Announcing: MAXSYS Wireless Remote for CT-vacs

[Cheese]

I'd love to pull the pin on this item as I'm always routing, vacuuming, sanding, vacuuming, Dominoing, vacuuming. The problem is I own a MIDI and a CT 22, so that pretty much eliminates me from the hunt.  [crying]

I also like the hose sleeve idea of Bryan's. The remote would always be readily at hand.

 

[bkharman]

I was thinking that I might get someone to 3D print me one for my 27mm hose and one for my 36 and have the remote just slip into it. Was thinking it could be printed with the spirals so I slip the tool connection off and "screw" this adapter on and put the nozzle back on. I also like the Velcro, but think it would need to be somewhat durable.

Cheers. Bryan.

 

[Jak147]

Great idea Rick. It's a shame that Festool is such a niche market. I'm sure there are plenty of other brands that would be enhanced by your product too.

Congrats on an innovative and convenient idea, Rick. There will be naysayers but I hope it goes well for you.

Mother always told me "if you don't have anything nice to say then don't say anything" it's a shame that some others weren't taught that too

 

[rvieceli]

I was thinking that I might get someone to 3D print me one for my 27mm hose and one for my 36 and have the remote just slip into it. Was thinking it could be printed with the spirals so I slip the tool connection off and "screw" this adapter on and put the nozzle back on. I also like the Velcro, but think it would need to be somewhat durable.

Cheers. Bryan.

Bryan you could try something like this and a couple of zip ties.
http://www.amazon.com/Remote-Kote-remote-cover-Tesla/dp/B00FKOO82C

 

[bkharman]

Bryan you could try something like this and a couple of zip ties.
http://www.amazon.com/Remote-Kote-remote-cover-Tesla/dp/B00FKOO82C

But then I might get it confused with my Tesla remote!  What if I am trying to vac out my P85d and my car takes off!!

;^)

I will come up with something...  I will see if Rick's "guy" has any thoughts. I could also just order the sleeve from Fastcap.

Cheers. Bryan.

 

[nclemmons]

I've been using the wireless remote from FastCap for the past couple of years.  Really like the convenience.  But I had been thinking about the idea of a remote that would not require me to flip the manual / automatic switch when switching from a triggered tool to just the vac.  Glad to see this.

I also burned out a relay on the FastCap when I was ripping some white oak and ended up finding a replacement relay and soldering it in place.  The amp draw from the ripping was too much for the FastCap unit.

Congrats on a cool new addition.  I'll move the FastCap remote to my Midi now!

neil

 

[Dom]

I've got a ct26 and I've been looking to do this with a lightbulb and other ways .
This will be perfect and I ordered within a minute of the post going up
When I'm fitting a kitchen I can run the hose in through the window with a 240v lead with it (as I do now ) but when I just want to hoover up press the button but a can still use the auto on off with the power tools it's perfect .
If it works as well with my workflow as I hope I'll be ordering three more for the other vacs .

Thanks again for this dom

 

[Rick Christopherson]

Well my distributor tells me that a 4-button remote is available. I'm requesting a sample so I can test it out to ensure it functions as desired across 2 different receivers. For those that have already ordered 2 Maxsys modules, I will contact you separately to offer the option and discuss it.

Update: I don't know if I'll have to change this in the future, but for now, all pre-orders of multiple Maxsys modules can choose to have a 4-button remote at no additional charge, and i will contact each person before I ship to ask them for their choice. (Pending successful testing, of course.)

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[Rick Christopherson]

I'd love to pull the pin on this item as I'm always routing, vacuuming, sanding, vacuuming, Dominoing, vacuuming. The problem is I own a MIDI and a CT 22, so that pretty much eliminates me from the hunt.  [crying]

I also like the hose sleeve idea of Bryan's. The remote would always be readily at hand.

[member=44099]Cheese[/member] , You would be another exception. If I can determine that a Maxsys can fit inside of a CT22, you could bring your CT22 to my shop and I could install it for you. I'll examine my own CT22 in the next day or 2.

 

[Cheese]

Well [member=191]Rick Christopherson[/member], I'd be all over this one.  [thumbs up] Thanks...just let me know...

It would be nice if that hose sleeve to hold the remote would also retain the end of the Plug it cord. I used a Velcro tie wrap to keep the cord from flopping around when I vacuum. [attachimg=1]

 

[bkharman]

Well my distributor tells me that a 4-button remote is available. I'm requesting a sample so I can test it out to ensure it functions as desired across 2 different receivers. For those that have already ordered 2 Maxsys modules, I will contact you separately to offer the option and discuss it.

Update: I don't know if I'll have to change this in the future, but for now, all pre-orders of multiple Maxsys modules can choose to have a 4-button remote at no additional charge, and i will contact each person before I ship to ask them for their choice. (Pending successful testing, of course.)

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Thanks Rick... Looking forward to the test results.

Cheers. Bryan.

 

[GarryMartin]

I have another question if you don't mind [member=191]Rick Christopherson[/member] ?

Is this powered by the extractor it's fitted in, or does it require batteries?

 

[Michael Kellough]

Way to go Rick!

I'd be ordering one today if my vacs were compatible...

 

[Rick Christopherson]

I have another question if you don't mind [member=191]Rick Christopherson[/member] ?

Is this powered by the extractor it's fitted in, or does it require batteries?

Yes, the receiver is powered by the extractor, but it is such a low power consumption of just a couple milliamps that it does not trigger the built-in autostart. The receiver also has an intelligent power supply, and that is why the same model will function in any country regardless of voltage.

For safety, Festool disables all autostart functions when the vac is off or in manual mode. So Maxsys also won't draw any power unless the vacuum is in auto-mode.

 

[jwaite550]

Looks very nice.  Just ordered one for my CT26 and will replacement fobs be available and how to order.  I know myself!  LOL

 

[Rick Christopherson]

Looks very nice.  Just ordered one for my CT26 and will replacement fobs be available and how to order.  I know myself!  LOL

Yes, replacement Fobs will be available. I haven't set the cost yet, but I plan to keep them reasonable, as I don't like the idea of punishing customers for using or losing their tools.  8)

I ordered all of the electronics last night, including ordering a batch of 4-button remotes, even though I haven't tested them yet. I'm sure they will test OK, and I want to be prepared for those already requesting them.

I did some last minute tweaks on the plastics, and will be ordering them tomorrow after the manufacturer overnights some sample finishes to me. They have a guaranteed 15 day turnaround.

It's moving fast now.

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[rljatl]

Rick, could/would you design a similar receiver that could be used with a 120v 2hp dust extractor (harbor freight) that could then be paired with the four button remote?  That way,  you could have one remote for both CT and the bigger extractor.

 

[Rick Christopherson]

Rick, could/would you design a similar receiver that could be used with a 110v 2hp dust extractor (harbor freight) that could then be paired with the four button remote?  That way,  you could have one remote for both CT and the bigger extractor.

Yes, I can do that. You're the second person to ask. I think there may be a few more who want that option.  [thumbs up]

It would still use a Maxsys receiver, but I would need to pair it with a motor contactor to handle the 2 hp load.

 

[Cheese]

Yes, I can do that. You're the second person to ask. I think there may be a few more who want that option.  [thumbs up]

Rick I'd also be interested in that option for a 1 1/2 HP Jet cyclone. Wouldn't that mean you'd need to power the receiver with a battery?

 

[Rick Christopherson]

No, the receiver has a built-in switching power supply to operate from 85V to 250V. So the only thing I would need to get is a motor contactor rated for your motor. The contactor should have a coil voltage (control voltage) that is the same as your motor so that everything is powered from the same incoming power cord.