Dust Particle Separator From Festool

Following the release of Bluetooth-enabled accessories for its CT extractors, Festool now has a cyclonic dust separator available as well. The CT Cyclone unit is an anti-static, pre-separator that collects large debris as well as coarse and fine dust. A pan, which holds a collection container and disposable bag, locks on top of the CT extractor, holding the Cyclone Systainer on top. A hose attaches the unit to the CT extractor. Because large debris is collected into the separator before it reaches the extractor’s bag, it means you’ll use fewer fleece bags and the filters will have prolonged life. This setup is also said to maintain high suction power by reducing the load on the extractor’s filter. According to Festool, when the cyclonic system is used with a HEPA-certified CT dust extractor, it is OSHA Table 1 compliant. This accessory can be used with all Festool CT 26/36/48 dust extractors. The CT-VA-20 includes a Cyclone Systainer, collection container, Systainer pan, hose connector, lid, and disposable bags, and it sells for $375