The Festool RO 90 DX FEQ-Plus Rotex Multi-Mode Sander + CT 36 EI HEPA Dust Extractor Bundle pairs the Festool RO 90 DX FEQ-Plus Rotex Multi-Mode Sander with the Festool CT 36 EI HEPA Dust Extractor, then adds the Festool Granat D90 / V93 Abrasives 160-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 576263-577872-578196-496186.

Buying the pieces as one system means the setup works on day one. The extractor's anti-static suction hose connects to the RO 90 DX's dust port, the Granat D90 / V93 Abrasives 160-Piece Value Set Systainer3 loads the sander with 160 Granat abrasives, round D90 and delta V93, in four grits from P60 through P180, and the five spare SELFCLEAN bags are sized for the CT 36, so you are not shopping for consumables the first week.

Festool RO 90 DX FEQ-Plus Rotex Multi-Mode Sander

The Festool 576263 RO 90 DX FEQ-Plus Rotex Sander is a compact multi-mode sander built for pros who need one tool to handle rough stock removal, finish sanding, corner work, and polishing. This is a multi-mode sander designed for aggressive material removal, finish sanding, detail sanding, and polishing. Model Number 576263. If you work on cabinetry, trim, painted surfaces, or detailed woodworking, this tool matters because it cuts down the number of sanders you need on the bench or in the van.

What makes the RO 90 different is the way it moves between jobs. In ROTEX gear-driven mode, it removes material fast for stripping finishes or flattening rough areas. Switch to random orbital mode and it becomes a finish sander for cleaner, more controlled surface prep. Swap to the delta pad and it gets into corners, edges, and tight spots that a round pad cannot reach. Add polishing accessories and it can also handle finish polishing on the right surfaces.

The pad change is a big part of the appeal here. Festool's FastFix setup lets you switch from the 3.5 inch round pad to the V93 delta pad without tools, so the machine stays useful when the work changes. On real projects, that means you can sand an open field, move right into a corner, then come back for finish passes without grabbing another corded sander. For furniture work, built-ins, window sash work, stair parts, and trim repairs, that kind of flexibility saves real time.

This sander is also built like a serious shop and jobsite tool. Festool calls out tough construction, and the sealed metal gearbox is designed for hard use in dusty conditions. The compact body and multiple grip positions give you good control when you're working on edges, curved parts, or vertical surfaces. At 3.3 lbs, it stays manageable for overhead work and longer sanding sessions where a bulkier machine would wear you out.

Dust collection is one of the reasons people buy into Festool in the first place, and the RO 90 leans into that. The integrated extraction and Jetstream airflow design help pull dust away from the surface, which keeps the abrasive cutting longer and helps you see what you're doing. Hooked up to a Festool dust extractor, it becomes a much cleaner sanding setup for finish work indoors, especially when you're dealing with paint, varnish, or fine sanding passes where leftover dust can ruin the surface.

Festool also added the jobsite details that matter. The edge protector helps you work up against adjacent surfaces without scuffing them, which is useful around finished trim, face frames, and panel edges. MMC electronics add soft start, stepless variable speed control, constant speed under load, and overload protection. In plain terms, the sander starts smoother, stays more consistent while working, and gives you better control when you move from heavy sanding to polishing or finish prep.

As part of the Festool system, the RO 90 DX FEQ-Plus works with the Plug-It removable power cord and fits neatly into the included SYS3 M 187 Systainer for transport and storage. It also fits the way many Festool users already work: one connected system of tools, dust extraction, abrasives, and storage. If you already run Festool extractors or organize your kit in Systainers, this sander drops right into that workflow without adding clutter.

Who should buy it? This is a smart choice for finish carpenters, cabinet installers, furniture builders, remodelers, painters doing prep work, and serious DIY users who want pro-level control in a compact sander. If most of your sanding happens on large flat panels only, a dedicated larger random orbital sander may be faster. But if your work constantly moves between flat surfaces, profiles, edges, and corners, the RO 90 earns its keep fast.

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 D90 / V93 Abrasives 160-Piece Value Set Systainer3

The Festool 578196 Granat RO 90 / DX93 Abrasives D90 / V93 160-Piece Value Set Systainer3 is a sanding abrasive set built around Festool's SYS3 storage system. This is an abrasives set designed for sanding paint, clear coats, fillers, plastics, hard substrates, and finish surfaces with the RO 90 DX. Model Number: 578196. If you already run a Festool RO 90 DX and want both round and delta abrasives in the grits you actually use, this kit gives you a clean starting point without piecing everything together one sleeve at a time.

What makes this set useful is the mix. You are getting 20 each of D90 round abrasives and 20 each of V93 delta abrasives in P60, P80, P120, and P180, for a total of 160 pieces. That spread covers rougher removal at P60, general prep at P80, cleaner intermediate work at P120, and finer finish steps at P180. For painters, finish carpenters, cabinet installers, and woodworkers, that means fewer interruptions when the job moves from stripping or leveling into surface prep and final sanding.

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 RO 90 DX FEQ-Plus Rotex Multi-Mode Sander

Amperage	3.3 A
Weight	3.3 lbs
Round Pad Diameter	3.5 in
Variable Speed	Yes
Electronic Speed Control	Yes
Power Cord Length	13 ft
Made In	Germany
Sander Style	Disc

Festool CT 36 EI HEPA Dust Extractor

Festool Granat D90 / V93 Abrasives 160-Piece Value Set Systainer3

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

The Festool RO 90 DX FEQ-Plus Rotex Multi-Mode 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 RO 90 DX 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 finish sander or a material-removal sander? Both. It uses gear-driven ROTEX mode for aggressive sanding and random orbital mode for finish sanding.
• Can it sand corners? Yes. The RO 90 can be converted from the round pad to the included V93 delta pad for corners and tight spaces.
• 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.