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Festool Cordless drill CXS 12 2,5-Plus

Our smallest in 12 V. The hero among compact screwdrivers.

Light, compact and impressively powerful. The CXS 12 compact screwdriver is your ideal helper for the most varied, everyday tasks. The ergonomic C-shape facilitates precise work thanks to the handle position in the drilling and screwing axis. Numerous attachments solve the most difficult applications, perfect even for narrow spaces or corners. Fast tool change is ensured by the FastFix interface and the CENTROTEC system. The compact battery pack is compatible with all chargers in the 18-volt battery portfolio. Clever details such as the bit depot, the light control and the Systainer make the CXS 12 a compact multi-talent with practical special equipment.

Technical data

  • Battery voltage
    10.8 Volt
  • Gears
    2
  • Idle speed 1st/2nd gear
    0 - 470/0 - 1600 rpm
  • Drill diameter wood/steel
    35/10 mm
  • Torque adjustment 1st/2nd gear
    1.1 - 8/0.4 - 2.3 Nm
  • Max. Torque wood/steel
    17/30 Nm
  • Drill chuck clamping range
    1 - 10 mm
  • Battery capacity
    2.5 Ah
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Features & benefits

  • Convincing ergonomics and low weight for easy drilling and screwing.
  • The compact and handy design makes it easy to work even in confined spaces.
  • Impressive performance, thanks to the extremely powerful, brushless and therefore long-lasting EC-TEC motor.
  • The ergonomic C-shape for direct grip in the screw axis allows more targeted power transmission and more sensitive working.
  • Fast and tool-free conversion to drilling, screwing, angle drilling and angle screwing thanks to FastFix interface.
  • Numerous attachments for a wide range of applications.
  • All attachments of the current 18 V screwdrivers are compatible with CXS 12.
  • The depth stops and the eccentric attachment enable depth-limited and near-edge screwing.
  • High-quality lithium-ion battery with workpiece-friendly rubber coating, charge level indicator and 2.5 Ah for long runtime.
  • Compatible with all chargers in the Festoool 18 volt battery portfolio.
  • Includes exchangeable 10 mm FastFix quick-action drill chuck.
  • Integrated magnetic bit depot.
  • Optimum illumination of the working area thanks to switchable LED lighting.
  • 13-step torque adjustment and switch-off for precise screwing.
  • Robust belt clip that can be mounted on both sides.
  • Suitable for furniture, fittings and kitchen assembly.
  • Suitable for mounting skirting boards, boxes, lamps, curtain rods.
  • Suitable for interior fittings.
  • Suitable for the assembly of skylights.
  • Suitable for the production of façade cladding and patio decks.
  • Suitable for light and medium drilling and screwing work in wood, metal and plastic.
  • Suitable for screws in wood up to 6x200 mm.
  • Suitable for drilling in wood up to Ø 35 mm with Forstner bits.
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Compatible accessories

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Festool Angle attachment AN-XS

for CXS/TXS 12 and CXS/TXS 18 (not for CXS/TXS)

Item no.: F-205710

Delivery in 1-2 business days

€100.91 €114.49 (11.86% saved)
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Festool Rapid charger TCL 6

Fast charger TCL 6 | for all Li-Ion (Li-ion) battery packs (except CXS/TXS) |

Item no.: F-201135

Delivery in 1-2 business days

€78.11
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Festool Eccentric attachment EX-UNI

for TPC 18/4, TDC 18/4 | and all Festool C and T cordless drills with FastFix fixture (except CXS/TXS)

Item no.: F-205223

Delivery in 1-2 business days

€161.82 €167.84 (3.59% saved)
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Festool Tool chuck WH-CE CENTRO

WH-CE CENTROTEC tool chucks

Item no.: F-492135

Delivery in 1-2 business days

€35.55 €37.24 (4.54% saved)
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Festool Bit holder BH 60 CE-Imp

For Festool cordless drill and cordless impact drill with CENTROTEC interface. | Length: 60 mm

Item no.: F-498974

Delivery in 1-2 business days

€17.31 €19.05 (9.13% saved)
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Festool Keyless chuck BF-FX 10

for Festool Cordlessdrill screwdrivers CXS and TXS

Item no.: F-499949

Delivery in 1-2 business days

€83.43 €86.63 (3.69% saved)
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Festool Keyless chuck KC 13-1/2-K-FFP

For QUADRIVE DRC/PDC, DR 18/4 E FFP, PD 20/4 E FFP, DRP 18 ET FF, DRP 18-4 DEC FF, PDP 20-4 DEC FF

Item no.: F-769067

Delivery in 1-2 business days

€87.68 €90.88 (3.52% saved)
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Festool Depth stop DD-DC

DD-DC depth stop FastFix

Item no.: F-493539

Delivery in 1-2 business days

€159.98 €166.08 (3.67% saved)
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Festool Angle attachment AN-UNI

for TPC 18/4, TDC 18/4 | and all Festool C and T cordless drills with FastFix fixture (except CXS/TXS)

Item no.: F-205222

Delivery from 23.04.2026

€191.29 €198.33 (3.55% saved)
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Festool Keyless chuck KC 13-1/2-MMFP

For all Festool cordless drills, cordless percussion drills, drills | Except DR 20/DRP 20 and percussion drills with CENTROTEC interfac

Item no.: F-577072

Delivery in 1-2 business days

€101.19 €103.93 (2.64% saved)
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Festool Adapter AD-3/8" FF

Adapter AD-3/8" FF

Item no.: F-769064

Delivery in 1-2 business days

€89.08 €92.49 (3.69% saved)