Choosing the Right Dust Extractor with

Need help choosing the right Dust Extractor for your specific needs? Want to get a better understanding of the different options available in the Festool Dust Extraction Family? Watch along as Jason Bent explains what factors differ between our CT options and how they relate to applications and tool use, and ultimately, what important considerations to take in when deciding on the right Dust Extractor for your Festool System.
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[@MarkFauntleroy]

Also, a big difference to point out is that in some job sites for particular materials there are requirements to use a class H or M class vs a L class dust extractor.

[@brandonrippeonphoto]

Festool USA not UK we don’t have those classes over here.

[@robdel99]

Bought the CT-26 with Bluetooth and the cyclone four years ago. So far, I changed the bag once but emptied the cyclone too many times to count. Very happy with the setup and capacity.

[@jonyork999]

Can the cylcone be used off the CT-26, or does it have to be top mounted?

[@robdel99]

@@jonyork999 Does not have to be top mounted, you can have it on either side.

[@jonyork999]

@@robdel99 Thanks!

[@jasoncombs3232]

Worst part is not knowing when the bag is full. When my 48 is full, the dust packs all the way down the hose to the tool. I have to completely dismantle the system and swing the hose around in my garage causing a huge mess... I recently bought the cyclone and feel a lot better about it cause I can see the dust.

[@KevinsdadNorb]

Hello, I am looking at getting a festool extractor with the cyclone - how do you like the cyclone?

[@jasoncombs3232]

@@KevinsdadNorb I love it! It has changed everything, and now I can't live without it. I should have bought it years ago.

[@travisrussell3128]

Would love to know how to get the plastic bags that go in the CT separator to stop being sucked in when the vac is turned on. As all the dust just then ends up in the vacs bag. I’ve never been able to get it to work properly.

[@AngieWilliamsDesigns]

I have the 26 and added the Bluetooth module. I’m pretty happy with it. I’m wanting to add one that’s dedicated to my miter saw. I believe the Midi seems like the best option for that if I want the Bluetooth capabilities.

[@BuckRogers2491]

If you're going to dedicate it to your Kapex 120 (right?), I'd think Bluetooth is less of a factor. That is, if you're tucking it under a workbench and never moving it and won't be using the hose for cleanup or other tools. If that's the case, either the CT 15 or CT 25. Stick a 36mm hose on it and call it done.

[@AngieWilliamsDesigns]

@@BuckRogers2491 Good point! I think that will work.

[@KingFox76]

What a good thorough video with a quick overview. Thank you

[@houndsong]

Is the practical difference between 130 CFM and 137 CFM actually noticeable?

[@RonKillian]

I don't know for sure, but I highly doubt it. I have the SYS extractor, (corded not the cordless one), and even though that is only 70 CFM, it takes care of the tools I use perfectly. I use it with my sanders, routers, track saw and domino and I have almost no dust. I only get dust/debris on the underside of my track saw, and sometimes with my routers, depending on what I am doing. Just saying the 70 CFM is outstanding, so 130 CFM is going to do very well. Even with sanding, the little SYS has enough suction that it "sticks" to the material.

[@richardgarrow9260]

Thank you for explaining it with out a lot of hoopla straight to the point..

[@creativedave]

Type of work is really important. I was told that I can't use the MIDI or the smaller ones for concrete dust, or sanding drywall. Auto clean is needed for that. I wish I knew that before buying a dust extractor.

[@Billy_bSLAYER]

That is incorrect, get the Cyclone and nothing with even come close to the filter, obviously you have a bag also. On top of that you have a manual filter clean on the CT Midi.

[@creativedave]

@@Billy_bSLAYER I’m happy to be wrong then. I used the cyclone for much of the job with the MIDI.

[@bdm1000]

Does 130-137 CFM for sure provide "more than enough" for what I need? The SawStop CTS (compact table saw) manual states the following: "Connect a dust collection system, which provides at least 170 CFM (4800 LPM) of airflow, to the dust port at the back of the saw. You can attach it to the outer diameter or inner diameter of the port. The outer diameter (A) is 2.5" (65 mm). The inner diameter (B) is 2.3" (58 mm)."

[@BuckRogers2491]

I have a CT 48 on a DeWALT DWE7491 and it certainly helps quite a bit. I'm using the Festool 36mm hose. It'd be better with a larger dust collector, but I don't have one and don't have room for one, so the CT 48 it is.

[@RonKillian]

Table saws put out alot of dust/debris quickly, so not the best choice. I only use my dust extractor for my hand power tools, sanders, track saw, domino, routers. I have a HF dust collector, they are only about $250 or so, that takes care of the bigger tools, table saw, planer, ect.

[@ChrisHornberger]

@@RonKillian This is the way.

[@matthewwysocki5019]

Quick question, Can a Y adapter be attached to both table saw and Kapex via separate hoses simultaneously but used individually effectively without blocking one hose. I hope that is clear enough. Thanks!

[@master_katakuri8541]

Hello did a little research on where to buy part replacement one of these sanding machines but I can’t seem to be able to find the one I am looking for. That’s how I end up finding festool yt channel I hope you guys give me a response if anyone knows where to buy replacement parts. Thanks

[@TheHandystanley]

What does auto clean give me? How does the SurfPrep compare? Just wanting a vac to handle my shop sanding.

[@dazquez]

U guys ever gonna come out with a CT 26 AC. The auto clean is essential for me but the CT 36 is too big for constant transportation

[@andrewmorris8531]

I would also say it’s important to look at the accessories available for each model. Personally, I bought the midi when starting out, but now that I’m more into the system, I prob would have gotten the CT26 so I could attach the workstation to it.

[@cvnis957]

Jason is great for this! Talking at a normal cadence with a very clear explanation of the details is fantastic. Hopefully we see a lot more of him talking about Festool products.

[@AlexRicketson]

Festool has basically the same motors and CFM across all models, but charge 2-3x more just to have a larger plastic bucket for "capacity". It's such a ripoff for customers. They should standardize the vacuum upper part and then let customers choose what size plastic bottom they want, at a reasonable price.

[@Themuskychannel]

As someone who runs a 48ac on a 26 tub and cyclone, I agree. Also wish the 36 and 48 had 160cfm coupled with cyclone that 130cfm is in my opinion just a tad under

[@curia8487]

do hoses can be used across all models??

[@mikewells6363]

Excellent brief review. Thank you.

[@festoolusa]

Glad it was helpful!

[@TheMixmastamike1000]

the ct midi would be perfect if it had more capacity

[@md-fq9ye]

5 litre of capacity more and that model is perfect