Key Features
Deeper Filter CleaningThe sliding closure gives the CT AutoClean filter a more thorough clean. That helps restore airflow and keeps dust extraction working the way it should. Built for CT 36 ACThis Festool blast gate is made for the CT 36 AC PLANEX dust extractor setup. It adds simple control right at the hose connection without changing your overall workflow. Dust Stays ContainedClose the gate to help prevent debris from spilling during transport. It can also work as a shut-off valve when paired with Festool Y-adapter 452898.
Overview
The Festool 497926 CT 36 AC Auto Clean Dust Extractor Blast Gate is a vacuum accessory for Festool dust extractors. This is a vacuum accessory designed for improving filter cleaning and controlling dust flow on a CT 36 AC PLANEX setup. Model Number 497926. If you run a Festool AutoClean extractor and want a simple way to clean the filter more thoroughly while also keeping dust contained, this is the part that handles it.
What matters here is not just that it opens and closes. The sliding closure is built to give the CT AutoClean filter a deeper clean with a quick manual action. In real use, that means better airflow recovery when fine dust starts loading the system. Better airflow means stronger dust extraction, and stronger dust extraction means less mess at the tool and less drop-off in performance during sanding or cleanup.
This Festool blast gate also adds practical control to the hose connection. When the closure is shut, it helps keep dust from spilling out during transport. That is a small detail until you have to move a loaded extractor between rooms, into a van, or up a flight of stairs. Then it becomes one of those accessories that saves cleanup time you should not have had to do in the first place.
The design is straightforward, which is exactly what you want on a dust extraction accessory. It is made from plastic, weighs about 0.9 lbs, and measures roughly 6 inches long by 3 inches high. That keeps it light enough not to feel like dead weight on the setup while still being durable enough for regular jobsite handling. Festool built it in Germany, and the part is purpose-built for the matching extractor rather than being a generic workaround.
Compatibility is specific. This accessory is suitable for the Festool CT 36 AC PLANEX and is listed as compatible with FESTOOL CT 36 AC dust extractors. It can also be used as a shut-off valve when used with Festool Y-adapter 452898. If you are building out a dust extraction system around PLANEX sanding or other fine-dust work, that compatibility is the reason to buy this exact part instead of trying to adapt something else.
Who should buy it? Anyone already running a CT 36 AC PLANEX who wants better dust extractor control, cleaner transport, and a more effective way to manually help the AutoClean filter do its job. This is not a universal accessory and it is not trying to be. It is for Festool users who want the right part for the right extractor and would rather keep the system working properly than fight dust, lost suction, or makeshift shut-offs.
Keep Suction Working Longer
The whole point of this accessory is simple: give your AutoClean extractor a better manual clean when the filter needs it. That helps maintain strong vacuum performance when fine dust starts building up.
- Sliding closure provides a mechanism for easy, deep cleaning of the Festool CT AutoClean filter
- Helps ensure maximum dust extraction by cleaning the filter
Built Into the PLANEX Dust Setup
This is a system part, not a generic add-on. It is made for the CT 36 AC PLANEX, so it makes sense for users who depend on clean, controlled dust extraction during sanding and cleanup.
- Suitable for Festool CT 36 AC PLANEX
- Can also be used as a shut-off valve with Festool Y-adapter 452898
Less Mess During Transport
Dust control does not stop when the tool is off. Closing the gate helps keep the extractor contents where they belong when you move the machine around the shop, trailer, or jobsite.
- Helps prevent dust extraction contents from spilling during transport
- Lightweight plastic construction keeps the accessory easy to handle at about 0.9 lbs
What’s in the Box
- (1) Festool Blast Gate
Key Specifications
| Tool Type | Vacuum Accessory |
|---|---|
| Compatible Extractor | Festool CT 36 AC Dust Extractors / CT 36 AC PLANEX |
| Material | Plastic |
| Weight (lbs) | 0.9 lbs |
| Length | 6 in |
| Height | 3 in |
| Color | Gray |
| Made In | Germany |
Compatibility
Dust Extractor PlatformSuitable for Festool CT 36 AC PLANEX and listed as compatible with FESTOOL CT 36 AC dust extractors. Accessory SystemCan be used as a shut-off valve when paired with Festool Y-adapter 452898.
Built For
Festool CT 36 AC PLANEX users Dust extraction system control AutoClean filter maintenance Dust containment during transport Drywall sanding setups Remodeling
Pro Tip
If your CT 36 AC starts feeling lazy on fine dust, do not assume the hose is the problem first. Use the blast gate to give the AutoClean filter a deeper clean and check suction again before you start chasing the rest of the setup.
Warranty & Support
3 Years Limited warranty.
Tool Nut’s Take
Tool Nut’s Take
Festool 497926 CT 36 AC Auto Clean Dust Extractor Blast Gate Is a Small Part That Solves a Real Annoyance
If you already own the right extractor, this is the kind of accessory that quietly makes the whole dust setup work better.
- Who it’s for: Festool users running a CT 36 AC PLANEX who want better filter cleaning, cleaner transport, and more control over airflow.
- Why it stands out: It is purpose-built for the system, helps restore dust extraction performance, and doubles as a practical shut-off option with the right adapter.
- Worth knowing: This is a specific vacuum accessory, not a universal fit part. Buy it because you run the compatible Festool extractor, not because you need a generic gate.
Common Questions
- What does this blast gate do? It provides a mechanism for easy, deep cleaning of the Festool CT AutoClean filter and helps maximize dust extraction by cleaning the filter.
- Which extractor is it made for? It is suitable for the Festool CT 36 AC PLANEX and listed as compatible with FESTOOL CT 36 AC dust extractors.
- Can it help prevent dust from spilling when moving the extractor? Yes. It can be used to help prevent the contents of the dust extraction system from spilling during transport.
- Can it be used as a shut-off valve? Yes, when used with Festool Y-adapter 452898.
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