Which New Sander?

[Larry Frank]

I have to replace my 1/4 sheet dewalt sander that I have used for cabinet doors, panels and face frames. I am looking at several options such as the Festool RTS 400 EQ. I want a sander with a retangular sanding pad for panels and frames, light weight and good dust control.

I am also ordering a Festool CT 26 dust extractor. I could get one of the combo deals with a dust extractor and sander but also wonder if there is another sander that I should be looking at.

[Callan Campbell]

I own this sander. It replaced a 1/4 sheet Makita that was nice too, but underwhelming with dust collection. The Festool is easy to control as well.

[Zack Teal]

if ur going to order the festool ct26 i would get a festool sander along with it. you can get a deal if you order them as a package

[Joe Jensen]

You can't believe how well the dust collection works with Festool sanders. Once I bought my first one, I ended up replaced all the rest within 6 months. I have the RTS and it's a very nice sander with fantastic dust collection...joe

[Ryan Hellmer]

Makita also makes a 1/3 sheet sander that is excellent. I never liked 1/4 sheet sanders anyways.

Ryan

[Paul Canaris]

I would start with the ETS 125. It is easy to use and is the closest in size to most 1/4 sheet sanders and it is small enough to do most detail work. I would later add on a 150 for larger surfaces. For big surfaces nothing works like a drum sander (Jet, performax etc) or a wide belt sander. If you can't afford or justify one, find someone who has one and bring beer. The dust extractors are a must have and one of the best things Festool does.

[Larry Frank]

Thanks for the comments - I just ordered the CT 26 and RTS 400 EQ. I can not wait for it to get here.

[Tim Mahoney]

don't waste your money on the Festool sand paper. It's junk and expensive. The paper at HD works better.