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Festool CTL 26 EI vs Festool TS 55 FEBQ-Plus
The Festool CTL 26 EI is a mobile dust extractor for connected power tool extraction. The Festool TS 55 FEBQ-Plus is a plunge-cut track saw for accurate, splinter-free panel and timber cuts.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Specifications side by side
| Festool CTL 26 EI | Festool TS 55 FEBQ-Plus | |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 13.90 kg | 4.80 kg |
| Power consumption | 350-1200 W | - |
| Max airflow | 3900 l/min | - |
| Max vacuum | 24,000 Pa | - |
| Container/filter bag capacity | 26 / 24 litres | - |
| Power input | - | 1200 W |
| Cutting depth at 90 degrees | - | 0-55 mm |
| Blade diameter | - | 160 mm |
| No-load speed | - | 2000-5800 rpm |
Sources: Festool CTL 26 EI, Festool TS 55 FEBQ-Plus. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
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 →Buy or hire the TS 55 FEBQ-Plus if...
The TS 55 is Festool's core plunge saw, bought by joiners and shopfitters who want straight, splinter-free cuts when used with its guide rail system and connected extraction. It anchors the wider Festool track saw system that buyers expand with rails and accessories over time.
Full TS 55 FEBQ-Plus specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Festool CTL 26 EI and the Festool TS 55 FEBQ-Plus?
The Festool CTL 26 EI is a mobile dust extractor for connected power tool extraction; the Festool TS 55 FEBQ-Plus is a plunge-cut track saw for accurate, splinter-free panel and timber cuts.
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