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Fluval FX6 High Performance Aquarium Filter, Canister Filter for Aquariums up to 400 Gal.

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Size: FX6


Features

  • Multi-stage filter pumps out 925 US Gal (3,500 L) of water per hour, Smart Pump advanced microchip technology continuously monitors and optimizes pump performance
  • Self-starting just add water, plug in and Smart Pump will take over, trapped air auto-evacuated every 12 hours to ensure maximum efficiency
  • Easy water changes eliminate need to lift heavy buckets. Simply attach hosing to output and Smart Pump does the rest
  • Removable, stackable media baskets eliminate water bypass and hold a total of 1.5 US Gal (5.9 L) of media, all filter media included - mechanical, chemical and biological
  • Compact 21 in (53 cm) tall design - easily fits under most aquariums

Description

Fluval FX6 is a high performance canister filter with many outstanding features designed to make aquarium fish keeping easier and more convenient than ever. This super capacity yet compact canister filter has a pump output of 925 gallons of water and has a filter circulation of 563 GPH, which both work to produce cleaner and healthier results. Filtering material can easily be placed in a removable stack of media baskets, which is at the heart of Fluval's multistage filtration. The baskets are precision-engineered to eliminate water by-pass, making filtration more efficient. The baskets can hold a total of 1.5 gallons of media and can be stacked in the precise combination of layers that will work best for your aquarium. Each one is lined with a foam insert for effective mechanical pre-filtering. Instant-release T-handles let you lift and separate the baskets quickly and easily, making routine maintenance simple. FX6 also features Smart Pump Technology, which provides optimum filter performance. This advanced technological feature employs an electronic circuit board that continuously monitors the pump. Impeller speed and force are constantly measured to ensure power output and energy efficiency. It also manages the filter's self-starting feature and evacuates air that may enter or build up within the filtration system. On a 12-hour cycle, the pump will pause and allow trapped air to escape, ensuring the best filtration efficiency. Only 21" in height, FX6 fits under most aquariums. Fluval first broke onto the aquatic scene in 1975 by introducing the world’s first 3-stage filter with synchronous motor technology. Since then, Fluval has built a legacy around this pioneering spirit, relentlessly adapting in a changing world to launch innovative aquarium products. Fluval’s mission is not just about building products that mimic the natural world, but inspiring aquarists of all skill levels to enjoy and respect the hobby for generations to come.

Is Discontinued By Manufacturer ‏ : ‎ No


Language ‏ : ‎ English


Product Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 15.1 x 15.6 x 20.7 inches; 19.9 Pounds


Item model number ‏ : ‎ A219


Date First Available ‏ : ‎ February 23, 2013


Manufacturer ‏ : ‎ Rolf C. Hagen (USA) Corp.


Country of Origin ‏ : ‎ Italy


Best Sellers Rank: #8,386 in Pet Supplies (See Top 100 in Pet Supplies) #15 in Aquarium Filters


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Item Weight: 19.9 pounds


Manufacturer: Rolf C. Hagen (USA) Corp.


Language: English


Country of Origin: Italy


Item model number: A219


Date First Available: February 23, 2013


Item Package Dimensions L x W x H: 20.5 x 15.62 x 15.31 inches


Item Dimensions LxWxH: 15.1 x 15.6 x 20.7 inches


Item Weight: 19.9 Pounds


Brand Name: Fluval


Target Audience Keyword: algae-eaters, bottom-feeder-fish, mollusks, goldfish, octopuses, snails, fish, cichlid-fish, sharks, rays, invertebrate-fish, betta-fish


Directions: See included instruction manual


Warranty Description: 3 YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY


Model Name: Fluval FX6 High Performance Canister Filter


Color: Black


Size: FX6


Material: Rubber


Age Range Description: All Life Stages


Care Instructions: Regular Filter Maintenance


Number of Items: 1


Style: FX6 Filter


Breed Recommendation: All Breed Sizes


Included Components: Product in Descripton


Specific Uses for Product: Indoor


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    • Easy to assemble, quiet, extremely efficient......
Size: FX6
I've been keeping tropical fish for over 50 years, and I know quality when I see it. In point of fact I've always been more of an Eheim man, until a friend told me about the Fx6. My complaint with Eheim was the fact that it can be a pain to prime, and I didn't want to go through that again, so I took the plunge and bought the Fx6 for my newly setup 125 gallon tank. When the package arrived I was shocked at the size of this thing. It reminded me of a canister vacuum cleaner. After a quick unboxing, and cursory accounting of parts, I began the process of assembling the filter at 5:15 PM. At 5:45 PM, I turned it on, watched it cycle, and then settle down to a almost silent hum. I didn't have to do anything but watch. It did it all. No sucking on the intake to get it to prime, no water splashing everywhere because you couldn't get the hose on fast enough, and no fuss at all. How nice is that? The outtake, while very strong, was easily adjustable, so the stream pointed upward, and away from the middle of the tank. You cannot hear one little drop of splashing water. I will be keeping Discus and they don't like hurricane water. Like most new tanks mine was quite cloudy, and had been for a couple of days before I started the filter. Overnight the cloudiness completely disappeared and the water is almost crystal clear. Bottom line: while expensive it's one of those "you get what you pay for" situations and I consider this easy to assemble, simple to start, highly efficient filter getting what I paid for. I recommend it most heartily for the reasons I have mentioned. Incredibly easy to assemble and starting is a matter of plugging it in. Very quiet and by all appearances very, very efficient. If you have one of these there is no need whatsoever to use an additional filter on a large-100-200 gallon tank. This big boy will take care of everything for you. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on September 12, 2015 by Michael J. Scott
    • Moves a lot of water; Rock-solid construction.
Size: FX6
Review Image by the angler the angler
I bought an FX5 in 2011. Seven years later it is still running like brand-new. I bought an FX6 in 2013. Five years later . . . .like brand new. I've been keeping fish for more than 25 years. During that time I've used many different types of canister and HOB filters. My main recollection with previous canisters was the rage and frustration of priming them, fitting finicky rubber gaskets, dozens of fussy parts. . . After those experiences, the FX5/6 were such a joy. They're simple to assemble, and they prime immediately. Nothing is perfect, so here are pros and cons to help the prospective buyer: PROS: 1. Huge capacity. Imagine a 4-gallon bucket filled with media, with a powerful motor in the lid. 2. Moves a lot of water, and keeps the tank sparkling. 3. Starts instantly and runs like a dream. 4. Reliable - I've been running an FX5 continuously for 7 years; and an FX6 for 5 years. I've never once had any repair issues or problems of any kind. The only maintenance I do is clean or change the media as needed. CONS (and these would probably be better described as "things to consider before getting one"). 1. Powerful enough to suck up fish. In my 120g, I previously had jewel cichlids. They spawned, and whenever I would clean the filter I would find babies inside. Again, this is not a defect, this is just a cautionary note to be smarter than I was about where you use the filter. I currently have guppies in the 120g. They have hundreds of babies. Again, on any given day I'll find a dozen babies in the filter. (FWIW, you can adjust the flow, although I'd suggest that if you need reduced throughput, you might just get a smaller and cheaper filter). 2. It's heavy and awkward. Hey, it's a 4-gallon-ish bucket filled with water and filter media. It's heavy. As another reviewer noted, I have to heave it out of the cabinet and haul it outside to maintain it. 3. You may need to tinker with the selection and placement of filter media. A Google search will yield multiple hits from people who have suggestions and opinions on the topic. I may still be doing it wrong. From bottom to top I have a water polishing pad, two foam pads, and ceramic tubes. For some reason, the polishing pad gets saturated first, and ends up being the reason for reduced flow, while the others are only somewhat dirty. My tank is moderately planted, and I can go through perhaps 4-5 weeks between filter cleanings/media changes. 4. You'll want a towel when disconnecting the filter from the hoses for cleaning. I have not found a way to keep about half a cup of water from escaping whenever I disconnect. 5. It may take some elbow crease to depress the "buttons" (wrong term) to release the hose from the filter body. You have to depress them and lift the hose off, and sometimes it requires some effort. 6. Expensive. It just is. That's a lot of money to drop on a filter. But I think it's well spent. I imagine you're paying for a powerful and well-built motor. No other piece of aquarium equipment (excluding the tank, of course) has lasted me 7 years - let alone in like-new condition. I feel that I easily have another 7-plus years out of it. Bottom line? I see no need to look for alternative filters for large tanks. I just bought a 300g aquarium, and when it arrives I will be furnishing it with another FX5 or FX6. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on June 14, 2018 by the angler the angler
    • The best filter we have ever had
Size: FX6
We have had hang on backs for ever..this is a game changer. Yes it is pricey but in my opinion it is worth it. We are using this for our 75 gallon and its amazing. We have it on the bottom shelf of a stand and had to put Styrofoam under it so that it didn't rattle but that was an easy fix. Now it is whisper quiet and wonderful. Our tank looks beautiful and clear and looks much less cluttered then with the hang on back filters and their many wires and bulkiness. It was somewhat simple to set up as long as you take the time to read the instructions carefully. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on August 16, 2024 by William & Ana

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