If you are unsure which Fluval replacement part you need, please don't hesitate to get in touch with our experienced sales team on 01642 612419 who can advise on the right replacement item for you and your fish tank. As sponge filters have no means to include chemical media in them, they are only limited to providing mechanical and biological filtration.

If you would like to change your settings or withdraw consent at any time, the link to do so is in our privacy policy accessible from our home page. Fluval first appeared in the aquatic scene all the way back in 1975 and was the very first to pioneer a 3-stage filter system that boasted a synchronous motor technology. We like the fact that the unit comes included with all filter media – mechanical, chemical, and biological, a feature amiss in most other canister filters with similar specs. Moreover, it comes equipped with a powerful motor that can pump up to 500-1,400 liters of water in an hour, which sounds like an absolute value for money experience. The cookie is used to calculate visitor, session, campaign data and keep track of site usage for the site's analytics report.

You should put all the pieces into place, make sure all the media pieces are where they’re supposed to be, and then install the filter where you desire it on your aquarium. Also, the filter media enables a 5-stage filtration process, starting from mechanical filtration to chemical filtration. Its strong build along with the included warranty will ensure that you won’t have to worry about your canister filter lasting the years to come.

When it comes to maintaining the perfect aquarium and the perfect aquarium environment, the filters, the water flow, and even the lighting play a very crucial role. It has a filter circulation of 206 gallons (approx 780 liters) per hour and a filtration volume of 6. There are also frequently asked questions, a product rating and feedback from users to enable you to optimally use your product. To begin with, we’re impressed with the astounding capacity of the FX6, pumping out 925 gallons of water every hour.It’s square shaped container is able to hold up to 50% more water than containers of a similar size that are round in shape.

When initially put in the water, this pad acts as a medium through which the aquarium water is drawn. The Fluval 206, has more than enough power to keep a 300 liter fish tank clean and clear, And it is incredibly efficient at doing so. This also means there is always a constant level of nitrifying bacteria, which is very much needed in the aquarium and for the fish. Besides, this superior multi-stage filter is suitable for use in both freshwater and saltwater fish tanks, ensuring optimal output by employing the top-notch pump technology. The unique square-shaped canister design ensures that the 306 holds 35 to 50% more water than round canister filters of a similar size.The impeller cover itself is better fitting than the original, and if I’m not mistaken, the 306 on my aquarium runs slightly quieter than the 305 that it replaced. This was more or less like a groundbreaking technology at that point of time but has become an aquarium standard ever since. It allows increased motor hydraulic performance for your aquarium that can reduce the maintenance frequency by improving the flow rates and head pressure.