Festool Exoskeleton ExoActive EXO 18-Basic

The ExoActive exoskeleton now makes light work of strenuous overhead tasks. Whether dry mortarless construction, painting, wallpapering or installation, whether on walls or ceilings, The ExoActive gives you extrapolated power when your arms get tired and takes the load off your neck. For you, less physical exertion means greater efficiency, greater focus on the quality of your work and greater enjoyment of your work. You can regulate the required power on the exoskeleton in a matter of seconds so you get targeted support precisely where it's needed. The ExoActive is lightweight and easy to wear, just like a rucksack, and can also be adjusted to your individual height.

Strengths and benefits

• Supportive: The active system allows you to work overhead without tiring.
• Conserves your energy: Helps to avoid overloads in the long-term.
• Stay focused: With support from the ExoActive, you will be able to concentrate for longer, you will be less fatigued and you will work more efficiently.
• Individual control: You can choose between three working areas depending on the application and regulate the level of support in five different settings.
• Easy to put on: Like a rucksack, can be adapted to the individual height simply and quickly thanks to various adjustment options.
• Maximum freedom of movement: Close-fitting.
• Washable: The textile and belt parts can be replaced quickly thanks to the simple changing system.
• Compatible: Part of the Festool 18 Volt System with system battery and all of the associated advantages.
• Exceptional: Fully covered by Festool Service upon registration within 100 days of purchase (festool.co.uk/service/warranty-all-inclusive).

Main areas of use

• Relief when working in front of the chest and overhead – with up to 5 kg/50 N support force per arm
• Offers support and relief when it comes to applications with tools, but also during manual assembly or activities with hand tools

Product details

Relief when working overhead

The support provided by the ExoActive for overhead work makes it easier to avoid overexertion. The ExoActive reduces the load on the front of your shoulder muscles by up to 30%*. This means that work feels up to one third easier. (*The data has been determined through application tests and may vary under deviating conditions.)

Easy to put on and individually adjustable

The ExoActive is as easy to put on as a rucksack. Together with the harness system, it can be adapted to your individual height quickly and simply.

Provides up to 5 kg of support

The ExoActive provides each underarm with an added boost of up to 50 N – equal to approx. 5 kg. By way of comparison, the PLANEX LHS 2 225 EQI long-reach sander weighs 4.7 kg, so it feels almost as light as a feather.

Stay connected

With the Festool app, the ExoActive can be customised for each application. Select one of four additional working modes, view the operating data or get helpful application tips. Regular software updates will keep your tool up to date.

Active support – easy to control

Owing to the fact that applications in trade vary, the level of support provided by the ExoActive can be individually adjusted. You can set the support you need at any given moment by turning the controller.

Three application areas

The exoskeleton has three predefined working areas for effortless control: From the waist up, from the chest up or overhead. The Festool App can also be used to select additional profiles for optimal support.

Maximum freedom of movement

No components getting in your way, no restrictive straps. Regardless of whether you're pulling off a screw, mixing paint or getting tools from your vehicle, the ExoActive exoskeleton offers maximum freedom of movement and is very comfortable to wear.

Hygienic and easy to clean

All of the ExoActive's fabric and strap parts are removable and washable, meaning that it can be worn by different people. What's more, all users can be provided with their own harness system, making it even easier and quicker to change between them.

Integrated and protected by warranty: In the Festool 18 Volt System

The ExoActive is powered by an 18V battery: Full reliability, fast recharging. And if registered within 100 days of purchase (festool.co.uk/service/warranty-all-inclusive), even battery packs and chargers are fully covered by Warranty all-inclusive.

Easy to transport, always neatly stowed away

The ExoActive is supplied along with all accessories in robust packaging that, in addition to protecting the product, also functions as a raised storage area. This way, you can easily adjust the exoskeleton to your height.

Scope of delivery

TG-EXO 18 carrying harness, KS-EXO 18 headrest, EPP transport box

Technical data

If you place your order online, we will contact you if any of your items are out of stock with current lead times or alternatives if suitable. For more details see our full Refund and Returns Policy.


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