FX5 High Performance Canister Filter - (400 Gallon)
Fluval FX5 External Filter is available from Swell UK at an unbelievable price. The Fluval FX5 is a large capacity, multi-stage external canister filter system.
Pumps in excess of 925 GPH
Allows the precise management of water conditions for aquariums of up to 400 gallons
The FX5 Canister Filter has a self-priming instant-start system that eliminates the need for manual siphoning
3 Year Manufacturer Warranty
Unique click-fit AquaStop Valves that regulate water flow, rotate at 55 degree angles and allow for fast set-up and leak-proof maintenance. A purge valve that allows for partial discharge of debris without needing to move the unit. Multi-directional twin output nozzles to create specific water flows. Fluval FX5 Smart Pump Technology (patent pending) ensures quiet, efficient operation. This self-priming system provides plug-in-and-start convenience.Fluval FX5 Canister Filer Features:9.8 ft (3 m) of 1" diameter tubing, foam filter blocks, 3 removable media baskets (1.5 gallon total media capacity), instructional DVD, and hard copy of instructions. Compact FX5 Filter Measurements - 17" Tall x 16" Diameter and consumes only 50 Watts.High Capacity - Capable of storing 1.5 gallons of filter media and recirculating 925 gallons of water per hour. Smart-Pump Chip - A computer chip monitors the pump, taking measurements to ensure efficiency. Every 24 hours the pump automatically stops to release air trapped in the system. Multi-directional Output Nozzle - Twin output nozzles can be adjusted to create specific water flows to reach all areas of the aquarium. Easy to Use - With the FX5, no manual siphoning is necessary. Once everything is hooked up the filtering process begins automatically. Of course, included is an instructional DVD helpful for novices and experts alike. Media Customization - The stacking media baskets allow you to layer your media in a precise manner. A foam insert in the baskets allows for mechanical pre-filtering. Maintenance is simple due to the instant-release handles that separate the baskets. Efficient - The FX5 has several measures to prevent clogging and damage to the system. Aquastop valves provide an easy way to stop water flow for maintenance. Click-fit connectors create a leak free connection and the clog-proof intake strainer repels debris.