Plugs on Festools

[Jerre]

Out of the box, original configuration which Festools have type 5-20A plugs. Please don't discuss plug modification or the use of a dongle.

 

[Jim Becker]

The only one I have that is like that is the CT22 and it comes with a dongle, although I don't use it most of the time, having proper 20a outlets in my shop.

 

[Brice Burrell]

As Jim posted the CT 22 as well as the CT 33, CT Midi and CT Mini. No other Festool tools have the 20 amp plug.

On a slightly related note.  We got to see the new CT 26 vac at the cabinet class, it didn't have a 20 amp plug.

 

[nickao]

It's kind of difficult not to talk about a dongle when the vacs come with one. 

 

[woodguy7]

Brice

The new vac you seen, was it the Cleantex ?  If so, what did you think of it.  That's the one i have & am really pleased with it but its the only Festool vac i have seen.

Cheers, Woodguy.

Sorry for hijacking the thread  [embarassed]

 

[Brice Burrell]

Brice

The new vac you seen, was it the Cleantex ?  If so, what did you think of it.  That's the one i have & am really pleased with it but its the only Festool vac i have seen.

Cheers, Woodguy.

Sorry for hijacking the thread  [embarassed]

Yes, it was the Cleantex.  We spent maybe ten minutes checking out the new 26 and comparing it to the old CT22.  Seems like a nice tool, can't really comment beyond that.  

For those of you that haven't seen the new feature of the new CT vacs, check out Frank-Jan's review here.

 

[windmill man]

Ok , Got to ask. What`s a dongle? I have heard of that word used in relation to computers but not power tools.

 

[tbellemare]

This is a dongle.

[attachthumb=#1]

Oh, it takes a 20-amp plug and converts it to a 15-amp plug.

Tom

 

[windmill man]

Thanks Tom,

Now I just don't get it. If a tool needs a 20amp supply why would you want something to let you put it in to a 15amp supply ?  [scratch chin]

 

[jonny round boy]

John,

I think it has a 20 amp plug, because that is the maximum load it can take when connected to a high-current tool (like the OF2200).

But, with the dongle, it can be plugged into a 15 amp socket for use with lower amperage tools (e.g. the ETS150).

 

[windmill man]

Hi Jonathon

Think I get it. but how come I can plug CLT 22 into a 13amp socket and run it ok with an OF2200. have we got tougher , stronger electricity here?
John

 

[tbellemare]

What's the voltage?

We have 110-120 volts.

1 HP is about 750 watts and 1 watt is 1 volt multiplied by one amp.

So a 2200-watt motor is about 3 HP and in the U.S., (at 110 volts), draws 20 amps at full load. I dare any one on the planet to get an OF 2200 to draw full load by holding it and causing it to do work.

Tom

 

[windmill man]

Thanks Tom

We have 240v here , so thats the difference, I was convinced you guys were on 220v for some reason.

John

 

[tbellemare]

You're welcome. I thought you were at 240 but I've seen posts here about UK tools that are 120.

Tom

 

[windmill man]

Hi Tom

On open new build constrution site , we are required to use 110v tools.

John

 

[Tom Ryan]

To clarify (hopefully):  The usual "15 amp style" 110 v.  is actually rated to take up to 20 amps.  So it is possible to run a 20 amp circuit (with appropriate wiring), terminate it with a "15 amp style" outlet, and use it (legally) for 20 amps.  In that case, you can't tell from the outlet whether it is for a 20 amp circuit or a 15 amp circuit.  You'll have to go to the circuit breaker box.  Around here (central PA) it's hard to get anyone to install a 20 amp style outlet.  And the only good reason to do so that I can think of is if you have a Festool Vac and don't like using a dongle.

Tom in Central PA

 

[AlexThePalex]

To clarify (hopefully):  The usual "15 amp style" 110 v.  is actually rated to take up to 20 amps.  So it is possible to run a 20 amp circuit (with appropriate wiring), terminate it with a "15 amp style" outlet, and use it (legally) for 20 amps.  In that case, you can't tell from the outlet whether it is for a 20 amp circuit or a 15 amp circuit. 

Lol, your system causes too much headaches. I'm glad I have only one type of socket to put stuff in.

 

[tbellemare]

with a "15 amp style" outlet

I'm sure you meant multiple...

When you use a 20-amp circuit, you should use 12 AWG copper also.

Tom

 

[image132]

Thanks Tom

We have 240v here , so thats the difference, I was convinced you guys were on 220v for some reason.

John

We use 220v, sure you werent thinking of us?

 

[tbellemare]

We have nominally 240 phase-to-phase and 120 phase-to-neutral in houses.

Tom