Fluval FX6 Filter

Fluval FX6 High-Performance Canister Filter
The Ultimate Workhorse for Large Aquariums
When you are managing a massive aquatic ecosystem, you can't afford compromised water quality or weak flow rates. Enter the **Fluval FX6**—the undisputed heavyweight champion of canister filtration. Described by serious hobbyists as an "absolute tank," this high-performance filter pumps out a massive **925 gallons of water per hour (GPH)**, making it the perfect choice for aquariums up to 400 gallons.
Whether you're managing a messy African Cichlid setup, a heavily stocked predatory monster tank, or a large freshwater planted escape, the FX6 delivers crystal-clear water with minimal effort on your part.
WHY THE FX6 BEATS THE REST
* **Smart Pump™ Technology:** No manual priming required. The built-in electronic circuit board continuously monitors the pump, measuring speed and force to maximize energy efficiency. It even pauses automatically every 12 hours to vent trapped air, keeping the system whisper-quiet.
* **Massive Multi-Stage Filtration:** The FX6 features a stack of removable media baskets that eliminate water bypass. It holds up to **1.5 gallons of media**, allowing you to customize your mechanical, chemical, and biological filtration.
* **Effortless Water Changes:** No more siphon buckets. The FX6 includes a multi-functional utility valve at its base. Hook up a standard garden hose, and you can drain your tank and refill it directly through the filter's own pumping power.
* **Zero-Bypass Design:** All media baskets are precision-engineered with T-handles and outer foam layers to ensure 100% of the water passes *through* your filter media rather than around it.

Technical Specifications
| Feature | Specification |

| **Aquarium Capacity** | Up to 400 US Gallons (1,500 L) 

| **Pump Output** | 925 GPH (3,500 L/h) 

| **Filter Circulation** | 563 GPH (2,130 L/h) 

| **Head Height (Max)** | 10.8 feet (3.3 m) |

| **Media Capacity** | 1.5 Gallons (5.9 L) |

| **Wattage** | 43W (120V) / 41W (230-240V) |

| **Dimensions** | 15.75" x 15.75" x 20.8" (40 x 40 x 53 cm) |

 What's Included in the Box?
> **Ready out of the box:** The FX6 comes fully loaded with premium authentic Fluval filtration media so you can set it up instantly.
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* Fluval FX6 Canister Filter unit
* Ribbed, non-kink hosing (approx. 13.1 ft / 4 m)
* Rim connector assemblies and intake/output nozzles
* **Mechanical Media:** 6 x Foam pads
* **Biological Media:** Bio-Foam blocks & BIOMAX bio-rings
* **Chemical Media:** Carbon pads
* Media baskets and T-bars
* Instruction manual

💡 Pro-Tip for Best Performance:
Because the FX6 features a massive water volume capacity, we recommend cleaning the outer mechanical foam pads every 4 to 6 weeks to keep your flow rate at absolute peak velocity. The biological BIOMAX media only needs a rinse in *tank water* (never tap water!) every few months to preserve your beneficial bacteria colony.