Festool CT 26 dust extractor and bluetooth Dave Stanton easy dust free woodworking

I take you through the features of the upgraded CT-26 dust extractor from Festool including their new Bluetooth system. Dave Stanton dust free woodworking
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[@slhasebroock]

Thanks for the walk thru on all the new CT features and accessories!!! Very cool!

[@DavidStanton]

Glad you enjoyed it Steve!

[@miyagijunior]

Sir, well done. I came for the festool review, I stayed for the cool way you talk 😎

[@DavidStanton]

Awesome! Thank you!

[@alstuart2620]

Best tutorial I’ve ever seen on this dust collector, outstanding job ! thanks very much !

[@DavidStanton]

You're very welcome!

[@manuzach]

I am blown away by how quiet it is when I got mine this week!

[@Irwhodunit]

I bought one of these yesterday and haven't plugged it in for the first time. Now, I have a list of "must-have" accessories. Thanks!

[@DavidStanton]

Glad I could help!

[@robcollins2787]

Thanks Dave. After watching this video a few weeks ago, I bought a CT-26 from Lee Valley Tools in Laval (across the river from Montreal) today. I also came back to this video now to get a tutorial because while Festool has made a great dust extractor, the instruction manual is mediocre at best: it takes a while to figure out which illustration belongs to which paragraph, a dog's breakfast if ever there was one. Your video was a great help in deciding which dust extractor to choose, and also in how to use it.

[@DavidStanton]

My pleasure Rob Collins !

[@rweems5796]

Kudos to you David Stanton! I bet I’ve watched 20+ videos on dust extractors trying to figure out what, which and why I would pick one over the other. I’ve got it down to the CT 26 and a different system with fewer features with higher CFM. None of the Festool vids have done more than say “it can do”, which is different than your “I like that it can do” with the reason why you value that feature. Even though this commentary is 4 years old it has been very helpful for me. This type of tool is costly($800 for CT 26 w/no accessories in March 2023) - buying the wrong product has significant consequences! Thanks much for your insight!

[@DavidStanton]

I'm flattered! Thanks for the feedback on my video and also I hope whatever vac you buy will last a long time and not be too noisy!

[@csimet]

I just bought the Ct Midi and optional Bluetooth remote (the Ct has the builtin Bluetooth receiver)... the biggest advantage and reason I got it was to use it with a (manual) hand block sander as I do drywall and cabinet refinishing. Not having to reach down to turn on/off the vacuum is a huge win for me.

[@RELUvance]

Your soft-spoken tone is great to listen to.... awesome video - thanks!

[@DavidStanton]

Glad you liked it!

[@jameshoyt75]

The Bob Ross of power tools. My compliments on the video....well done thanks.

[@DavidStanton]

Thanks for the compliment jameshoyt75!

[@markjarman7819]

I have 3 midis until I bought the planex sander. So bought the CTL 26 ac. Amazing extractor with the Bluetooth and the auto clean. I possibly might add the separator to mine. Great one david😊👍

[@DavidStanton]

Thanks for sharing. The separator does reduce suction a bit but stops clogging.

[@TinyWorkshop]

I have the "old" version with bluethoot and I still love it Festool make a such a Beautiful piece of machineries expensive but totally worth it

[@BackwoodBurner4000]

Fantastic video, thanks for showing many of the awesome features that make this vacuum special. As well as showing how it connects to a cordless tracksaw, which was one of my questions. Thanks!

[@DavidStanton]

Glad you liked it!

[@akairborne]

I've been debating which vacuum to get, thanks for the explanations!

[@DavidStanton]

Glad I could help!

[@Mosessousa1]

Great video on the 26, thanks!

[@DavidStanton]

Glad you liked it!

[@bartwilk1397]

Great review

[@DavidStanton]

Thanks for the compliment Bart Wilk!

[@pf5658]

I’m new to your channel.Thank you sir for a very well detailed video of the product. I’ve been contemplating getting one of these for quite some time now. Your video has definitely made my decision easier. I know people always complain about how these are expensive, but as they say. “Cheap things are not good and good things are not cheap.” It’s clear a lot f time and serious thought, Technology was placed into these units and I’d say they’re clearly worth every penny,IMO.😊👍🏾

[@DavidStanton]

My pleasure P F ! I hope the extractor performs as well for you as it does for me.

[@pf5658]

David Stanton - Thank you Sir.😊

[@pf5658]

@David Stanton - I actually bought the midi unit about a year ago now and I’m actually really enjoying using it. My only regret is not going for a larger model. Might get another some day.😊

[@Delston05]

Really enjoyed the video, and also your enthusiasm. Bravo.

[@DavidStanton]

Thanks David!

[@AdamCraigOutdoors]

Thanks for the run down on the CT 26 and the bluetooth system. very cool system and i'm looking to upgrade in the near future. I appreciate the video!!

[@DavidStanton]

Glad to help

[@PurpleWhirple]

Thanks for a good review, better than the Festool official one!

[@DavidStanton]

Wow, thanks!

[@woodshopmafia4732]

I never watched this video before because i had a ct 36, but i just bought a perfect condition ct 26 for $280 on my local city selling app online....what a incredible find! People are getting desperate because of this covid-19 taking people's jobs away.

[@DavidStanton]

Interesting point Wood shop Mafia.

[@jimcoogan1529]

I bought one because I am remodeling and have issues with dust. My CT36 collects 99.97% of everything down to .3 micron. Dust collection is the same reason for having Festool tools too. I have the handle for my machine and the cleaning wand. In the shop they are both handy. That handy is really beefy too so it adds a bit of weight. But that is handy when you add a boom arm to the unit.

[@DavidStanton]

I have been pleased with my Festool gear as well Jim.

[@Irwhodunit]

Great demonstration. I really want the extractor. I'm hoping the Bluetooth is an add-on option.

[@t.e.1189]

Hi Dave, I always enjoy your videos and this is my first time commenting. Am I missing something? If you have the bluetooth module why would you still need bluetooth batteries?

[@DavidStanton]

A bluetooth signal needs to be sent from the battery to the receiver on the dust extractor.

[@davidmatke248]

I absolutely love my Bluetooth Remote!

[@DavidStanton]

I was a little on the fence when I got it David, but wow!

[@karenbaldry8096]

What a great review Thankyou

[@DavidStanton]

Glad it was helpful!

[@gradeez]

Great video. You're a legend, mate!

[@DavidStanton]

Much appreciated!

[@danbirch8939]

Awesome review!

[@DavidStanton]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@austinmarius850]

Really great review!! Thanks so much for clarifying the features so eloquently. Cheers!!

[@DavidStanton]

My pleasure Marius Morosanu !

[@mtvoss7595]

Brilliant as always. 👏👏👏

[@DavidStanton]

Thank you so much 😀

[@remiewatkins8032]

Love Festool

[@DavidStanton]

Hahaha, it is crazy Remie. Just a power tool but we all seem to have a passionate relationship with the brand!

[@Hulteke]

Great review! Very helpful!

[@DavidStanton]

Glad you think so!

[@michaeldillon4070]

Top presentation Dave … you've sold men … now I want one … providing it doesn't cost an arm and a leg. Great flexibility … I assume Carbatec in Auburn sell them?

[@DavidStanton]

They do.

[@giovannipetitti1588]

Hi, David 👏

[@99octan]

The man know the imortantet manufaktur! In german / der hat’s drauf!

[@npet6842]

Wattage question : since this entire pull is 10 amps maximum in Australia , how can more than 1200 watts be piggybacked through the CT sync-outlet . The OF-2200 would present 3400 watts with the CT . Even the Kapex 120 at 1600 watts is too much ? Soft start has nothing to do with maximums . I notice that bluetooth vacuum start is being pushed nowadays , and secondary supply source used instead ..........

[@DavidStanton]

The wiring in the dusty is strong enough to handle it. A 10 amp circuit is actually 4800 watts in total. It works like this. Say I have a 10 amp appliance like a kettle that pulls maybe 2400 watts. You would think that is all the circuit could handle. But there are still ore outlets on that circuit that other appliances can run off. the reasoning is 6 appliances that halve the power draw of the previous larger draw. 2400 watts, 1200 watts, 600 watts, 300 watts, 150 watts, 75 watts. total of 4,725 watts. Not all the appliances will pull the same load and if they do, the circuit breaker will kill the circuit. I hope this helps.

[@npet6842]

Thanks for the time to reply . My thinking is that this is all being pulled through the vacuum cleaner's cable when piggybacked through the auxil socket . Is this not the reason the Importer is now giving away Bluetooth connectors so that the power tool can be connected to the wall socket it's self ? @@DavidStanton

[@DavidStanton]

The cable in the dusty is large enough to handle the extra load. I have a bluetooth on the dusty so I can use it with my cordless tools.

[@bxp1696]

How well does the hose connect to non-festool tools...like dewalt saw or sander, etc.

[@DavidStanton]

It fits my Triton router and my dewalt trimmer.

[@DRV_Woodworks]

About to pull the trigger on a festool dust extractor. I hear this model is the best for woodworking. But is the CT midi good enough?

[@DavidStanton]

Same power etc but less capacity.

[@russalbright4213]

Dave - Do you know if the new hoses can be cut down to shorter lengths like the old anti-static hoses could? I really liked the idea of being able to customize the anti-static hoses to any length I needed.

[@DavidStanton]

Hi Russ. I wouldn't cut the new hoses down. I would purchase some of their standard anti static hose for custom lengths.

[@danielhaddad1288]

What a toy !!!! Wonderfoul !!!!

[@DavidStanton]

It is wonderful Daniel.

[@stephenwallbank9090]

Great review as usual Dave. I hope you are well on the road to recovery. I just bought a CTL36 AC to go with a new RG130 grinder. Apparently you have to have auto clean to deal with concrete dust. Festool should employ you to do promo videos. I am dumbfounded by Festool's absolutely uninformative user manuals. Thanks for all your efforts.

[@DavidStanton]

Thanks for the compliment Stephen! I like the separator for dust. Curious to hear how the AC model works for you.

[@stephenwallbank9090]

@@DavidStanton After checking the volume of dust and debris from sand/planing a couple of painted beams back to bare timber it was apparent that I needed a cyclone. I first tried a dust deputy which is fine in the workshop but a tad awkward for mobile dust collection. After a frustrating day I went out and bought the Festool CT-VA 20 cyclone (or is it a baffle?). Much better. I seem to recall that you have one of those.

[@stephenwallbank9090]

I haven't tried the AC setting yet

[@LostWhits]

I like the idea of the pneumatic plugin option. Hate to see the cost though.

[@DavidStanton]

You have to weigh it all up for your own situation LostWhits.

[@LostWhits]

@@DavidStanton for sure. I used to have an air sander hooked up to an old FESTO dust collector as an apprentice. Sure would have been handy back then.

[@turgayaltuntas3751]

hi there does mirka dores fit to the that hose ? nice vid

[@DavidStanton]

Hi turgay altuntas! I don't have a Mirka to check.

[@atomicant2871]

Can I use this dust extractor for FESTOOL drywall sander(planex2)

[@TheAlogoc]

Got mine today...can you fit other manufacturer (cheaper) bags in?

[@DavidStanton]

Hi JGW Goran Jelenić. I use the separator.

[@chuckbackus7094]

Dave thanks for the video - great walkthrough. Did you say it comes with those tube accessories for vacuuming? I am about to purchase (this or the midi) along with a sander (rotex, 5” I think).

[@DavidStanton]

Yes they do

[@jeffvanek3404]

@@DavidStanton I have never seen anywhere the ct 26 coming with vacuum accessories

[@peterlisyak5396]

G'day Dave, another great video, have you seen the new cyclone by Festool yet?

[@DavidStanton]

Trying to get my hands on one to trial before i review it Peter.

[@raysmith1992]

A very thorough review, I won't be buying one as I can't afford Festool equipment.

[@DavidStanton]

Thanks Ray. It is nice to know what is available.

[@afandou1966]

I've enjoyed every video that I've seen you in, and senn them many times to understand every little detail. Will the festool bluetooth adapter modude, when installed in a festool vavuum, work with a competitor's cordless saw that has a blue tooth on off signal generator? (Of course there is the optional button/receiver set that you just showed)

[@DavidStanton]

Which other brands offer bluetooth?

[@imdking01]

Makita

[@t.e.1189]

I'm limited in space in my work van and would prefer to not have the cord wrap installed on the back if possible. Will the cord and the hose both fit comfortably in the top if needed? would you still be able to use a sustainer on top of both?

[@DavidStanton]

Yes and yes.

[@t.e.1189]

@@DavidStanton Thank you. I ordered one today. Can't wait to use it.

[@BrunoRROPSY]

Great... did you already see the new MW1000 SET?

[@DavidStanton]

Not available in Australia yet.

[@tcbridges]

I have the CT36 and there is no contact point inside the intake hose hole that has anything to do with non static capability and I can't find any info in the manual stat walks about it either. Are you sure yours does. I find it hard to believe the CT26 has such a contact point because the hose doesnt either. Correct me if Im' missing something here

[@DavidStanton]

Hi Thomas Bridges! The green festool hose and fittings are carbon impregnated so they will carry an electrical current.

[@TrailTrackers]

Nice review. If you have time, please help me with this. If I'm getting the Powermatic PM2200 Dust Collection unit for those tools, and I want to use Festool for the hand tools, would I be able to 'cleanly' connect the hand tools to the Powermatic unit? Or would I still have to purchase a Festool vacuum? Hoping that's possible because it seems like a double purchase to have to buy both. Thanks in advance.

[@DavidStanton]

Totally different dust extractors. 1 is a high volume low pressure and the other is a low volume high pressure.

[@rorycarn1549]

Hey David love the vid, I’m looking at getting a fes Vac would this also be suitable for light cement sheet work?, cheers.

[@DavidStanton]

Yes but best to run through a cyclone or separator first, depending on how much you are going to do.

[@tcbridges]

Wonder how this will work with sanding drywall

[@DavidStanton]

Hi Thomas Bridges! Festool have another style for that.

[@maydanlex]

David's barely able to contain his excitement reviewing these tools.

[@DavidStanton]

Thanks maydanlex! When I was younger and had nothing I used to dream about actually owning quality gear.

[@maydanlex]

@@DavidStanton In the same boat. I'd try my hand at video's except for the fact that I couldn't stop smiling and giggling from all the fun and the enjoyment I was experiencing.... not to say I know what I'm doing...LoL. Thanks for all your efforts posting these to KZbin....probably a labour of Love though. Take care.

[@SuperKicis]

David, quick question. If you connect the battery will it disconnect the remote?

[@DavidStanton]

From my experience the switch that connects to the dust hose is the main control of the bluetooth unit on the CT-26. It will over rule the bluetooth battery. If I am using a saw or drill with the bluetooth and I turn the CT-26 off with the dust hose switch it will unpair the bluetooth battery from the receiver.

[@harrygirgin9093]

Hi Dave, I was thinking why do you need the bluetooth adapter when the vacuum can be turned on to automatic when using the tools. So every time a tool is activated the vacuum automatically turns on as you showed on your vid. Is there something I'm missing?

[@harrygirgin9093]

@David Stanton thanks for the reply. So its more intend for cordless tools.

[@DavidStanton]

Yes Harry.

[@mechanoid5739]

The handy blue tooth button can be used for battery tools without a blue tooth battery.......even if it isn't Festool battery tool. Sorry Dave! ;)

[@MAGAMAN]

That thing is insanely expensive for a shop vac. My rigid shop vac has a higher CFM and costs a small fraction of the price. I bought an i-socket Autoswitch so I can turn on my vac (or any other vac I choose to use) with the tool and I have a strip of copper wire run along the hose to prevent static buildup. As far as attaching toolboxes to the top, why? My shop vac sits in the corner and the hose is long enough to reach the entire area of my shop. As far as that big Klunky arm to support the hose? I have a few small hooks attached over my work bench and table saw that I attach a bungee cord to and use that to keep the hose out of my way when needed. Seeing that bluetooth switch on the hose of something that is designed to be right next to you the entire time, just game he a headache. The amount of time it took you just to set up the bluetooth on that cordless saw was much longer than it would have taken you just to reach down and turn it on and off a few times. For the price of this one unit (not counting all the little addons that you pictured) I could buy 3 or 4 of my entire shop vac systems including the extra hoses, Autoswitch and wire for the anti-static setup. For the price of this one unit I can get a decent full sized shop dust collection system that pulls 600 cfm. For about $300 more I can get a very nice Laguna dust collection system that has 1314CFM and a 6 inch port and has a 4 inch hose and has a built in dust separator. There is just no circumstance where I can see any reasons that justifies this much money on a shop vac. It's ridiculous.

[@callitagain]

Making vacuuming great again.

[@chrishill6876]

You forgot to add that the shopvac is also twice as loud, makes 10 times more mess when emptying it. It also it also clogs its filter up nice and quick as soon as you actually use it so you don't have to deal with all that extra cfm that's written on the box and it will do a nice job of pumping fine dust back into the air that you are breathing while working.

[@bighands69]

+MAGA MAN It is justified if you are using festool as a system such as having several festool tools that for example can be used in one table such as the CMS. The hose will easily fit all festool tools which cannot be said for many brands. The Vacuum can also integrate with systainers. If you are buying festool tools you are more than likely doing so from a dealer so it means if anything goes wrong you can have them repaired which is not the same for many tools out there. If you have several tools it can be difficult trying to get repairs and services for them.

[@Harolddespui]

No blow function?

[@DavidStanton]

No Harold. The 17 and sys vac have that function.

[@SuperKwame1]

I just paid one 800.00 for one.

[@3house325]

Very nice video. Detailed, accurate. Got a new subscriber there. Regards: Jenobence 3House.hu

[@DavidStanton]

Thanks for the sub!

[@robinsadify]

This guy seems to spend all his time with woodworking gadgets... but does he ever do any woodworking?

[@DavidStanton]

Hi robinsadify. Have a look through my channel. Here is just one of the many projects I did. kzbin.info/www/bejne/o5CzipqXna16q68

[@robinsadify]

@@DavidStanton Ok David, thank you for your response. I stand corrected.