Fluval Number 306 External Filter

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They have an extensive range of fish care products like filter canisters, bio-foams, and fantastic aquariums that have grown to be incredibly popular over the years. As we said, the best thing about this product is its Smart Pump feature, which evacuates air automatically to enhance its performance several notches. We were impressed to find that this unit can pump up to 450 gallons in an hour. On that note, unless you have a large fish tank, the FX4 could be an overkill. The Fluval 306 delivers many practical benefits–including better filtration, less maintenance frequency, faster setup, and quieter operation–all designed to make fishkeeping more enjoyable. With enhanced functionality and filtration performance to help create the cleanest, healthiest aquariums ever.

We post guides on all the things that matter to aquarists -- from choosing a suitable tank, cleaning it, and maintaining a healthy environment -- to advanced topics, such as aquascaping, crafting homemade fish food, and how to run various 'styles' of aquarium. Know that you’ll be getting great quality and durability for the price, making this more of a deal than an issue, though those on a budget may need to work up the nerve. Right off the bat, the 207 unit comes equipped with Fluval’s patented eTEC feature that helps it pump around 220 liters of water in an hour. Moreover, this product also appears to consume about 10 watts of energy, which makes it quite smart and energy-conserving. Also, we’re in love with its rubberized feet, which come in handy for dampening the motor’s vibration. Plus, if you should come across any trouble putting together or using the filter, there are numerous tutorials online, and the filter comes with an instructional DVD.Fluval’s patented Aqua-Stop valve makes it all the easier to connect and disconnect hoses to and within the 306 External Filter. This filter is also incredibly versatile. It works for both fresh and saltwater tanks, can work through a lot of water in a little bit of time, has large media baskets, and even includes a hydraulic motor that ensures you won’t have to perform maintenance as often. The Fluval External 306 Canister Filter comes with a three-stage filtration system that encompasses mechanical, chemical, and biological stages. Now this phosphate cleaner from Fluval is just perfect if you have a relatively higher phosphate level in your aquarium and are in need of an effective solution for it. Flow is increased by over 10% in the new version, bringing it to an output of 1150 lph over the original 1000. The difference in flow is immediately noticeable, making the ‘go-faster’ red colouring all the more apt.

The canister also comes with the Fluval patented “Aqua-Stop Valve” system which allows the hose to disconnect with one single motion. This makes maintaining the canister incredibly easy, as you can effortlessly detach it from the tank whenever you want. The primer handle has been tweaked to make it more sturdy, with the originals being easy to bend, and in some cases snapping off. The newer version allows for a bit more aggressive priming, and sits better in the fingers as well. The biggest difference is the increased flow from the new impeller well designs, which feel a lot more spacious than the originals, too. Not only that, but they seem to be slightly easier to remove the impellers from. A trivial point, but one that I can’t help but to note as a plus.

And we can do anything to keep them safe from all forms of external as well as internal water pollutants. Users also mentioned how durable the 306 filter is. They described the plastic as firm enough to hold up to everyday use, as well as durable to the touch.

You can place your aquarium wherever you desire without worry that it will cause noise or a distraction. It comes with a lot of improved and advanced features such a more powerful motor which enhances the water flow rate. To begin with, we’re impressed with the astounding capacity of the FX6, pumping out 925 gallons of water every hour. What further enhances its performance is the advanced microchip technology-enabled smart pump that constantly monitors and optimizes the productivity of the unit.

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The instant priming (no manual siphoning of water) also doesn’t hurt in the ease-of-use department.