{"product_id":"fluval-304-305-306-404-405-406-407-ribbed-hosing-14ml","title":"Fluval 304\/305\/306 \u0026 404\/405\/406\/407 Ribbed Hosing 14ml","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKink-proof hose for the whole 04\/05\/06\/07 canister generation.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is genuine Fluval ribbed hosing, part A20015, sold as a single 3 m (9.8 ft) length at 17 mm outside diameter. It is the same non-kink tubing Fluval fits between the motor head and the intake and output stems on the 305\/405, 306\/406 and 307\/407 canister filters, and the ribbing means it holds its bore through the bends behind a stand where a smooth hose would pinch flat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eKey features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGenuine Fluval A20015\u003c\/strong\u003e — the exact ribbed profile Fluval uses in the box, not a generic aquarium hose sold by the metre.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNon-kink ribbing\u003c\/strong\u003e — stays open through the tight bend behind a cabinet or stand where smooth-wall tubing collapses.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOne length does both runs\u003c\/strong\u003e — 3 m is enough to cut an intake and an output hose on most tanks, with spare to allow for stand height.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFresh and marine safe\u003c\/strong\u003e — the same tubing runs saltwater sumps and freshwater tanks without degrading.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eManufacturer part number\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eA20015\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eLength\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3 m \/ 9.8 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eOutside diameter\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e17 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSold as\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSingle length, cut to size by the customer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWater type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFreshwater and marine\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWill it fit my filter?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFluval lists A20015 against the 305\/405, 306\/406 and 307\/407 canister filters. The same 17 mm ribbed hose is also the one long-running specialist retailers supply for the older 304 and 404 units, which share the same stem size, though Fluval's current parts listing covers the 305-407 range explicitly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFilter model\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eTakes A20015 hosing\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e304 \/ 404\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes — same 17 mm stem, per specialist retailer parts lists\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e305 \/ 405\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes — Fluval's own listed fitment\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e306 \/ 406\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes — Fluval's own listed fitment\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e307 \/ 407\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes — Fluval's own listed fitment\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt does not fit the FX-series canisters, which use a larger-bore hose.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat's included\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e1 x 3 m ribbed hose\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eNot included\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRubber adapters\u003c\/strong\u003e — the fittings that seal the hose onto the intake and output stems are a separate part.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIntake strainer\u003c\/strong\u003e — sold separately.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHose clamps are not required with the ribbed-and-adapter system Fluval uses on this range.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSuitable for, and not suitable for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSuitable for replacing a hardened, kinked or perished hose, or fitting a second intake\/output run on a new setup. Not suitable for the FX2, FX4 or FX6 canisters, and not a substitute for the rubber adapter that actually seals the joint at each end.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCare and maintenance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCheck the hose at each service for a chalky, stiff feel or hairline cracking near the stem — that is early degradation, not just discolouration, and it is the point to replace rather than wait for a leak. Cut square with a sharp blade rather than scissors, so the adapter seats evenly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eGoes well with\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/fluval-3-405-3-406-rubber-adapter\"\u003eRubber adapter\u003c\/a\u003e — the seal between this hose and the intake\/output stem\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/fluval-305-306-405-406-intake-strainer\"\u003eIntake strainer with check ball\u003c\/a\u003e — fits the end of the intake run\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWarranty and delivery\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSupplied as genuine Fluval replacement tubing. Your rights under the Australian Consumer Law apply in full and nothing here limits them. Ships as a standard small parcel anywhere in Australia.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eCan I cut this hose to length?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. It is sold as a 3 m length specifically so it can be trimmed to suit the intake and output runs on your own stand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eDoes one length do both the intake and the output?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, on most tank and stand combinations. Very tall stands or a filter mounted well below the tank may need a second length.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWill this fit a Fluval 304 or 404?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 304 and 404 use the same 17 mm stem as the 305-407 range and specialist parts retailers list this hose against them, though it's worth checking your existing hose diameter before ordering if your unit is second-hand or older.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eDoes it need a separate clamp to hold it on?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. Fluval's system relies on the rubber adapter for the seal, not a hose clamp.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Fluval","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55293313220899,"sku":"SP297A","price":54.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0972\/7236\/5347\/files\/fluval-304-305-306-404-405-4-10281445753123-1-dq.webp?v=1790372751","url":"https:\/\/nicksaquariumoceanariumterrarium.com.au\/products\/fluval-304-305-306-404-405-406-407-ribbed-hosing-14ml","provider":"Nicks AOT","version":"1.0","type":"link"}