2 year Manufacturer's Warranty:
Below are the terms of Manufacturer’s warranty offered by Mitchell Engineering Food Equipment Pty Ltd. 23 Storie Street Clontarf.
Warranty Coverage:
We guarantee that our products are free from defects in materials and workmanship under normal use for a period of 2 years from the date of your purchase
Warranty Claims Process:
Warranty Exclusions:
This warranty does not cover defects or damage arising from misuse, modification, neglect, normal wear and tear, or force majeure events beyond our control or failure to adhere to general maintenance as specified within the product manual.
This warranty does not apply to consumables such as batteries, ink, filters and globes.
Remedies:
If a defect covered by this warranty is properly notified to us within the warranty period, and is determined to be covered, we will, at our discretion, repair or replace the defective product.
Any defective parts/products replaced by us under this warranty will be deemed to be the property of MEFE.
Limitation of Liability:
Our liability is limited to the repair or replacement of the defective product and excludes consequential or incidental damages to the extent permitted by law.
Consumer Rights:
Our goods come with guarantees that cannot be excluded under the Australian Consumer Law.
You are entitled to a replacement or refund for a major failure and compensation for any other reasonably foreseeable loss or damage.
You are also entitled to have the goods repaired or replaced if the goods fail to be of acceptable quality and the failure does not amount to a major failure.
The Freund ST40-11S is a compact, high-speed reciprocating saw designed for carcass breaking and quartering in smaller abattoirs and meat processing plants. Suitable for beef, pork and sheep processing, it combines a 400mm fine-tooth blade with an 860W single-phase motor for controlled cutting of bone and carcass sections.
With built-in vibration-reducing counterweights, an ergonomic round handle and a flexible spiral cable, the ST40-11S is designed to make repetitive breaking and quartering work easier to manage.

The ST40-11S uses a straight, fine-tooth reciprocating blade for breaking and quartering tasks in beef, pork and sheep processing. Its high-speed cutting action is paired with built-in counterweights that reduce vibration, helping the operator maintain control during repeated cuts.
With a compact 860W single-phase motor and an ergonomic round handle, the saw suits smaller processing operations that need a dedicated breaking tool rather than a larger carcass-splitting machine. A flexible spiral cable supports working movement, while an optional spring balancer can be considered where extended suspended operation is required.
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Model | Freund ST40-11S / CAT 217 ST40-11S |
| Machine Type | Reciprocating Breaking & Quartering Saw |
| Application | Beef, Pork, Sheep & Lamb |
| Motor Power | 860W (1.17HP) |
| Electrical Supply | Single Phase, 50-60Hz |
| Blade | STFZ400 Straight Fine-Tooth Saw Blade |
| Blade Length | 400mm |
| Cutting Height | 400mm |
| Cutting Range | 32mm |
| Saw Speed | 294m/min |
| Net Weight | 7.4kg |
| Ingress Protection | IP24 |
| Handle | Round Handle R (D Type) |
| Power Cable | Flexible Spiral Cable SK |
| Vibration Control | Built-In Counterweights |
The ST40-11S is rated IP24. Confirm the electrical configuration and cleaning requirements for your installation with MEFE before commissioning.
Genuine 400mm fine-tooth replacement blade for the ST40-11S. Keep a spare available to minimise interruptions.

A dedicated wash and sterilisation station for reciprocating saws, with hands-free foot-operated spray controls.

Optional 6-8kg balancer with 2.5m cable travel. Check the complete suspended load when selecting a balancer.

View ST40-11S Maintenance & Spare Parts
The MEFE team can help you compare blade length, motor supply, protection ratings and cutting applications, as well as select suitable replacement blades, sterilisers and spring balancers for your processing area.