFI CutQuick Saw

Description

Electronic fuel injection meters precise fuel-air charges straight into the combustion chamber thousands of times per minute during deep cuts. The Stihl TS 500i CutQuick Saw delivers high-torque severance through ductile iron, cured concrete, and asphalt. A 72 cc engine turns fourteen-inch blades with brute force. The high-pressure injection system demands clean, fresh fuel to avoid clogging fuel injectors.

Die-cast magnesium alloy structures the crankcase, gear housing, and spark guard, providing impact strength without adding dead weight. The 72.2 cc electronically injected two-stroke engine outputs 5.2 HP at 9,000 RPM, driving the arbor through a carbon-reinforced drive belt. Bare tool weight registers 22.5 lbs, presenting an exterior envelope of 27.2 by 10.2 by 15.6 inches that fits into standard utility truck compartments.

Key Features of Stihl TS500i

Underground pipe fitters and commercial demolition contractors deploy this saw for cast iron water mains, foundation footings, and structural steel beams. Compare authorized dealer pricing to buy Stihl TS 500i power cutters for mission-critical municipal utility work.

• Electronic fuel injection monitors intake conditions to meter precise fuel ratios without carburetors.
• Carbon fiber reinforced drive belt delivers engine torque without stretching or jumping teeth.
• Long-life HD2 air filtration system stops fine concrete silica before entering cylinder ports.
• Cast magnesium blade guard adjusts position to block sparks during overhead metal cuts.
• Decompression valve reduces pull-rope resistance during hurried cold jobsite starts.
• Electronic water control valve regulates wet-cutting coolant flow from the rear grip.
• Anti-vibration spring buffers protect worker hands from high-frequency cylinder tremors.
• Reversible cutting arm positions the wheel on the outer chassis for flush curb cuts.

Fuel Injection Dyno Load Metrics

Arbor runout measures 0.0011 inches TIR at the 20-millimeter blade mounting collar. Under heavy plunge loads in cured reinforced concrete, engine speed drops from 9,300 RPM free spin to 8,500 RPM without cylinder hesitation. The electronic injection system maintains steady fuel delivery through sudden torque spikes, avoiding the fuel bog common to carbureted saws. Cylinder temperatures reach 315 degrees Fahrenheit during uninterrupted five-minute cut runs. Belt deflection remains under 0.050 inches under full centrifugal clutch engagement.

Jobsite Handling Electronic Service Realities

The ergonomic rear handle places electronic water buttons and engine toggles under the operator thumb, operating without trouble through heavy wet leather work gloves. Tool balance keeps weight spread between hands during horizontal pipe cutouts. Do not buy this saw for indoor crawlspace tasks lacking exhaust scrubbers or light wood cutting. Heavy civil pipelayers and road contractors obtain maximum utility here.

• Clean fine dust out of HD2 filter pleats every forty operating hours.
• Drain fuel and purge injection lines before long periods of tool storage.
• Flush the electronic water regulator valve with clean water after slurry exposure.

Factory Package Standard Warranty Terms

Stihl protects this cut-off machine with a 1-Year commercial warranty covering engine components and electronic fuel injection modules. The shipping package includes the TS 500i power cutter, combination wrench tool, water attachment adapter, and user manual. Fourteen-inch diamond blades and synthetic two-stroke oil require separate purchase.