Festool 36mm(straight) braided hose

[jarbroen]

I'm looking at replacing my 36mm hose on my CT26 with a newer braided style hose.  My question for anyone that has the newer 36mm(non-tapered) is whether it's any more flexible or less unwieldy than the 36mm anti static I have now?  I'm constantly frustrated with ribs catching on material and how stiff it is and hard to keep out of my way.
Normally, I'd go try one out locally for myself, but this has been a weird 12+ months...

I really like the new braided, tapered hose that came with the new style MIDI I purchased last year.  Makes me realize how much of a PITA my ribbed hose is on the CT26.  I'll cut the old 36 down for a Kapex hose and whatever extensions I might need for other things.
I'd consider another tapered hose for the 26, but I'm thinking the straight 36mm hose might be a bit better for routers and track saw.

Thanks!

 

[guybo]

Hi, the new hose flexibilty is unknown to me, however the new is just a sleeved rib hose. this is a option, I would also suggest item 768135 for the 36mm hose either way. guy[attachimg=1]

 

[jarbroen]

I actually have the Tekflex and tried that out way before braided Festool hoses were a thing.  It made the 36mm hose even stiffer and harder to work with.

 

[rst]

The new braided hoses are much more flexible.  I have couple Techflexed hoses and they are miles less flexible

 

[elfick]

I agree with others. I think the new hoses are a huge improvement. IMHO, they also have less "memory" than the previous hoses. I'd suggest looking at one of the larger cleaning kits that will get you a hose, a large systainer, and some nice attachments for not a whole lot more than just the cost of the hose.

 

[semenza]

I have both the old style ribbed AS D36 and the new style D36. The new is waaaaaaaaaay more flexible than the old. Also incredibly resistant to shape / curve memory. You can bend it anyway you want and it will pretty much stay. The new type D36 is actually more flexible than the old D27.

Seth

 

[Peter_C]

I would recommend the 5 meter version for a D36 hose. The extra length is very nice to have. I call mine an anaconda as it slithers around it is so flexible.

 

[Cheese]

I recently purchased the 7 meter version to use for general basement/shop cleanup...it’s really nice.
I Techflexed the original hose and it stiffened it up to the point where it’s not very nice to use.

 

[jonnyrocket]

I too have both the old ribbed style and new woven version of the 36mm hoses. As Seth mentioned, the new woven one is miles and miles better than the ribbed style. Probably the only advantage of the old style is if you plan to cut it down and make a short custom hose for a Kapex (or something of that sort). Otherwise, the woven hose will be the winner in all other comparisons. Definitely worth the money.

 

[Crazyraceguy]

I agree with others. I think the new hoses are a huge improvement. IMHO, they also have less "memory" than the previous hoses. I'd suggest looking at one of the larger cleaning kits that will get you a hose, a large systainer, and some nice attachments for not a whole lot more than just the cost of the hose.

That's what I did, sort of by accident though. I got the cleaning kit to be able to clean up, especially on the carpet, in the new offices. I lot of cabinets, counter tops, and other built-ins were installed during the move. I much as you try to keep clean while working, a good way to finish it up after is better. I only happened onto the idea of the bigger hose with the tools came one day when the OF1400 was putting out more than the smaller 27mm tool hose could handle.

 

[FestitaMakool]

Not to forget the non antistatic grey hose. It is really light, much more flexible than the old ribbed antistatic and is a great all rounder when you do not need AS, and it’s cheaper.

If you buy the 7m version, and you want a meter for the Kapex, there’s still 6m left very useful:
https://www.festoolusa.com/accessory/452885---d-36x7m#Overview

 

[Samo]

I'm looking at updating also.  I do wish Festool would make a Plug-it hose that integrates the cord with the hose.

Good info but I wish I hadn't read this thread $$

 

[blues]

The planex hose is absolutely fantastic..its light..super flexible but is ribbed and does catch on the edges. Maybe the Gorilla sleeve on top could be the best of all worlds?  [big grin]

 

[jarbroen]

Thanks for all the replies!  My wallet won’t thank you, though. Lol

 

[FestitaMakool]

I agree with others. I think the new hoses are a huge improvement. IMHO, they also have less "memory" than the previous hoses. I'd suggest looking at one of the larger cleaning kits that will get you a hose, a large systainer, and some nice attachments for not a whole lot more than just the cost of the hose.

True, the cleaning sets offers much improved value, especially if you’d fancy a large systainer too.
After som long and hard consideration I have two sets sitting in a UPS warehouse at the moment, one of the universal D36 cleaning set and a professional set with the braided hose, steel floor nozzle and tubes. Both in a SYS3. I plan to sell off my old steel nozzle and tubes, as the “handle’s” hose attachment is just annoying, and just keeping the old AS hose on the boom arm.
Too bad the sets exists only with 3,5m hoses.. I’d like to see at least one cleaning set with 5 or 7m hose.

 

[binettea]

Really like my braided 5m D36 and 3.5m D27.

 

[Crazyraceguy]

Not to forget the non antistatic grey hose. It is really light, much more flexible than the old ribbed antistatic and is a great all rounder when you do not need AS, and it’s cheaper.

If you buy the 7m version, and you want a meter for the Kapex, there’s still 6m left very useful:
https://www.festoolusa.com/accessory/452885---d-36x7m#Overview

That's what I use on my router table, the standard short version.
I'm still undecided on the longer hoses. Sometimes it would be great, others just in the way.

 

[jarbroen]

I was eyeballing the workshop kit with the metal nozzle.  I currently have the tradesman set from buying the set to get the ribbed 36mm hose. The plastic floor nozzle is ok, but not great.
And, I can sell off the Systainer that I don’t need which keeps my investment lower.

Still not sure whether I will invest in the boom arm set. I have non plug it tools that I use frequently so the boom arm wouldn’t be as convenient as just getting a snag free, flexible hose.

 

[FestitaMakool]

I was eyeballing the workshop kit with the metal nozzle.  I currently have the tradesman set from buying the set to get the ribbed 36mm hose. The plastic floor nozzle is ok, but not great.
And, I can sell off the Systainer that I don’t need which keeps my investment lower.

Still not sure whether I will invest in the boom arm set. I have non plug it tools that I use frequently so the boom arm wouldn’t be as convenient as just getting a snag free, flexible hose.

I think the tradesman set is with the cheapish floor nozzle? I have the same, came at a “bargain” buy from my dealer. It’s floor nozzle is narrow and very plasticy. It’s ok for clean up on non concrete floor, or at least a floor that’s gentle.. otherwise it will wear, fast.

The universal cleaning set contains the much more to like and substantially better floor nozzle WITH wheels and tough thick plastic housing. In Europe we call it “Parquet nozzle” because of the wheels that let the brush hoover over the floor. It’s the same with the “professional” metal nozzle. Only this has adjustable height on the wheels. It’s not so gentle with furniture as it’s plastic sibling, and the most suitable for untreated/raw concrete floor.

I’ve placed my boom arm centrally in my very small shop.. it can reach all stations easily, and I’m working around the abilities and ease of dust extraction it can provide. I’m soon finishing dc from my drill press - I’ll post as soon as I’m ready  [smile]

Se photo from Festool USA below.
(The metal 50mm nozzle is a viable option with a 50mm hose  [cool])
The red X is the “included but not so durable” from the tradesman kit I believe.
The D36 BD 300 is noticeable wider with its 30mm extra from the D36 BD 270. The BD 270 feels like a upholstery nozzle in comparison... [huh]

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[FestitaMakool]

Thought I’d add comparison images of 3 of Festool’s most common nozzles.
The with measured is 260, 300 and 370mm
The 300mm nozzle is substantially better in all departments compared to the smallest, which do also is missing wheels.

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