The Festool RO 125 FEQ-Plus Rotex 5-in. Multi-Mode Sander + CT 26 EI HEPA Dust Extractor Bundle pairs the Festool RO 125 FEQ-Plus Rotex 5-in. Multi-Mode Sander with the Festool CT 26 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 26, 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 576032-577871-578193-496187.

Buying the pieces as one system means the setup works on day one. The extractor's anti-static suction hose connects to the RO 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 26, so you are not shopping for consumables the first week.

Festool RO 125 FEQ-Plus Rotex 5-in. Multi-Mode Sander

The Festool 576032 RO 125 FEQ-Plus Rotex 5" (125 mm) Multi-Mode Sander w/ Systainer3 is a compact corded sanding and polishing tool built for users who need one machine to handle rough stock removal, finish sanding, and polishing. This is a multi-mode sander designed for fast material removal, fine surface prep, and polishing on wood and similar finished surfaces. Model Number: 576032.

What makes this sander different is the ROTEX system. In the gear-driven mode, it cuts aggressively for stripping finishes, flattening surfaces, and removing material quickly. Switch to random orbital mode and it becomes a finish sander for finer surface work. Festool also calls it a triple-function tool because it can polish as well, which matters if you want one machine that can move from prep to finish work without dragging multiple sanders onto the bench.

The motor is rated at 500 watts and the speed range is broad enough to cover both heavy and controlled work. ROTEX rotary motion runs at 300 to 600 RPM, while eccentric motion runs from 3,000 to 6,000 RPM. On the job, that means you can lean on it when you need faster stock removal, then back down and refine the surface when the goal is a cleaner final pass. The 1/8" (3.6 mm) sanding stroke helps balance removal rate with surface quality, which is why this model lands in that useful middle ground between a dedicated heavy remover and a dedicated finish-only sander.

The size is a big part of the appeal. With a 5" (125 mm) FastFix pad and a compact body, the RO 125 is easier to maneuver than a larger dual-mode sander, especially on vertical panels, cabinet parts, tabletops, and tighter working areas. Festool also highlights its ergonomic shape and multiple grip positions, and you can see why from the body design. It gives you a secure front-hand grip for control and a rear hold that keeps the machine planted when you need to work flat and steady.

Dust control is one of the reasons people buy into Festool in the first place, and this model is built around that idea. The Jetstream dust extraction design is there to pull dust away efficiently, which helps keep the abrasive cutting cleaner instead of loading up fast. Better dust collection is not just about keeping the shop cleaner. It helps you see the scratch pattern, reduces cleanup, and can extend the life of both abrasives and the pad. The dust extraction connection diameter is 1-1/16" (27 mm), which matters if you are pairing it with a hose and extractor setup.

The RO 125 also focuses on jobsite practicality. The FastFix tool-free backing pad system lets you change pads quickly to match the task, so you are not wasting time wrestling with hardware when moving from heavier sanding to a more delicate surface. Festool also notes an integrated pad brake and an edge protector. Those details matter when you are working near adjacent surfaces or when you want to avoid marring the workpiece as the pad spins down.

As a corded tool, this sander runs on 120 VAC and includes Festool's Plug-It power cord system. That detachable cord setup is useful if you already run multiple Festool corded tools because it speeds up changeover and keeps cord management simpler at the bench or on site. It also ships in a Systainer3, which is more than packaging. It keeps the tool, cord, protector, and pad together so the sander is easier to store, transport, and stack with the rest of a Festool setup.

Who is this for? Woodworkers, painters, solid surface fabricators, remodelers, and finish-focused trades who need one compact sander that can do more than one job well. If your work regularly moves from paint removal or heavier prep into finish sanding on the same project, the RO 125 makes a lot of sense. If all you need is a light finish sander, it may be more tool than necessary. But if you want versatility in a compact 5 inch platform, this is the kind of machine that earns its space fast.

Festool CT 26 EI HEPA Dust Extractor

The Festool 577871 CLEANTEC CT 26 EI HEPA Dust Extractor is a professional jobsite and workshop dust extractor built for cleaner cutting, sanding, and general cleanup. This is a dust extractor designed for dry and wet extraction with tool-triggered operation. Model Number 577871. If you already run Festool saws, sanders, or cordless tools, this unit is built to act like the center of that system instead of just being a vacuum parked in the corner.

What makes the CT 26 EI matter is how it combines usable capacity with real mobility. The 6.9 gal (26 liter) container gives you nearly 7 gallons of room, but the machine still keeps compact dimensions at 25 inches long, 14 inches wide, and 22 inches high. That balance is a big deal on the job because larger extractors can be a pain to move, while smaller ones fill too quickly. Festool landed in the sweet spot here for cabinet work, remodeling, finish carpentry, and shop use.

Suction performance is strong where it counts. The high-performance turbine delivers up to 138 CFM and up to 96 inches of static water lift, which means it can keep up with dust collection at the tool while also handling cleanup duties. The five-level suction adjustment matters just as much as the max number. Being able to back the suction down helps when you are working with sanders or on surfaces where too much pull can fight the tool.

The control layout is more practical than old-school dial-and-switch setups. Festool uses push-button touch controls for straightforward operation, and the extractor supports automatic tool-triggered start for corded power tools. On the cordless side, the built-in Bluetooth interface lets the extractor start automatically with compatible Festool Bluetooth battery packs or an optional remote. That saves steps, keeps dust collection active when it should be, and makes the machine feel like part of the workflow instead of a separate task to manage.

Festool also paid attention to the stuff that usually gets ignored until it annoys you. The anti-static smooth suction hose is designed to reduce snagging and static buildup. The integrated hose holder and cord wrap keep the setup from turning into a mess in the van or at the end of the day. Large wheels make it easier to roll over thresholds and rougher surfaces, while the integrated brake helps keep the extractor from wandering when the hose gets tugged.

As a system machine, the CT 26 EI is set up to do more than collect dust. T-LOC compatibility allows Systainers to attach on top, and it also works as a base for other Festool workflow add-ons like the Pre-separator or Workcenter. That is useful if you want one mobile station carrying the extractor and the tools or accessories needed for the task. In a small shop or a punch-list van, that kind of stackable setup saves space fast.

Filtration is another reason buyers step up to this model. It includes a HEPA main filter plus a SELFCLEAN filter bag, so you are starting with a setup aimed at fine dust control rather than bare-minimum debris pickup. For trades working indoors, especially around finish work, sanding dust, or occupied spaces, that matters. Cleaner air and cleaner floors mean less time on cleanup and less dust spreading through the room you just worked in.

Who should buy it? Pros who want a serious dust extraction setup that works in the shop and on install work. It makes sense for woodworking, finish carpentry, remodeling, interior renovation, and anyone already invested in Festool tools and Systainers. If you just need a basic cleanup vacuum, this is more machine than you need. If you want a dust extractor that integrates into how you actually work, the CT 26 EI is the right kind of upgrade.

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 26, 5-Pack

The Festool SC FIS-CT 26/5 SELFCLEAN Filter Bag is a replacement filter bag pack for Festool CT 26 dust extractors. This is a dust extractor filter bag designed for collecting fine dust and debris while helping the vacuum maintain strong airflow. Model Number 496187. If you run a CT 26 in the shop or on site, this is the bag setup that makes the extractor work the way it is supposed to.

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 26 EI is the middle option, with a 6.9 gal (26 L) container and 138 CFM of airflow, balancing capacity and mobility for shop and jobsite work.

Festool RO 125 FEQ-Plus Rotex 5-in. Multi-Mode Sander

Festool CT 26 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 RO 125 FEQ-Plus Rotex 5-in. Multi-Mode Sander + CT 26 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 RO 125 and the CT 26 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 26 EI is the middle option, with a 6.9 gal (26 L) container and 138 CFM of airflow, balancing capacity and mobility for shop and jobsite work. 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 120 VAC sander and includes a Festool Plug-It power cord.
• Can this tool do more than finish sanding? Yes. It is designed for coarse sanding, fine sanding, and polishing.
• Can this extractor handle wet and dry pickup? Yes. Festool lists the CT 26 EI HEPA as ideal for dry and wet extraction.
• Does it support automatic start with tools? Yes. It is designed for automatic tool-triggered operation with corded power tools, and the built-in Bluetooth also supports automatic start from compatible Festool cordless tools or an optional remote.
• Do the spare filter bags fit the extractor in this bundle? Yes. The 496187 SELFCLEAN filter bags are made for the Festool CT 26, the extractor included in this bundle.