Description
The Fluval FX6 is the largest, highest-capacity canister in Fluval’s FX range, made for freshwater and saltwater aquariums up to 1500 litres. It moves a large volume of water to pick up more debris, and its big media baskets give beneficial bacteria plenty of room to grow.
Smart Pump technology monitors and adjusts the pump as it runs. The filter is self-starting, so you just add water and plug it in, and it releases trapped air every 12 hours to keep it running efficiently. It also comes with all the filter media you need to get started.
Key Features
- High flow: 3500 L/h pump output and 2130 L/h filter circulation.
- Smart Pump technology: Monitors and adjusts pump performance.
- Self-starting: No manual priming, and trapped air is cleared automatically every 12 hours.
- Large media capacity: Stackable baskets hold 5.9 litres of media and stop water bypassing it.
- Media included: Mechanical, chemical and biological media supplied.
- Aqua-Stop valves: Leak-resistant Click-Fit connections at a 45° angle for easier set-up.
- Easy maintenance: Purge valve with drain hose, plus an anti-clog telescopic strainer.
- Adjustable output: Multi-directional nozzles let you direct the flow.
- Quiet running: Rubberised feet help reduce vibration.
Suitable For: Freshwater and saltwater aquariums up to 1500 litres.
Product Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Brand | Fluval |
| Model | FX6 |
| Type | External canister filter |
| Aquarium size | Up to 1500L |
| Pump output | 3500 L/h |
| Filter circulation | 2130 L/h |
| Media capacity | 5.9L |
| Power | 41W (230–240V/50Hz) |
| Water type | Freshwater and saltwater |
| Media | Mechanical, chemical and biological (included) |
How to Use
- Set up the filter below the aquarium on a level surface.
- Fit the intake and output hoses using the Aqua-Stop valves.
- Fill the canister with water, then plug it in. The Smart Pump starts and primes itself.
- Check every connection for leaks once the filter is running.
- Clean and rinse the media regularly in aquarium water, using the purge valve to flush out debris.