- Stock: In Stock
- Brand: FESTOOL
- Model: FES493558 359314
- Weight: 1.14kg
- Dimensions: 265.00cm x 175.00cm x 255.00cm
- SKU: FES493558
- UPC: 4014549059425
Festool WHR/CT-ASA Tool Holder for CT Boom Arm - 2 Tools
At a Glance: Heavy-duty steel tool holder for Festool CT-ASA boom arms, providing safe and ergonomic storage for up to two electric or pneumatic power tools.
Give your sanding or polishing workstation a cleaner, safer and more organised layout with the Festool WHR/CT-ASA Tool Holder. Designed specifically as an accessory for the Festool CT boom arm system, this robust holder provides a convenient parking position for two electric or pneumatic power tools directly at the workstation. Instead of placing a sander on the floor, balancing it on the extractor or searching for somewhere safe to put it between operations, the WHR/CT-ASA keeps frequently used machines securely suspended and within comfortable reach. Its strong steel construction is made for professional workshop use, while the tapered holder geometry accommodates different machine shapes including Festool eccentric sanders and ROTEX sanders. Installation is equally straightforward: the holder attaches to the compatible boom arm using a clamping screw and requires no additional tools for mounting. For workshops built around Festool dust extraction, sanding and polishing systems, it is a simple accessory that can make a surprisingly big difference to workflow and organisation.
The WHR/CT-ASA turns the Festool boom arm into more than a hose-management system. Its two tool-support positions provide an immediately accessible place for compatible sanders, polishers and pneumatic tools while they are not in use. The tapered support design allows different machine shapes to be suspended securely, helping create a tidy workstation where tools, extraction hose and power or compressed-air connections can remain organised around the operator.
Product highlights
- Storage for two tools: Provides convenient and ergonomic parking positions for up to two electric or pneumatic power tools.
- Heavy-duty steel construction: Robust steel construction provides stability and durability for professional workshop use.
- Tool-free installation: Mounts to the compatible Festool boom arm using a practical clamping screw without requiring installation tools.
- Tapered holder design: The conical shape allows different machine designs and sizes to be suspended securely.
- Ideal for Festool sanders: Particularly useful for eccentric sanders, ROTEX sanders and other suitable sanding or polishing tools.
- Improved workstation organisation: Keeps frequently used machines off the floor and within easy reach.
- Designed for the Festool system: Integrates directly with compatible CT-ASA boom arm configurations.
- Professional workflow accessory: Especially valuable at fixed sanding and polishing workstations where machines are changed frequently.
Product Compatibility
- Festool CT-ASA: Compatible with the Festool CT-ASA boom arm system.
- Festool CT-ASA/SB: Suitable for Festool CT-ASA/SB boom arm configurations.
- Festool CT-ASA CT 26/36/SB: Compatible with the CT-ASA CT 26/36/SB boom arm system.
- Electric power tools: Designed to provide safe and ergonomic storage for suitable electric tools such as compatible sanders and polishers.
- Pneumatic tools: Can also be used to park suitable compressed-air tools at the workstation.
- Festool eccentric sanders: The tapered supports are suitable for various eccentric sander body shapes.
- Festool ROTEX sanders: Particularly useful as a convenient parking solution for suitable ROTEX machines during sanding and polishing work.
Boom arm accessory
The WHR/CT-ASA is a tool holder accessory for compatible Festool CT boom arm systems. It is not a freestanding tool holder and requires a suitable CT-ASA boom arm installation for mounting.
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Features
- Dual tool capacity: Provides two separate positions for suspending compatible electric or pneumatic tools.
- Strong steel construction: Manufactured from substantial steel for a stable and durable professional accessory.
- Conical support geometry: Tapered tool-support sections accommodate different compatible machine shapes.
- Tool-free clamping: Attaches to the boom arm using an integrated clamping screw.
- Open-frame construction: Allows tools to be placed into and removed from the holder quickly during normal work.
- System integration: Designed specifically to complement the Festool CT-ASA dust-extraction boom arm system.
- Ergonomic tool positioning: Keeps machines conveniently positioned near the operator rather than on the floor or another work surface.
Benefits
- Cleaner workstation: Giving each tool a dedicated parking position helps reduce clutter around the work area.
- Safer tool storage: Tools can be securely suspended instead of being left on the floor where they may be knocked, stepped on or become a trip obstruction.
- Faster machine changes: Frequently used sanders or polishers remain close at hand, making it quicker to move between machines during multi-stage work.
- Protects valuable tools: A dedicated holder reduces the need to place power tools on unsuitable surfaces between operations.
- Supports efficient sanding systems: Works naturally with the CT boom arm to keep tools and extraction equipment organised around the workstation.
- Flexible machine storage: The tapered design allows the holder to accommodate a variety of suitable tool body designs rather than being restricted to one specific machine.
- No complicated installation: The clamping arrangement allows straightforward mounting without a separate tool kit.
Application
- Professional sanding workstations.
- Automotive and paint preparation environments.
- Furniture and joinery sanding operations.
- Surface preparation and finishing work.
- Polishing applications.
- Workstations using Festool electric sanders.
- Workstations using suitable pneumatic sanders or polishing tools.
- Applications where two machines need to remain conveniently accessible during the same working process.
Extra Information
- Capacity: Designed for the safe and ergonomic storage of two suitable electric or pneumatic power tools.
- Construction: Heavy-duty steel construction provides stability and durability in professional working environments.
- Mounting: Attaches to a compatible Festool CT-ASA boom arm using a clamping screw.
- Installation: Mounting can be completed without additional tools.
- Tool support: Tapered support geometry allows various compatible machine shapes to be suspended.
- Typical machines: Particularly suitable for machines such as eccentric sanders and ROTEX sanders.
- Main applications: Developed primarily for sanding and polishing workstations.
Why add a tool holder to the boom arm?
A Festool CT boom arm already helps organise the extraction hose and associated connections above the working area. Adding the WHR/CT-ASA extends this organised workstation concept by providing a dedicated location for the machines themselves. The operator can finish an operation, park the tool and immediately reach for the next machine without placing equipment on the floor or cluttering the work surface.
Designed for different machine shapes
The WHR/CT-ASA does not rely on a precisely moulded cradle for one particular machine. Instead, Festool uses tapered support geometry that allows different suitable machines to be suspended. This makes the holder especially practical in sanding environments where an eccentric sander, ROTEX sander or pneumatic machine may be alternated during the finishing process.
A more ergonomic workstation
Repeatedly bending down to pick up and put down tools can become inconvenient during long sanding sessions. Positioning the machines on the boom arm keeps them at a more convenient working height and within easy reach, supporting a smoother and more systematic workflow.
Part of the Festool dust-extraction system
The WHR/CT-ASA is designed as a system accessory rather than a universal standalone rack. When installed on the appropriate CT-ASA boom arm, it helps create an integrated workstation where tool storage, hose management and dust extraction work together.
Pro Tips
- Position the holder at a convenient height and orientation before fully tightening the clamping screw.
- Arrange frequently alternated machines on separate sides of the holder so each tool can be identified and reached quickly.
- Before releasing a tool, check that it is seated securely on the tapered support and cannot slip from the holder.
- Keep extraction hoses and power or compressed-air lines routed so they do not pull against a stored machine.
- Periodically inspect the clamping screw and mounting point to ensure the holder remains firmly attached to the boom arm.
- Remove accumulated sanding dust from the holder regularly to maintain a clean professional workstation.
How to Use
- Confirm that the installed Festool boom arm is compatible with the WHR/CT-ASA tool holder.
- Select a suitable mounting position on the boom arm where the stored machines will remain conveniently accessible.
- Position the WHR/CT-ASA tool holder at the required mounting point.
- Secure the holder using the integrated clamping screw, tightening it sufficiently to prevent unwanted movement.
- Check that the holder is stable before placing any power tools onto it.
- Place a suitable electric or pneumatic tool securely into one of the tapered support positions.
- Use the second position for another compatible machine when required.
- Ensure hoses, cables and compressed-air lines are arranged so that they do not pull the stored tools from the holder.
- Before beginning work again, lift the required tool securely from the holder and check its cable, hose and extraction connections.
Specifications
| Description | Spec |
|---|---|
| Brand | Festool |
| Cat No. | FES493558 |
| Festool Order No. | 493558 |
| Product Type | Boom Arm Tool Holder |
| Model | WHR/CT-ASA |
| System | Festool CT Boom Arm |
| Tool Capacity | 2 Tools |
| Suitable Tool Types | Electric and Pneumatic Power Tools |
| Material | Steel |
| Holder Design | Tapered / Conical |
| Mounting Method | Clamping Screw |
| Tool-Free Mounting | Yes |
| Compatible System | CT-ASA |
| Compatible System | CT-ASA/SB |
| Compatible System | CT-ASA CT 26/36/SB |
| Main Applications | Sanding and Polishing |
Scope of Delivery:
- 1 x Festool WHR/CT-ASA tool holder
- 1 x Clamping knob / clamping screw assembly
Important scope of delivery note
The Festool CT boom arm, mobile dust extractor and power or pneumatic tools are not included. This product is the WHR/CT-ASA tool holder accessory for installation on a compatible boom arm.
Safety
- Always ensure the WHR/CT-ASA is securely clamped to the compatible boom arm before placing tools on the holder.
- Check that each stored tool is properly supported and stable before releasing it.
- Do not exceed the intended capacity of two suitable tools.
- Route electrical cables, extraction hoses and compressed-air lines so that they cannot pull a machine from the holder.
- Do not use the holder as a step, handle, lifting point or support for objects for which it was not designed.
- Inspect the holder and clamping mechanism periodically for damage, excessive wear or loosening.
- Disconnect or safely switch off machines before leaving them unattended in the holder.