The Festool RTS 400 REQ-Plus Orbital Sander + CT 26 EI HEPA Dust Extractor Bundle pairs the Festool RTS 400 REQ-Plus Orbital Sander with the Festool CT 26 EI HEPA Dust Extractor, then adds the Festool Granat 80 x 133 mm 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 576054-577871-578194-496187.

Buying the pieces as one system means the setup works on day one. The extractor's anti-static suction hose connects to the RTS 400's dust port, the Granat 80 x 133 mm Abrasives 100-Piece Value Set Systainer3 loads the sander with 100 Granat 80 x 133 mm sheets 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 RTS 400 REQ-Plus Orbital Sander

Festool 576054 RTS 400 REQ Orbital Sander w/ Systainer3 is a compact finish orbital sander built for one-handed sanding on trim, edges, face frames, window components, and other smaller flat surfaces. This is a finish orbital sander designed for one-handed finish sanding on flat, vertical, and overhead surfaces. Model Number: 576054. If you need control more than raw size, this is the kind of sander that makes sense because it gets into tighter spots and stays manageable when you are working at awkward angles.

The big advantage with the RTS 400 REQ is how its shape matches the work. The rectangular 3-1/8" x 5-1/4" (80 x 133 mm) pad gives you better access along edges and frame members than a round finish sander, while still giving full pad contact for controlled sanding. Festool rates it at 6,000 to 12,000 RPM with step-less variable speed, so you can slow it down for more delicate finish work or keep it moving when you are stripping paint, leveling filler, or prepping wood and veneer before finishing.

Festool also updated this version with a 250 watt motor and MMC electronics. That matters because it is not just about higher output on paper. Constant speed under load, soft start, and overload protection help the tool stay more consistent when you lean into it, especially on denser wood or when you are trying to keep a uniform scratch pattern across a visible surface. The short version is simple: the sander feels controlled instead of jumpy, and that is what gives you cleaner results.

For comfort, the RTS 400 REQ is built around one-handed use. The rubberized grip, textured surfaces, balanced vibration control, and low overall weight are there for a reason. On vertical panels, cabinet parts, and overhead work, that lower fatigue adds up fast. If you have ever tried to use a bulkier sander on a window sash or along installed trim, you already know why a tool like this earns its keep.

Dust collection is another real selling point here. The interlocking dust port is designed to work with Festool CT dust extractors and the latest CT connector for a more secure hose connection. When you are not hooked to extraction, the included long-life dust bag gives you a cleaner option than just letting dust fly. On finish work, that means less airborne dust settling back onto your surface and less cleanup at the end of the job.

The Festool system piece is worth mentioning too. The Plug-it power cord lets you swap cords between compatible Festool tools instead of dedicating a cord to every tool in the stack. The StickFix hook-and-loop pad system also makes abrasive changes fast, which matters when you are stepping through grits instead of forcing one paper disc or sheet to do too much. It is a small workflow upgrade, but on cabinet work, punch work, and trim prep, those minutes add up.

Who is this for? Painters, trim carpenters, cabinet installers, finish carpenters, remodelers, and serious woodworkers are the obvious fit. It is especially useful for anyone sanding installed work, narrow parts, vertical faces, or detail areas where a full-size random orbit sander feels too large. If your work lives on doors, window frames, rails, stiles, face frames, and edge prep, this Festool finish sander is a smart buy.

Connected to a Festool extractor like the Festool CT 26 EI HEPA Dust Extractor, this sander pulls dust directly at the pad for a cleaner finish and less airborne mess.

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 80 x 133 mm Abrasives 100-Piece Value Set Systainer3

The Festool 578194 Granat RTS/RTSC/LS130 80x133 Abrasives 100-Piece Value Set Systainer3 is a sheet sanding abrasive kit built around Festool's SYS3 storage system. This is a sandpaper set designed for surface preparation, finish sanding, and paint or filler work with compatible 3-1/8" x 5-1/4" (80 x 133 mm) sheet sanders. Model Number 578194. If you use a Festool detail or sheet sander and want the right grits organized, protected, and easy to grab, this setup does that better than keeping loose packs scattered around the shop or truck.

What makes this set useful is not just the sheet count, but the spread of grits. You get 20 GRANAT sheets each in P60, P80, P120, P180, and P220. That covers the typical progression from heavier material removal into intermediate smoothing and final prep before finish. On the job, that means less downtime between sanding steps and less temptation to push a worn or wrong grit too far. If you're working modern paint systems, VOC clear coats, hard substrates, plastics, acrylic, repair compounds, or fillers, that range makes sense.

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 RTS 400 REQ-Plus Orbital Sander

Festool CT 26 EI HEPA Dust Extractor

Festool Granat 80 x 133 mm Abrasives 100-Piece Value Set Systainer3

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

The Festool RTS 400 REQ-Plus Orbital 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 RTS 400 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.

• What kind of sander is this? It is a finish orbital sander with a rectangular sanding pad for small flat surfaces, edges, frame members, and detail sanding.
• Can it be used on vertical or overhead surfaces? Yes. Festool specifically positions the RTS 400 REQ for flat, vertical, and overhead sanding because of its compact size and one-handed design.
• 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.