Key Features
Maintains SuctionThe self-cleaning fleece design helps prevent fine dust from caking inside the bag, so your CT 26 dust extractor keeps pulling hard longer instead of fading early. Pre-Filter ProtectionThis bag captures particles down to 5 microns and works as a pre-filter, which helps reduce wear on the main HEPA filter and cuts down on replacement frequency. CT 26 FitThe Festool SC FIS-CT 26/5 SELFCLEAN Filter Bag is made for Festool CT 26 dust extractors and includes five bags, so you are stocked for regular shop or jobsite dust collection.
Overview
The Festool SC FIS-CT 26/5 SELFCLEAN Filter Bag is a replacement filter bag pack for Festool CT 26 dust extractors. This is a dust extractor filter bag designed for collecting fine dust and debris while helping the vacuum maintain strong airflow. Model Number 496187. If you run a CT 26 in the shop or on site, this is the bag setup that makes the extractor work the way it is supposed to.
What matters here is the SELFCLEAN fleece construction. Fine dust normally sticks to the inside of a bag and starts building a layer that cuts suction long before the bag is actually full. Festool built this bag to resist that caking effect, which means better use of the bag volume and more consistent suction through the fill cycle. On real jobs, that means less time stopping to troubleshoot weak extraction and less wasted bag capacity.
This bag also works as a pre-filter and captures particles down to 5 microns. That is important if you are collecting sanding dust, sawdust, or other fine material that would otherwise load up the main HEPA filter faster. By catching that fine material earlier, the bag helps extend the life of the main filter and reduces the wear that comes from running the extractor with restricted airflow.
Festool also kept disposal practical. The integrated flap seals the bag opening when it is time to change it, so you are not dumping collected dust back into the air or all over the floor. The bag material is described as tear resistant, which matters when you are dealing with a full bag of compacted fine dust and do not want a mess in the van, the shop, or the client space.
Compatibility is straightforward. This filter bag is suitable for the Festool CT 26 platform, including CT 26 E compatibility listed in supplementary data. It is not a general-purpose vacuum bag and should be treated as a model-specific dust extraction accessory. If you use a CT 26 for sanding, cleanup between cuts, or connected dust collection at the tool, this is the correct style of consumable to keep on hand.
Who should buy it? Anyone already invested in a Festool CT 26 dust extractor who wants the extractor to keep performing properly. It makes the most sense for woodworkers, remodelers, finish carpenters, installers, and serious DIY users who generate a lot of fine dust and do not want suction dropping off halfway through the bag. This is not the flashy part of the setup, but it is one of the parts that directly affects how well the whole system works.
Keeps Dust Extraction Working Longer
A dust extractor is only as good as the bag inside it. This SELFCLEAN filter bag is built to reduce the fine-dust caking that usually robs a vacuum of suction before the bag is full.
- Self-cleaning fleece design helps maintain airflow and usable bag volume
- Captures particles down to 5 microns and helps protect the main HEPA filter
What’s in the Box
- (5) Festool SELFCLEAN Filter Bags for CT 26
Key Specifications
| Bag Type | SELFCLEAN Filter Bag |
|---|---|
| Compatibility | Festool CT 26 / CT 26 E |
| Material | Self-Cleaning Fleece |
| Filtration | Captures particles down to 5 microns |
| Quantity | 5 Bags |
| Weight (lbs) | 0.5 |
| HEPA Filter Support | Yes, acts as a pre-filter |
| Made In | Germany |
Compatibility
Dust Extractor Fit Suitable for Festool CT 26 dust extractors. Model Compatibility Supplementary product data lists compatibility with Festool CT 26 E. Filter System Role Functions as a pre-filter to help protect the main HEPA filter in the extractor.
Built For
WoodworkingFinish CarpentryRemodelingShop Dust CollectionJobsite CleanupFine Dust Extraction
Pro Tip
If you are doing a lot of sanding, keep a spare Festool SC FIS-CT 26/5 SELFCLEAN Filter Bag in the van or drawer. Fine dust fills bags differently than chips, and swapping to a fresh bag before the extractor is packed out helps the CT 26 keep its airflow where you want it.
Tool Nut’s Take
Tool Nut’s Take
Festool SC FIS-CT 26/5 SELFCLEAN Filter Bag is one of those small parts that makes a big difference
If you own a CT 26, this is the bag you buy to keep suction up, keep the main filter cleaner, and keep dust disposal from turning into a mess.
- Who it’s for: CT 26 owners who use their dust extractor for sanding, woodworking, remodeling, and regular cleanup.
- Why it stands out: The self-cleaning fleece design is the whole story here. It helps the bag use more of its capacity before suction falls off.
- Worth knowing: This is a model-specific consumable, not a universal vacuum bag, so make sure your extractor is a Festool CT 26 platform.
Common Questions
- What extractor does this bag fit? It is suitable for Festool CT 26 dust extractors, and supplementary compatibility data specifically lists CT 26 E.
- What does SELFCLEAN mean here? It refers to the fleece bag design that helps reduce fine-dust caking inside the bag so suction stays more consistent during use.
- Does this bag help protect the main filter? Yes. It acts as a pre-filter and captures particles down to 5 microns, which helps reduce load on the main HEPA filter.
Reviews
There are no reviews yet.