Consolidated Q&A for Planex and CT AutoClean

[Maero]

Hi guys! This will be my first post ^^

I can't wrap my head around these bags. Exactly what would be the bad thing of using the auto clean function in conjunction with a bag? If, say, you forgot to turn the AC off.

Also. My understanding is the CTL and CTM versions uses the same bags and filters. And even the CTM AC with lining and high performance filter is certified for 0,1 microns? Is this correct?
What would then be the benefit of using a hepa filter with the CTL AC (auto clean turned off) other than the certification?

Magnus

 

[Administrator_JSVN]

I can't wrap my head around these bags. Exactly what would be the bad thing of using the auto clean function in conjunction with a bag? If, say, you forgot to turn the AC off.

Also. My understanding is the CTL and CTM versions uses the same bags and filters. And even the CTM AC with lining and high performance filter is certified for 0,1 microns? Is this correct?
What would then be the benefit of using a hepa filter with the CTL AC (auto clean turned off) other than the certification?

Magnus, welcome to the forum.

There's no harm in using a bag with the AutoClean. In fact, the CT AutoClean comes with both a liner and bag in the U.S./Canada. However, you should not use the bag when sanding plaster/drywall compound. The liner should be used in those applications. The fine dust from plaster/drywall can clog the pores in the bag, reducing or eliminating suction.

Yes, the high performance filter is 0.1 microns. Other than certification, which is required by law for some applications, there is no major noticeable difference.

Shane

 

[peter halle]

I can't add any info that Shane didn't, did I can ditto his welcome!  Glad to see you here!

Peter

 

[Maero]

Magnus, welcome to the forum.

There's no harm in using a bag with the AutoClean. In fact, the CT AutoClean comes with both a liner and bag in the U.S./Canada. However, you should not use the bag when sanding plaster/drywall compound. The liner should be used in those applications. The fine dust from plaster/drywall can clog the pores in the bag, reducing or eliminating suction.

Yes, the high performance filter is 0.1 microns. Other than certification, which is required by law for some applications, there is no major noticeable difference.

Shane

Thank you very much! And thanks for the quick aswell as great answer.

 

[dberladyn]

Hi, I need to read this thread, but I am considering buying this system.  I have seen in action years ago, I've tried it.  I didn't like it because I felt like an apprentice all over again, but other than that it was a complete thumbs up in my books.  I've recently taken a job in a different area of my industry and this honestly would make the job bearable.  Some places you just have to be clean.  There's ways to do that, but doing it everyday this tool would be worth it.

Does anyone know a good place to purchase this?  Is there certain times to buy it?  Sales?  Promotions?

I am in Vancouver, BC, Canada

Thanks.

 

[ila]

Hi,

I have a Festool CLEANTEC CTL 26 E. Is this possible to use the PLANEX drywall sander with this extractor?

Any help in this matter greatly appreciated.

 

[leakyroof]

Hi,

I have a Festool CLEANTEC CTL 26 E. Is this possible to use the PLANEX drywall sander with this extractor?

Any help in this matter greatly appreciated.

. sure. Just remember that if you're missing the Auto-Clean feature that those special vacs have, you'll have to clean your vac filters often if you sand with much drywall dust work to prevent  both damage to the vacuum and restricted suction performance.

 

[Renovatedspaces]

I have a question for Planex fans. What would be a good price for a 1 year old planex with extension, harness, all pads, 2 boxes granat paper. In  very good condition. Any thoughts are appreciated.