Head to head
Festool CTL 26 EI vs Rubi TX-1250 MAX
The Festool CTL 26 EI is a mobile dust extractor for connected power tool extraction. The Rubi TX-1250 MAX is a manual rail tile cutter for large-format tiles.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Specifications side by side
| Festool CTL 26 EI | Rubi TX-1250 MAX | |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 13.90 kg | 26kg (57.3lbs) (with case) |
| Power consumption | 350-1200 W | - |
| Max airflow | 3900 l/min | - |
| Max vacuum | 24,000 Pa | - |
| Container/filter bag capacity | 26 / 24 litres | - |
| Max straight cut | - | 1250mm (49-1/4in) |
| Max diagonal cut | - | 850 x 850mm (33-1/2 x 33-1/2in) |
| Max tile thickness | - | 3-22mm (1/8-7/8in) |
| Guide rails | - | 30mm tubular steel guides with aluminium slides |
Sources: Festool CTL 26 EI, Rubi TX-1250 MAX. 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 TX-1250 MAX if...
A heavy-duty manual tile cutter used by tilers for cutting large floor and wall tiles on site. Its long tubular steel rails keep the cut straight on big-format tiles that a smaller cutter cannot handle.
Listed by
- North London Plant Hire Ltd - Enfield
- North London Plant Hire - London
Common questions
What is the difference between the Festool CTL 26 EI and the Rubi TX-1250 MAX?
The Festool CTL 26 EI is a mobile dust extractor for connected power tool extraction; the Rubi TX-1250 MAX is a manual rail tile cutter for large-format tiles.
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