Fluval FX6 High Performance Canister Filter

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Trying to get the SunSun to prime nearly robbed me of my sanity. Priming the FX6 was so much nicer. Like all Fluval products, you can expect the Fx6 to last a long time. In fact, it’s not uncommon for Fluval products to last over 7 years. So don’t think of buying a Fluval Fx6 as an expense, but rather an investment. In this Fluval Fx6 Canister Filter review, you’re going to find out what makes the Fluval Fx6 so great, and whether it really is the best canister filter on the market right now. Canister filters are some of the most capable filtration units on the market. Flexible in design, powerful in how much water they can filter, and often silent, they are well worth the cost over traditional power filters. The Fluval FX6 is the second of the two filters in the FX line, alone with the smaller FX4. Both are the top of the line models Fluval makes for aquariums 125 gallons in size and larger.

Looking for a powerful canister filter for your Aquarium, Fluval FX series Canister Filter is definitely the one for you. Made with precision and an objective of providing the best, the Fluval FX6 and the FX4 are the Beast. With the FX6 you get three baskets that hold an impressive 5.9 liters. This amount helps keep things convenient and easy since you can drop in a large amount offilter media.

As you can see above, the FX 6 comes with the most included filter medias while the FX4 has the second most. For the FX 5, you have to buy your own filter medias aside from the included foam. If you are looking for the best filtration types, you can take a look at our filter media guide for the FX Series. Smart Pump

And the nozzles even have different modes of output so you can change them based on the needs of your fish. Monthly maintenance indicator allows you to remember the date of your last filter maintenance/water change Once the water runs through the foam it will then go through the biological media and lastly the chemical media. If you plan on adding different filter media, always remember to keep the chemical media at the bottom as it will last longer that way. According to the store’s policy, customers have the following responsibilities regarding breakages: Reporting Breakages: Any breakages or damages must be reported to the store within 48 hours of receiving the goods. It is important to promptly notify the store to initiate the resolution process.Only downside is that it is quite noisy as I have it in livingroom aquarium. Definitely can hear it 24/7 The FX5 is more power hungry when compared to the FX6 as it uses 50 watts at 120V/60Hz as well as 48 watts at 230-240V/50Hz. In comparison, the FX6 uses 43 watts at 120V/60Hz in addition to 41 watts at 230-240V/50Hz. Included Filter Medias If you want a high-performing filter for large fish tanks, you’ll have to choose between the Fluval FX4 and Fluval FX6 because the Fluval FX5 is no longer available.

Once you get them seated, the clamps work great at keeping the hoses in place, it’s just a lot of work to get to that point. Because of its large volume capacity and versatility, the Fluval FX6 is one of the most popular canister filters among aquarists. The filtration system is enough to capture the attention of many enthusiasts with its design for tanks with a capacity of up to 400 gallons (1,500 liters). It can be modified to accommodate most tank shapes and sizes due to the filter’s extensible intake tube.

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I have to say that this is a really quiet filter! I couldn’t believe it. It pumps out SO much water and all you hear is just a little hum. So, great biomedia capacity, plus great mechanical filtration, all with an ultra-quiet but really powerful motor. That’s pretty damn perfect in my boat! It will help trap waste and keep your water nice and clear. And it’s got so much room for biomedia that it should be able to handle a ton of fish. One great feature the Fx6 has is its adjustable water flow. If you’re housing fish that don’t like strong water flows (such as bettas) you’ll be pleased to see this too. Here’s an interesting fact, none of my regular aquariums are big enough for an FX6. My biggest tanks are 55 gallons (208 liters). You could definitely make an FX6 work on a 55 gallon, if your fish thrive in a high flow environment, like hillstream loaches.

Now that you know what’s going to be inside the canister, the next most important thing to know about is the water flow. You need a filter that’s able to pump at least 4 times the amount of water in your tank per hour. And this is the minimum amount. More is always better when it comes to the number of times a filter can circulate your tanks water. You also get tons of ceramic noodles that make excellent biomedia. I added some seasoned ceramic pieces from one of my established tanks and just mixed them in with the new stuff to jumpstart the cycle. It worked really well. As an avid Aquarist, Marine Biologist, and PADI Diver, Millie is dedicated to exploring and preserving the wonders of our oceans. She is looking forward to create a career in the field of aquatic ecosystems based on a deep-rooted love for marine life and a commitment to environmental conservation. The Fluval FX6 is one of the most popular canister filters among aquarists thanks to its huge volume rating and flexibility.Well in this case we must agree with the masses they love the Fluval FX6 External Filter. We must add however that the FX6 is robust and we have lots of faith in it. Just do a little research it wins by miles. So, if you’re in the market for a good bit of kit to take care of a large job then here it is. What’s it got? It has power, value, much love and does the job. What’s it not got well it’s not pretty, but do we care? No. With the filter being so large it has a huge media area that gives all the space you could want for media of your choice. Quality Fluval media included with the canister filter . You could do empty/fill your tank using the utility valve, avoiding the mess caused by manual siphoning. The FX4, FX5 and FX6 will then automatically restart again. This mechanism is used to ensure that the filtration remains most efficient. Rubber Feet You’ll need to open up the canister and take out all of the media baskets. The ceramic biomedia and the activated carbon are in plastic bags that will need to be removed. We also recommend not using either filters for anything less than a 55 gallon long tank that is four feet in width.