The STIHL TSA 230.1 cordless cut-off saw is a compact, professional battery-powered cutting machine designed for short, precise cuts through paving, brickwork, construction materials, pipework and steel. Its 230mm/9-inch cutting wheel provides a maximum cutting depth of 70mm, making it suitable for a wide range of building, landscaping and maintenance work.
This updated TSA 230.1 offers improved cutting performance and a faster cutting speed than the original STIHL TSA 230. It combines professional STIHL AP System battery power with instant starting, low noise, low vibration and no petrol-engine exhaust emissions.
The machine is supplied with a 230mm composite resin cutting wheel. It is sold as a tool-only machine, so a compatible STIHL AP battery and charger must be purchased separately unless you already own them.
STIHL TSA 230.1 key features
- 230mm / 9-inch cutting wheel for construction, landscaping, pipework and metal-cutting applications.
- Maximum cutting depth of 70mm for paving, bricks, roof tiles, blocks and other suitable materials.
- Improved cutting performance compared with the original STIHL TSA 230.
- STIHL Power Boost allows compatible batteries and the machine to communicate and provide the maximum available performance for the application.
- STIHL Constant Power helps maintain consistent cutting performance as the battery charge reduces.
- Integrated water connection for cooling the cutting wheel and binding dust during suitable wet-cutting work.
- Low-maintenance EC motor designed for efficient operation and a long service life.
- Robust belt drive and enclosed control unit for dependable professional use.
- Cast magnesium wheel guard reinforced with stainless steel for low weight, durability and a clear view of the cutting area.
- Ergonomic handle for accurate guidance along marked cutting lines.
- Integrated spindle lock for quicker and easier cutting-wheel replacement.
- Low noise and vibration compared with a petrol cut-off machine.
Why Masseys recommends the STIHL TSA 230.1
At Masseys, we recommend the TSA 230.1 to tradespeople who need a genuinely portable cut-off machine for short, accurate cutting work. It is particularly useful for landscapers cutting paving around finished gardens, roofers trimming tiles, builders completing internal alterations and maintenance teams working around occupied properties.
The cordless design means there is no fuel to mix, no pull-starting routine and no petrol-engine exhaust emissions. This makes the TSA 230.1 especially convenient for jobs where a petrol disc cutter would be unnecessarily noisy, cumbersome or inconvenient.
It is also a strong choice for customers who already use professional STIHL AP System machinery. The same compatible batteries and chargers can be shared across a wide range of professional STIHL tools, reducing the number of separate battery platforms needed on site.
We recommend this model for intermittent cuts up to 70mm deep. For deeper cutting or more sustained construction work, the larger STIHL TSA 300 cordless cut-off saw may be more suitable. For prolonged outdoor work where battery charging is impractical, compare it with the STIHL TS 410 petrol cut-off saw.
What can the STIHL TSA 230.1 cut?
The TSA 230.1 can be used for a wide range of applications when fitted with a cutting wheel approved for the machine and the material being cut.
Typical applications include:
- Paving slabs and paving blocks
- Bricks and concrete blocks
- Roof tiles
- Kerbs and landscape edging
- Steel sections and metal profiles
- Metal and plastic pipework
- Ducting
- Selected masonry and concrete products
The correct cutting wheel must always be selected for the material. The composite resin wheel supplied with the machine is suitable for certain general cutting applications. For longer or more intensive work in suitable construction materials, STIHL recommends considering the D-SB80 diamond cutting wheel.
70mm cutting depth
The 230mm/9-inch wheel provides a maximum cutting depth of 70mm. This gives the TSA 230.1 enough capacity for many everyday building and hard-landscaping jobs while keeping the machine more compact and manageable than a larger 300mm or 350mm cut-off saw.
Its size makes it particularly useful when working around completed landscaping, close to walls, on roofs or in confined areas where a larger cut-off machine would be less convenient.
Improved performance over the original TSA 230
The TSA 230.1 is the updated version of STIHL’s original TSA 230 cordless cut-off machine. STIHL has increased its overall cutting performance and cutting speed, allowing it to complete a wider range of professional tasks more effectively.
This distinction is important when comparing prices and specifications online, as some retailers may still list the earlier TSA 230 model. This Masseys listing is for the newer STIHL TSA 230.1, part number 4864 011 6620.
Power Boost and Constant Power
The TSA 230.1 features intelligent STIHL battery electronics designed to support consistent professional performance.
STIHL Power Boost
When the machine is used with a compatible battery, the tool and battery communicate electronically to provide the maximum available power for the cutting application. The system can temporarily regulate output during especially intensive work to help protect the battery and maintain its service life.
STIHL Constant Power
Constant Power technology helps prevent the noticeable reduction in performance that can occur with some cordless tools as their batteries discharge. This allows the TSA 230.1 to maintain more consistent cutting performance throughout the usable battery charge.
Recommended AP 300 S battery
For maximum performance, STIHL specifies the STIHL AP 300 S battery for the TSA 230.1.
With a fully charged AP 300 S battery, STIHL quotes a maximum working time of approximately 20 minutes. Actual working time will vary according to the material, cutting wheel, cutting pressure, operating technique, battery condition and site conditions.
An AP 200 S battery can be used, but STIHL states that the machine will operate with reduced performance. For this reason, Masseys recommends the AP 300 S where the full cutting capability of the TSA 230.1 is required.
Compatible charging options are available from our STIHL battery charger range.
Integrated water connection for dust control
The integrated, adjustable water connection supplies water directly to the cutting wheel. During suitable wet-cutting applications, this helps cool the cutting wheel and bind airborne dust.
The fixed magnesium guard incorporates a water channel, allowing the supply to be directed towards the cutting area while maintaining a clear view of the wheel.
Where a mains water supply is not readily available, the STIHL WSA 40 cordless pressurised water container provides a portable 10-litre water supply for compatible cut-off machines.
Although battery operation eliminates petrol-engine exhaust emissions, cutting masonry, concrete and similar materials can still produce hazardous dust. Appropriate water suppression or extraction, ventilation, respiratory protection and site controls must always be used.
Suitable for indoor and noise-sensitive work
Because the TSA 230.1 does not produce petrol-engine exhaust emissions, it can be used for appropriate work inside buildings where a combustion-engine cut-off saw would not be suitable.
Its relatively low operating noise and smooth, low-vibration EC motor also make it useful around occupied properties, hospitals, schools, residential developments and other noise-sensitive environments.
Indoor use still requires effective management of dust, sparks, debris, ventilation and noise. Battery power does not remove the need for a suitable risk assessment or personal protective equipment.
Low-maintenance professional construction
The efficient brushless EC motor is designed to operate with minimal wear and requires less routine maintenance than a petrol engine. There is no fuel system, spark plug, carburettor or engine air filter to service.
A robust belt drive and enclosed electronic control unit help protect the machine during demanding cutting work. The spindle lock also allows the cutting wheel to be replaced without an unnecessarily complicated procedure.
STIHL TSA 230.1 technical specifications
| Model | STIHL TSA 230.1 |
|---|---|
| STIHL part number | 4864 011 6620 |
| Product type | Cordless cut-off machine / cordless disc cutter |
| Battery system | STIHL AP System / ALLPRO System |
| Rated voltage | 36V |
| Maximum voltage | 40V |
| Cutting-wheel diameter | 230mm / 9 inches |
| Maximum cutting depth | 70mm |
| Recommended battery | STIHL AP 300 S |
| Maximum AP 300 S working time | Approximately 20 minutes, depending on use |
| Motor | Brushless EC motor |
| Power-management features | STIHL Power Boost and Constant Power |
| Dust-control provision | Integrated adjustable water connection |
| Supplied cutting wheel | 230mm composite resin cutting wheel |
| Battery included | No |
| Charger included | No |
STIHL TSA 230.1 compared with the TSA 300 and TS 410
Choose the STIHL TSA 230.1 when:
- You need a compact and easily transported cordless cut-off saw.
- Your cuts are no deeper than approximately 70mm.
- You mainly complete short or intermittent cuts.
- You work indoors or around noise-sensitive premises.
- You already own STIHL AP batteries and chargers.
- You want to avoid petrol mixing, pull starting and engine maintenance.
Choose the STIHL TSA 300 when:
- You need a larger 300mm cutting wheel.
- You require a maximum cutting depth of approximately 110mm.
- You want greater cutting capacity while remaining on the STIHL AP battery platform.
- You regularly complete more demanding cordless construction work.
Choose the STIHL TS 410 when:
- You prefer petrol power for sustained outdoor use.
- You need a 300mm cutting wheel.
- You require a maximum cutting depth of approximately 100mm.
- Access to charged batteries is impractical on the job.
View our complete range of STIHL cut-off saws to compare the available cordless and petrol models.
Frequently asked questions
Is this the original TSA 230 or the newer TSA 230.1?
This listing is for the newer STIHL TSA 230.1, part number 4864 011 6620. It offers improved cutting performance and faster cutting than the original TSA 230.
Does the STIHL TSA 230.1 include a battery and charger?
No. The machine is supplied as a tool-only product. A compatible STIHL AP battery and charger must be purchased separately unless you already own them.
Does the TSA 230.1 include a cutting wheel?
Yes. The machine is supplied with a 230mm composite resin cutting wheel. A different approved cutting wheel may be required depending on the material and intensity of the work.
Which battery should I use with the STIHL TSA 230.1?
STIHL recommends the AP 300 S battery for maximum machine performance. An AP 200 S may be used, but cutting performance will be reduced.
How long does the AP 300 S battery last in the TSA 230.1?
STIHL quotes a maximum working time of approximately 20 minutes with a fully charged AP 300 S. Actual runtime depends on the material, cutting wheel, cutting pressure and operating conditions.
How deep can the STIHL TSA 230.1 cut?
The machine has a maximum cutting depth of approximately 70mm when fitted with an appropriate 230mm cutting wheel.
Can the STIHL TSA 230.1 cut paving slabs?
Yes. It can cut suitable paving and masonry products when fitted with the correct approved diamond cutting wheel. Wet cutting and effective dust control should be used where appropriate.
Can the STIHL TSA 230.1 cut steel?
Yes. The TSA 230.1 is suitable for cutting steel and metal profiles when fitted with a suitable approved cutting wheel.
Can the STIHL TSA 230.1 be used indoors?
The cordless motor does not produce petrol-engine exhaust emissions, making the machine suitable for appropriate indoor applications. Effective dust extraction or water suppression, ventilation and personal protective equipment are still essential.
Buy the STIHL TSA 230.1 from Masseys
Masseys is a STIHL Approved Dealer supplying genuine STIHL machinery, batteries, chargers and cutting accessories from our store in Woodville, Swadlincote.
Our experienced team can help you select the correct battery, charger and cutting wheel for the materials you intend to cut. This is particularly important with a professional cut-off machine, as the most suitable setup depends on both the material and the intensity of use.
We also provide local after-sales support through our garden and construction machinery workshop.
Order the STIHL TSA 230.1 cordless cut-off saw online for UK delivery or visit Masseys in Swadlincote for advice before purchasing.
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