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DeWalt DWE7492 vs Festool CTL 26 EI
The DeWalt DWE7492 is a 250 mm site table saw, 240v mains. The Festool CTL 26 EI is a mobile dust extractor for connected power tool extraction.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Specifications side by side
| DeWalt DWE7492 | Festool CTL 26 EI | |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 26.5 kg | 13.90 kg |
| Motor | 2000w | - |
| Rip capacity | 825mm | - |
| Blade size | 250mm | - |
| Power consumption | - | 350-1200 W |
| Max airflow | - | 3900 l/min |
| Max vacuum | - | 24,000 Pa |
| Container/filter bag capacity | - | 26 / 24 litres |
Sources: DeWalt DWE7492, Festool CTL 26 EI. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the DWE7492 if...
A portable 250 mm table saw with a roll cage and rack and pinion fence. Used by carpenters and joiners for ripping and cross-cutting timber and sheet material on site.
Full DWE7492 specifications →Buy or hire the CTL 26 EI if...
The CTL 26 is the workhorse dust extractor that Festool track saw and sander owners buy to complete their system, with Bluetooth auto-start when a connected tool is switched on. It is chosen over generic site vacuums for dust class L filtration and integration with Festool's Systainer storage.
Full CTL 26 EI specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the DeWalt DWE7492 and the Festool CTL 26 EI?
The DeWalt DWE7492 is a 250 mm site table saw, 240V mains; the Festool CTL 26 EI is a mobile dust extractor for connected power tool extraction.
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