FX Series

Designed for aquariums up to 400 US Gal / 1500 L, FX comes equipped with all the power, media capacity and reliability you’d expect from a high-performance filter.

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Patented Smart Pump™ performance-optimizing technology

Intricate multi-stage filtration with built-in powered water change system

Basket-in-basket tray design offering massive media capacity

Patented SMART PUMP™ performance-optimizing technology

Intricate multi-stage filtration with built-in powered water change system

Basket-in-basket tray design offering massive media capacity

Available Models

FX2 Canister Filter

175 US Gal / 750 L

FX4 Canister Filter

250 US Gal / 1000 L

FX6 Canister Filter

400 US Gal / 1500 L

FX Series High Performance Canister Filters

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High Octane Power

Known for its strength and durability, FX Series sweeps the tank harder and faster to retain a greater amount of debris, which translates into cleaner water and less maintenance frequency.

Patented Smart Pump™ Technology

Pump Activity Monitoring

Smart Pump™ employs an electronic circuit board to continually monitor the pump. Impeller speed and force are constantly measured to ensure powerful output and energy efficiency.

Patented Smart Pump™ Technology

Auto Start / Self Priming

Smart Pump™ is also critical in evacuating any air that may build up in the system. Once every 12 hours, the filter will pause and allow any trapped air to escape, which maintains maximum filtration efficiency. Just add water and Smart Pump™ will prime in seconds.

Patented Smart Pump™ Technology

Whisper Quiet Operation

A cleverly designed unidirectional impeller incorporates less mechanical joints for reduced noise.

Multi-Stage Filtration

FX Series filters feature 2 inset red baskets for greater media capacity and flexibility. As with all Fluval filters, water flows through each media stage in proper order to ensure thorough cleaning. This process is more efficient and effective than some competitive filters, which force water through all stages in one pass.

Wide Media Selection

Discover Fluval’s complete range of authentic media solutions, offering higher quality, consistency and effectiveness to help support the overall health of your filter and fish.

Pre-Filter

Traps waste and debris

Bio-Foam

Biological

Deep pore structure with interconnected micro-tunnels offers vast surface area for billions of beneficial nitrifying bacteria to establish and thrive

Bio-FX

Boosts beneficial bacteria growth

Bio-Foam+

Complex porous rings offer efficient biological filtration, promote beneficial bacteria growth and help to control ammonia and nitrite

BIOMAX

Mechanical

Traps micro particles for sparkling, crystal clear water

Quick-Clear

Fine polyester pad captures small particles and debris

Max-Clean

Traps micro particles and debris while removing odors, discolorations, heavy metals and organic contaminants

Carbon Foam Pad

Chemical

Removes harmful toxins and odors

Carbon

Neutralizes toxic ammonia to prevent fish loss

Ammonia Remover

Removes toxins, odors and ammonia

Zeo-Carb

All-natural way to acidify aquarium water

Peat Granules

Removes excess phosphate for a clean and safe aquarium

Phosphate Remover Pad

Removes harmful nitrite

Nitrite
Remover Pad

Neutralizes toxic ammonia to prevent fish loss

Ammonia Remover Pad

Free Media Included

FX2FX4FX6
Bio-Foam446
Bio-Foam+112
BioMax222
Carbon Foam111
Media Bags222

Seamless Water Changes

The FX4 and FX6 filters feature a multi-functional utility valve to empty the canister and perform seamless water changes without disturbing your setup or tank inhabitants. As an added bonus, two convenient hosing clips located on the filter lid allow for storage when not in use.

The FX2 filter is so compact and lightweight that it can
easily be drained manually, even when filled with water.

Additional Features

AquaStop Click-Fit Valves

Leak-free fast assembly

Versatile Intake

Telescopic stem and anti-clog strainer

Twin Output Nozzles

Multi-directional for customized water currents

Innovative Rim Connectors

Flexible and secure connection

Self Priming

Just add water and Smart Pump™ does the rest

Rubber Feet

Reduce vibration

Compare Models & Specs

FX2 Canister Filter

175 US Gal / 750 L

  • Item #

    A213

  • UPC

    015561102131

  • Aquarium Capacity

    175 US Gal / 750 L

  • Pump Output (120 V / 60 Hz)

    475 US GPH / 1800 LPH

  • Max. Flow Rate

    343 US GPH / 1300 LPH

  • Canister Volume

    2.8 US Gal / 10.6 L

  • Filter Circulation (120 V / 60 Hz)

    343 US GPH / 1300 LPH

  • Max. Head Pressure

    6.9 ft / 2.1 m

  • Wattage (120 V / 60 Hz)

    27W

  • Wattage (230-240 V / 50 Hz)

    27W

  • Mechanical Area

    178 in² / 1150 cm²

  • Biological Volume

    1 US Gal / 3.9 L

  • Filtration Volume

    2.5 US Gal / 9.5 L

  • Dimensions

    13.4″ L x 13.4″ W x 16.5″ H / 34 x 34 x 42 cm

FX4 Canister Filter

250 US Gal / 1000 L

  • Item #

    A214

  • UPC

    015561102148

  • Aquarium Capacity

    250 US Gal / 1000 L

  • Pump Output (120 V / 60 Hz)

    700 US GPH / 2650 LPH

  • Max. Flow Rate

    450 US GPH / 1700 LPH

  • Canister Volume

    3.7 US Gal / 14 L

  • Filter Circulation (120 V / 60 Hz)

    450 US GPH / 1700 LPH

  • Max. Head Pressure

    6.9 ft / 2.1 m

  • Wattage (120 V / 60 Hz)

    30W

  • Wattage (230-240 V / 50 Hz)

    30W

  • Mechanical Area

    217 in² / 1400 cm²

  • Biological Volume

    1 US Gal / 3.9 L

  • Filtration Volume

    3.7 US Gal / 14 L

  • Dimensions

    15.75″ L x 15.75″ W x 16.5″ H / 40 x 40 x 42 cm

FX6 Canister Filter

400 US Gal / 1500 L

  • Item #

    A219

  • UPC

    015561102193

  • Aquarium Capacity

    400 US Gal / 1500 L

  • Pump Output (120 V / 60 Hz)

    925 US GPH / 3500 LPH

  • Max. Flow Rate

    563 US GPH / 2130 LPH

  • Canister Volume

    5.28 US Gal / 20 L

  • Filter Circulation (120 V / 60 Hz)

    563 US GPH / 2130 LPH

  • Max. Head Pressure

    10.8 ft / 3.3 m

  • Wattage (120 V / 60 Hz)

    43W

  • Wattage (230-240 V / 50 Hz)

    43W

  • Mechanical Area

    325.5 in² / 2100 cm²

  • Biological Volume

    1.5 US Gal / 5.9 L

  • Filtration Volume

    5.28 US Gal / 20 L

  • Dimensions

    15.75″ L x 15.75″ W x 20.8″ H / 40 x 40 x 53 cm

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