The Festool ETS EC 125/3 EQ-Plus 5-in. Brushless Random Orbital Sander + CT 36 EI HEPA Dust Extractor Bundle pairs the Festool ETS EC 125/3 EQ-Plus 5-in. Brushless 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 576340-577872-578193-496186.

Buying the pieces as one system means the setup works on day one. The extractor's anti-static suction hose connects to the ETS EC 125/3'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 EC 125/3 EQ-Plus 5-in. Brushless Random Orbital Sander

The Festool ETS EC 125/3 EQ-Plus Random Orbital Sander is a 5 inch corded finish sander built for high-quality surface prep and final sanding. This is a random orbital sander designed for fine finish sanding on wood, paint, and other surface materials where control matters more than raw material removal. Model Number 576340. If you spend your day sanding doors, face frames, built-ins, panels, or painted surfaces, this is the kind of tool that earns its keep by staying smooth, light, and predictable.

The big story here is the combination of a brushless motor, a fine 1/8" (3 mm) sanding stroke, and a low-profile body. Festool rates the eccentric motion speed at 6,000 to 10,000 RPM, which gives you a useful speed range for dialing in the cut without turning the tool into a surface-damaging machine. That 3 mm stroke is what makes this sander a finish-first tool. It is meant for superfine sanding and refined surface work where you want to level, blend, and prep without leaving a rough scratch pattern behind.

Festool also got the ergonomics right. The compact body and top grip keep your hand close to the work, which improves feel and reduces fatigue during long sanding sessions. At 3.31 lbs, it stays light enough for vertical work, edge sanding, and overhead touchups without feeling awkward. The low-vibration design and active electronic vibration control are not just comfort features. They help you keep the pad flat, stay consistent, and avoid the arm fatigue that shows up when cheaper sanders start buzzing your hand numb.

Dust collection is a real part of the performance on this tool, not an afterthought. The ETS EC 125/3 EQ-Plus uses Festool Jetstream dust extraction and a 27 mm dust port, so dust is pulled through the pad to keep abrasive surfaces clearer while you work. In practical terms, that means less clogging, less airborne dust around finished spaces, and less chance of trapped debris scratching the workpiece. If you already work with a Festool dust extractor, this sander fits right into that workflow and makes more sense the more finish work you do indoors or in occupied spaces.

Another useful jobsite detail is the integrated pad brake with carbide-tipped components. When you lift the sander off the surface or set it down, the pad stops quickly. That helps reduce the chance of accidental marring on a finished surface and makes the tool feel more controlled between passes. Festool also includes a StickFix soft sanding pad, which speeds up abrasive changes and keeps the tool moving instead of wasting time peeling and reattaching discs that do not hold well.

Because this is a corded 120 VAC machine with a 13.1 ft (4 m) plug-it power cord, it is a good fit for production shops, cabinet installers, trim carpenters, painters, remodelers, and serious woodworkers who value consistent runtime over battery convenience. It is also a strong choice for anyone already invested in the Festool sanding system, since the sander is designed to work as part of a larger setup with matched abrasives, hoses, and extractors.

If your work leans toward final pass sanding, between-coat sanding, painted trim prep, or swirl-sensitive finish work, this tool makes more sense than a more aggressive random orbital sander. It is not trying to be a heavy stock removal machine. It is built for controlled, repeatable finish results, and that is exactly why pros buy it.

For dust-free finish sanding, pair this with the Festool 577874 CLEANTEC CT 36 EI AC AutoClean HEPA Dust Extractor, which auto-adjusts suction to match the sander's speed.

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 EC 125/3 EQ-Plus 5-in. Brushless 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 EC 125/3 EQ-Plus 5-in. Brushless 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 EC 125/3 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 random orbital sander powered by 120 VAC and supplied with a 13.1 ft (4 m) plug-it power cord.
• What kind of sanding is the 1/8" (3 mm) stroke best for? The 1/8" (3 mm) stroke is best for fine and superfine finish sanding where you want a smoother scratch pattern and more control.
• 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.