The Festool ETS 125 REQ-Plus 5-in. Random Orbital Sander + CT 36 EI HEPA Dust Extractor Bundle pairs the Festool ETS 125 REQ-Plus 5-in. Random Orbital Sander with the Festool CT 36 EI HEPA Dust Extractor, then adds the Festool Granat 5-in. (D125) Abrasives 100-Piece Value Set Systainer3 and the Festool SELFCLEAN Filter Bags for CT 36, 5-Pack. This is a sander and HEPA dust extraction bundle designed for dust-free sanding of wood, paint, primer, filler and solid surface. Model number 576070-577872-578193-496186.

Buying the pieces as one system means the setup works on day one. The extractor's anti-static suction hose connects to the ETS 125's dust port, the Granat 5-in. (D125) Abrasives 100-Piece Value Set Systainer3 loads the sander with 100 Granat 5-in. discs in five grits, P60 through P220, and the five spare SELFCLEAN bags are sized for the CT 36, so you are not shopping for consumables the first week.

Festool ETS 125 REQ-Plus 5-in. Random Orbital Sander

The Festool 576070 ETS 125 REQ-Plus 5" (125 mm) Random Orbital Sander is a compact finish sander built for high-quality surface prep and finish sanding. This is a random orbital sander designed for finishing and pre-sanding wood surfaces, especially where one-handed control, low fatigue, and clean dust collection matter. Model Number 576070. If you spend your day working on face frames, cabinet parts, trim, doors, or painted surfaces, this is the kind of sander that makes fine finishing easier to repeat.

What separates this tool from a more general-purpose sander is the tight 1/16" (2 mm) sanding stroke. That smaller stroke is aimed at fine sanding, not heavy stock removal. In real use, that means better finish quality and a lower chance of leaving a rough scratch pattern behind. The variable speed range of 6,000 to 12,000 RPM also gives you room to slow the tool down for more delicate work or turn it up when you need to move through prep work faster.

The ETS 125 is built around one-handed comfort. Festool calls it out as a compact, lightweight machine for vertical and overhead use, and the low weight is a big part of that. At 2.4 lbs. in use weight, it is easier to control on cabinet sides, doors, shelving, and other parts that are not flat on a bench. The body shape is also meant to fit comfortably in different hand sizes, which matters when you are sanding for a long stretch instead of just making a few passes.

Festool's Vibration-stop balancing is not just a comfort feature. It helps the pad track more smoothly, which supports better finish results and better control. Less harsh vibration usually means you stay on the surface more consistently and are less likely to rush the last few passes because your hand is getting tired. The sanding pad brake is another practical detail. It helps stop the pad quickly and reduces the chance of marking the work when you lift off or set the sander down.

Dust handling is one of the biggest reasons people move into the Festool sanding system, and this sander is clearly built around that idea. The Jetstream design is intended to improve dust removal, keep the air cleaner, and extend abrasive and pad life. It also uses a bayonet-style locking dust port and a 1-1/16" (27 mm) dust extraction connection, so you can run it with the included dust bag or hook it to Festool dust extraction for cleaner sanding and less cleanup. For finish work inside a home, shop, or jobsite punch list, that matters as much as raw sanding speed.

The 250 watt motor is sized for finish sanding duties and, according to Festool's product information, improves material removal rates over the prior version while keeping the tool compact. A sealed switch helps keep internal dust buildup down, and the pad protector lets you sand close to adjacent surfaces without beating them up. Those are small details, but they are the kinds of details that make a finish sander more useful in real trim and cabinet work.

As part of the Festool system, the ETS 125 REQ-Plus also benefits from the plug-it removable power cord setup. If you already run Festool corded tools, being able to swap cords between tools is simply faster and cleaner on the bench or on site. The included Systainer3 also keeps the sander, cord, and accessories organized instead of getting knocked around in a generic bag or tote.

Who should buy it? This sander makes the most sense for woodworkers, finish carpenters, cabinet installers, remodelers, and serious DIY users who care more about surface quality and dust control than brute-force removal. If your work is mostly final prep before finish, between-coat sanding, or smoothing visible wood parts, the Festool 576070 ETS 125 REQ-Plus 5" (125 mm) Random Orbital Sander is right in its lane. If you need aggressive leveling first, start with a heavier-cut sander and use this one for the finish passes.

Festool CT 36 EI HEPA Dust Extractor

The Festool 577872 CLEANTEC CT 36 EI HEPA Dust Extractor is a professional dust extractor built for workshop dust collection and jobsite cleanup. This is a dust extractor designed for dry and wet extraction, tool-triggered dust collection, and cleaner work around corded and compatible cordless tools. Model Number 577872. If you need one extractor that can handle daily sanding, cutting, drilling, and general cleanup without constantly stopping to empty it, this is the one Festool built to sit right in the middle of your system.

The big selling point here is capacity without the usual penalty in size. Festool gives you a 36-liter container, or nearly 9.5 gallons, while keeping the machine compact enough to move through a shop or around a remodel. That matters when you are collecting dust all day from sanders, track saws, routers, or cleanup work and do not want a small extractor filling up every couple of hours. With up to 138 CFM of airflow and a maximum vacuum rating of 96 inches of static water lift, it has the pull needed for serious dust collection, not just light bench cleanup.

Festool also got the controls right. The touch-style push-button interface is simple to use, and you get five suction levels instead of one fixed setting. That means you can back suction down when a sander wants controlled airflow, or turn it up when you are collecting heavier debris. Tool-triggered operation for corded tools keeps the extractor and tool working together automatically, which is a real time-saver when you are bouncing from cut to cut or moving through repetitive sanding work.

Where this model separates itself from a basic shop vacuum is system integration. The built-in Bluetooth interface lets the extractor start automatically with compatible Festool Bluetooth battery packs or an optional remote control. You can also connect it to the Festool app for support and warning notifications. On the job, that means less walking over to the extractor and less breaking your rhythm. If you already run Festool cordless tools or want cleaner remote startup control, this is a meaningful upgrade over a standard corded extractor.

The physical design is clearly aimed at daily use. The smooth anti-static suction hose is built to reduce snagging, which matters more than it sounds when you are moving around a bench, assembly table, or finished interior. Festool includes integrated hose storage and cord wrap so the setup stays organized instead of turning into a pile of hose and cable at the end of the day. Large wheels make it easier to roll, while the integrated brake keeps it planted once you have it where you want it.

It is also built to function as a hub, not just a vacuum. T-LOC compatibility lets you dock Systainers on top, and Festool also calls out compatibility with the Pre-separator and Workcenter. That gives you one rolling station for extraction, storage, and workflow organization. In a shop, that keeps sanding and cutting accessories together. On a remodel or install job, it cuts down on trips back to the van and helps keep the work area tighter and cleaner.

The included HEPA main filter is a big part of why this extractor matters to pros working indoors, in occupied homes, or anywhere dust control is not optional. Festool rates it for both dry and wet extraction, which adds flexibility when cleanup conditions change during the day. The anti-static setup also helps reduce nuisance static buildup during operation, which makes the overall system feel more refined than a generic jobsite vacuum.

Who should buy it? This extractor makes the most sense for woodworkers, remodelers, finish carpenters, installers, and serious DIY users who already care about cleaner cuts, better sanding results, and less post-job cleanup. If you want the cheapest vacuum possible, this is not that tool. If you want a dust extractor that works like part of a complete Festool workflow and earns its keep every day, the CT 36 EI HEPA is the kind of machine you buy once and use for years.

Festool Granat 5-in. (D125) Abrasives 100-Piece Value Set Systainer3

The Festool 578193 Granat D125 Abrasives 100-Piece Value Set Systainer3 is a 5 inch abrasive disc assortment packed in a SYS3 M 112 Systainer for storage, transport, and quick grit changes. This is a sanding disc set designed for surface preparation and finish sanding across painted surfaces, hard substrates, plastics, acrylic, fillers, and repair compounds. Model Number: 578193. If you use a compatible Festool 5" (125 mm) sander and want a clean starting lineup of discs instead of piecing together separate boxes, this set makes sense.

What matters here is the grit spread. You get 20 discs each in P60, P80, P120, P180, and P220, so you can move from heavier material removal into intermediate smoothing and final finish work with one case. For a painter, finisher, or woodworker, that means less guessing about what to order first and fewer interruptions when a job changes halfway through.

Festool SELFCLEAN Filter Bags for CT 36, 5-Pack

The Festool 496186 SELFCLEAN Filter Bag for CT 36 is a replacement dust extractor bag made for Festool CT 36 units. This is a dust extractor filter bag designed for collecting fine dust and debris while maintaining consistent suction. Model Number: 496186. If you run a CT 36 on sanding, cutting, or general cleanup, this bag matters because it helps the extractor keep working efficiently instead of fading off as the bag fills.

Who should buy this bundle? Finishers, cabinetmakers, painters and remodelers who sand indoors and want the dust in the bag, not on the floor or in the air. The CT 36 EI has the largest container of the three, 9.5 gal (36 L), with 138 CFM of airflow for high-volume sanding, sheet goods breakdown and fewer bag changes.

Festool ETS 125 REQ-Plus 5-in. Random Orbital Sander

Festool CT 36 EI HEPA Dust Extractor

Festool Granat 5-in. (D125) Abrasives 100-Piece Value Set Systainer3

The sander and the extractor you'd end up buying anyway

The Festool ETS 125 REQ-Plus 5-in. Random Orbital Sander + CT 36 EI HEPA Dust Extractor Bundle gets you a complete Festool sander system in one order, with the accessories you would buy next already in the box.

• Who it's for: Finishers, cabinetmakers, painters and remodelers who sand indoors and want the dust in the bag, not on the floor or in the air.
• Why it stands out: The ETS 125 and the CT 36 are built to work together, and the matched Granat Abrasives plus five spare filter bags mean the system is ready to work the day it arrives.
• Worth knowing: The CT 36 EI has the largest container of the three, 9.5 gal (36 L), with 138 CFM of airflow for high-volume sanding, sheet goods breakdown and fewer bag changes. The same tool is also offered with the other two extractors if you want more capacity or a smaller footprint.

• Is this a corded or cordless sander? It is a corded sander that runs on 120 VAC and uses Festool's removable plug-it power cord system.
• What kind of sanding is this model best for? It is best for finish sanding and pre-sanding where high surface quality is the goal, thanks to the 1/16" (2 mm) sanding stroke.
• Is this dust extractor rated for wet and dry use? Yes. Festool lists the CT 36 EI HEPA as ideal for both dry and wet extraction.
• Does it support automatic startup with tools? Yes. It supports tool-triggered operation for corded power tools and also has built-in Bluetooth for compatible Festool cordless tools or an optional remote control.
• Do the spare filter bags fit the extractor in this bundle? Yes. The 496186 SELFCLEAN filter bags are made for the Festool CT 36, the extractor included in this bundle.