The Festool RTS 400 REQ-Plus Orbital Sander + CT 36 EI HEPA Dust Extractor Bundle pairs the Festool RTS 400 REQ-Plus Orbital Sander with the Festool CT 36 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 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 576054-577872-578194-496186.

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 36, 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 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 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 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 RTS 400 REQ-Plus Orbital Sander

Festool CT 36 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 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 RTS 400 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.

• 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.
• 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.