{"product_id":"festool-576340-ets-ec-125-3-eq-plus-125mm-5-compact-brushless-finish-sander-w-systainer3-21u537","title":"Festool 576340 ETS EC 125\/3 EQ-Plus 125mm (5\") Compact Brushless Finish Sander w\/ Systainer3","description":"\u003csection data-aplus\u003e\u003cdetails id=\"product-features\" class=\"acc\" open\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"acc-body\"\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"features\"\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"card\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card-inside\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0933\/1582\/5958\/files\/motor-type.svg\" alt=\"motor-type\" class=\"aplusicon\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBrushless All-Day Power\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"feature-card\"\u003eThe EC-TEC brushless motor keeps power consistent while cutting down on maintenance and brush wear. That matters if you sand for hours at a time and do not want performance dropping off mid-job.\u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"card\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card-inside\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0933\/1582\/5958\/files\/anti-vibration.svg\" alt=\"anti-vibration\" class=\"aplusicon\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFine Finish Control\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"feature-card\"\u003eThe 3 mm stroke is built for finish sanding, not aggressive stock removal. You get a cleaner surface, better control on trim and panels, and less chance of leaving swirl marks behind.\u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"card\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card-inside\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0933\/1582\/5958\/files\/airflow.svg\" alt=\"airflow\" class=\"aplusicon\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCleaner Sanding Setup\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"feature-card\"\u003eJetstream dust extraction helps pull dust through the pad instead of letting it pile up between the abrasive and the work. That means a cleaner workspace, longer abrasive life, and a better finish.\u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails id=\"product-overview\" class=\"acc\"\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003ch2\u003eOverview\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"acc-body\" data-product-summary\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eFestool ETS EC 125\/3 EQ-Plus Random Orbital Sander\u003c\/strong\u003e is a 5 inch corded finish sander built for high-quality surface prep and final sanding. This is a random orbital sander designed for fine finish sanding on wood, paint, and other surface materials where control matters more than raw material removal. Model Number \u003cstrong\u003e576340\u003c\/strong\u003e. If you spend your day sanding doors, face frames, built-ins, panels, or painted surfaces, this is the kind of tool that earns its keep by staying smooth, light, and predictable.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe big story here is the combination of a brushless motor, a fine 3 mm sanding stroke, and a low-profile body. Festool rates the eccentric motion speed at 6,000 to 10,000 RPM, which gives you a useful speed range for dialing in the cut without turning the tool into a surface-damaging machine. That 3 mm stroke is what makes this sander a finish-first tool. It is meant for superfine sanding and refined surface work where you want to level, blend, and prep without leaving a rough scratch pattern behind.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFestool also got the ergonomics right. The compact body and top grip keep your hand close to the work, which improves feel and reduces fatigue during long sanding sessions. At 3.31 lbs, it stays light enough for vertical work, edge sanding, and overhead touchups without feeling awkward. The low-vibration design and active electronic vibration control are not just comfort features. They help you keep the pad flat, stay consistent, and avoid the arm fatigue that shows up when cheaper sanders start buzzing your hand numb.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDust collection is a real part of the performance on this tool, not an afterthought. The ETS EC 125\/3 EQ-Plus uses Festool Jetstream dust extraction and a 27 mm dust port, so dust is pulled through the pad to keep abrasive surfaces clearer while you work. In practical terms, that means less clogging, less airborne dust around finished spaces, and less chance of trapped debris scratching the workpiece. If you already work with a Festool dust extractor, this sander fits right into that workflow and makes more sense the more finish work you do indoors or in occupied spaces.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAnother useful jobsite detail is the integrated pad brake with carbide-tipped components. When you lift the sander off the surface or set it down, the pad stops quickly. That helps reduce the chance of accidental marring on a finished surface and makes the tool feel more controlled between passes. Festool also includes a StickFix soft sanding pad, which speeds up abrasive changes and keeps the tool moving instead of wasting time peeling and reattaching discs that do not hold well.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBecause this is a corded 120 VAC machine with a 4 m plug-it power cord, it is a good fit for production shops, cabinet installers, trim carpenters, painters, remodelers, and serious woodworkers who value consistent runtime over battery convenience. It is also a strong choice for anyone already invested in the Festool sanding system, since the sander is designed to work as part of a larger setup with matched abrasives, hoses, and extractors.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIf your work leans toward final pass sanding, between-coat sanding, painted trim prep, or swirl-sensitive finish work, this tool makes more sense than a more aggressive random orbital sander. It is not trying to be a heavy stock removal machine. It is built for controlled, repeatable finish results, and that is exactly why pros buy it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor dust-free finish sanding, pair this with the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/festool-577874-cleantec-ct-36-ei-ac-hepa-dust-extractor\"\u003eFestool 577874 CLEANTEC CT 36 EI AC AutoClean HEPA Dust Extractor\u003c\/a\u003e, which auto-adjusts suction to match the sander's speed. Browse the rest of the \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/festool-sanders\"\u003eFestool sanders collection\u003c\/a\u003e to compare finish, rotex, and gear-driven models.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails id=\"product-benefits\" class=\"acc\"\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003ch2\u003eBetter Control on Finish Work\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"acc-body\"\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"row\"\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"img\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0933\/1582\/5958\/files\/50175326093606_dae486d7acbf.jpg\" alt=\"Festool ETS EC 125\/3 EQ-Plus Random Orbital Sander sanding a vertical painted wood surface during finish prep with dust hose attached in an indoor jobsite setting\" class=\"tnblock-img\"\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"copy\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is where the compact body pays off. When you are sanding vertical trim, doors, cabinet parts, or installed millwork, a low-profile finish sander is easier to keep flat and easier to guide with one hand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e3 mm sanding stroke is tuned for fine and superfine finish sanding\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLow-vibration design helps reduce hand and arm fatigue during longer sessions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight is just 3.31 lbs for easier control on edges and upright surfaces\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails id=\"product-benefits-2\" class=\"acc flip\"\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCleaner Air, Cleaner Surface\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"acc-body\"\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"row\"\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"img\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0933\/1582\/5958\/files\/50175326093606_11d46def19ef.jpg\" alt=\"Festool ETS EC 125\/3 EQ-Plus Random Orbital Sander connected to a dust extraction hose showing the 5 inch pad and compact body for finish sanding in a shop setup\" class=\"tnblock-img\"\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"copy\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDust control matters for both finish quality and cleanup time. The Jetstream system keeps dust moving through the pad so the abrasive stays cutting instead of loading up and dragging across the surface.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e27 mm dust extraction connection pairs with Festool dust collection setups\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eJetstream airflow improves dust pickup and helps extend abrasive life\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePad brake helps stop the disc quickly to reduce accidental surface marks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails id=\"product-whats-included\" class=\"acc\" open\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat's in the Box\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"acc-body\"\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"tnincluded-wrapper\"\u003e \u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e(1) Festool ETS EC 125\/3 EQ-Plus Random Orbital Sander\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e(1) StickFix Soft Sander Backing Pad ST D125-M8-W\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e(1) WAF 5 screwdriver\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e(1) plug-it power cord, 4 m\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e(1) Systainer3 SYS3 M 187\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails id=\"product-key-specifications\" class=\"acc\" open\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"acc-body\"\u003e \u003ctable class=\"aplusspecs\"\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eTool Type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRandom Orbital Sander\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePower Source\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCorded, 120 VAC\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePad Diameter\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5 in (125 mm)\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSanding Stroke\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1\/8 in (3 mm)\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eNo-Load Speed\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6,000 to 10,000 RPM\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDust Port Diameter\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1-1\/16 in (27 mm)\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCable Length\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e13.123 ft (4 m)\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWeight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3.31 lbs (1.4 kg)\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails id=\"product-compatibility\" class=\"acc\"\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"acc-body\"\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"compat-list\"\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"compat-row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDust Extraction\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"compat-detail\"\u003eUses a 27 mm dust extraction connection and is designed to integrate with Festool dust extractors and the Festool sanding system.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"compat-row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAbrasive \/ Pad System\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"compat-detail\"\u003eBuilt around a 5 in (125 mm) interchangeable sanding pad and Festool StickFix abrasive attachment system.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"compat-row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePower Connection\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"compat-detail\"\u003eIncludes a Festool plug-it power cord for use with compatible plug-it corded tool setups.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails id=\"product-applications-uses\" class=\"acc\"\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003ch2\u003eBuilt For\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"acc-body\"\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"tags\"\u003e \u003cspan class=\"tag\"\u003eWoodworking\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"tag\"\u003eCabinet Installation\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"tag\"\u003eFinish Carpentry\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"tag\"\u003ePainting Prep\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"tag\"\u003eRemodeling\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"tag\"\u003eProduction Shops\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"tag\"\u003eBetween-Coat Sanding\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"tag\"\u003eFine Surface Prep\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails id=\"product-pro-tips\" class=\"acc\"\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePro Tip\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"acc-body\"\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"tip-row\"\u003e \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0933\/1582\/5958\/files\/specs.svg\" alt=\"specs\" class=\"icon-lg\"\u003e \u003cp class=\"tip-text\"\u003eUse the ETS EC 125\/3 EQ-Plus for your last sanding steps, not your first heavy leveling passes. The 3 mm stroke is what gives it a cleaner finish, so pair it with the right grit progression and let the dust extractor do its job instead of bearing down on the tool.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails id=\"product-warranty\" class=\"acc\"\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWarranty \u0026amp; Support\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"acc-body\"\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"warranty-row\"\u003e \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0933\/1582\/5958\/files\/warranty.svg\" alt=\"warranty\" class=\"icon-sm\"\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"warranty-text\"\u003e 3 years limited warranty. \u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails id=\"product-tool-nut-take\" class=\"acc\"\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003ch2\u003eTool Nut's Take\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"acc-body\"\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"eyebrow\"\u003eTool Nut's Take\u003c\/div\u003e \u003ch3\u003eWhy the Festool ETS EC 125\/3 EQ-Plus Random Orbital Sander earns bench space\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003eThis is the kind of finish sander you buy when surface quality, dust control, and low fatigue actually affect how fast you get paid.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWho it's for:\u003c\/strong\u003e Finish carpenters, cabinet shops, painters, remodelers, and woodworkers doing final surface prep or between-coat sanding.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhy it stands out:\u003c\/strong\u003e The brushless motor, 3 mm stroke, low-profile body, and excellent dust collection make it feel more controlled and more refined than generic 5 inch random orbit sanders.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWorth knowing:\u003c\/strong\u003e This is a finish-focused machine, not a hog-off-material sander. If your work starts with rough stock removal, use something more aggressive first and let this one handle the clean-up pass.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails id=\"product-faqs\" class=\"acc\"\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCommon Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"acc-body\"\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIs this a corded or cordless sander?\u003c\/strong\u003e It is a corded random orbital sander powered by 120 VAC and supplied with a 4 m plug-it power cord.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhat kind of sanding is the 3 mm stroke best for?\u003c\/strong\u003e The 3 mm stroke is best for fine and superfine finish sanding where you want a smoother scratch pattern and more control.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhat size sanding disc does it use?\u003c\/strong\u003e It uses a 5 in (125 mm) sanding pad.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCan it be connected to dust extraction?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes. It has a 27 mm dust extraction connection and is designed to work within the Festool sanding and dust extraction system.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"Festool","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43570303860784,"sku":"576340","price":164.7,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0699\/4876\/8304\/files\/l0o0sr42kvhj_51f8c559-aca1-494b-b677-93bb7aa602ff.jpg?v=1788577401","url":"https:\/\/toolnutus.com\/products\/festool-576340-ets-ec-125-3-eq-plus-125mm-5-compact-brushless-finish-sander-w-systainer3-21u537","provider":"InoPrints","version":"1.0","type":"link"}