{"product_id":"fluval-aquaclear-hang-on-filter-ac50-757lph","title":"Fluval Aquaclear Hang on Filter AC50 - 757lph","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA larger hang-on-back filter for 76-190 L tanks that need more flow and media than the AC30 offers.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Fluval AquaClear 50 (AC50) is a hang-on-back power filter rated for aquariums from 76 to 190 L, with a maximum flow of 757 L\/h (200 US gal\/h). Note: Fluval's own spec sheet lists the AC50 at 76-190 L — if you've seen this filter listed elsewhere at 180-275 L, that range belongs to the larger AC70; the numbers on this page are taken from Fluval's published specification.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAdjustable flow control\u003c\/strong\u003e — wind the output back from the intake lever without stepping down a model size.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRefillable media basket\u003c\/strong\u003e — foam, activated carbon and BioMax ceramic rings in one basket, not a sealed throwaway cartridge.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThree-stage filtration\u003c\/strong\u003e — mechanical (foam), chemical (carbon) and biological (BioMax) media in one pass.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHandles a heavier bioload\u003c\/strong\u003e — the larger media basket suits established, well-stocked community and cichlid tanks in its size range.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFresh and marine safe\u003c\/strong\u003e — rated for freshwater and saltwater use, up to 35°C.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpec\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAC50\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRated aquarium volume\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e76-190 L (20-50 US gal)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMaximum flow rate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e757 L\/h (200 US gal\/h), adjustable down via the flow control lever\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFiltration stages\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3-stage: mechanical (foam), chemical (activated carbon), biological (BioMax)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDimensions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e18.4 x 11.1 x 16.3 cm (L x W x H)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMaximum rim\/glass thickness\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2.4 cm (0.9 in)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePriming\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eManual fill required; primes in 30-45 seconds once powered on\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWater type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFreshwater and marine\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVoltage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e230-240V\/50Hz on export-market units — check the rating plate on your unit to confirm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWill it fit my tank?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe AC50 is rated to 76-190 L, which covers most standard to large community tanks. Check your rim or glass thickness is under 2.4 cm where the filter hangs. If your tank runs above 190 L or carries a heavy bioload, step up to the AC70 or AC110.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhich AquaClear do I need?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll five AquaClear sizes share the same flow-control design and media layout — they scale up in flow rate and media volume as the numbers get bigger.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eModel\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMax flow rate\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eRated aquarium volume\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMedia set\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAquaClear 20 (AC20)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e379 L\/h (100 US gal\/h)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e18-76 L\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1 x foam, 1 x carbon, 1 x BioMax\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAquaClear 30 (AC30)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e568 L\/h (150 US gal\/h)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e38-114 L\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1 x foam, 1 x carbon, 1 x BioMax\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAquaClear 50 (AC50)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e757 L\/h (200 US gal\/h)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e76-190 L\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1 x foam, 1 x carbon, 1 x BioMax\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAquaClear 70 (AC70)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1,136 L\/h (300 US gal\/h)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e152-265 L\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1 x foam, 2 x carbon, 1 x BioMax\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAquaClear 110 (AC110)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1,892 L\/h (500 US gal\/h)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e227-416 L\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1 x foam, 2 x carbon, 2 x BioMax\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSuitable for, and not suitable for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSuitable for:\u003c\/strong\u003e freshwater community and cichlid tanks, planted tanks, marine setups, and any 76-190 L aquarium.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNot suitable for:\u003c\/strong\u003e aquariums over 190 L, or tank rims\/glass thicker than 2.4 cm at the mounting point.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat's included\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 x AquaClear AC50 filter housing and motor\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 x intake strainer with adjustable flow control\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 x media basket with foam insert, activated carbon insert and BioMax insert fitted\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCare and maintenance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRinse or replace the foam insert monthly. Replace the activated carbon roughly every three months. Rinse the BioMax every two months in tank water (never tap water) and replace roughly every three months, never all at once. Replacement media: BioMax insert (Fluval A1372F), foam insert 3-pack (Fluval A1394F), and activated carbon 3-pack (Fluval A1384F).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSafety\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOperates on Australian 230-240 V\/50 Hz mains. Run it through a residual current device (safety switch) and loop the power cord below the socket to stop water tracking down the cord.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWarranty and delivery\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFluval's standard warranty on AquaClear power filters is 3 years from purchase, extendable to 5 years total with online registration within 30 days — in addition to your rights under Australian Consumer Law. Standard parcel delivery Australia-wide.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eIs the aquarium volume on this page different from what I've seen elsewhere?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt may be. Fluval's published spec sheet rates the AC50 at 76-190 L; some older listings have shown 180-275 L, which is actually closer to the AC70's rating. We've used Fluval's own figures on this page.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eIs the AquaClear 50 self-priming?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. Fill the filter case with water before switching on, set the flow lever to its lowest setting for the first start, then allow 30-45 seconds for the siphon to establish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eCan I run the AC50 on a saltwater tank?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Fluval rates the AquaClear range for both freshwater and marine use up to 35°C.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHow often do I need to replace the media?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRinse the foam monthly and replace it as it breaks down; replace carbon roughly every three months; rinse BioMax every two months and replace roughly every three months, staggered so you never remove all of it at once.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhat's the difference between the AC50 and the AC30?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFlow and media volume. 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