{"product_id":"fluval-c2-hang-on-filter-impeller-assembly","title":"Fluval C2 Hang On Filter Impeller Assembly","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe part that actually moves the water — genuine replacement impeller for the Fluval C2.\u003c\/strong\u003e If the C2's motor is running but flow has dropped off or gone noisy, a worn or jammed impeller is the most common cause, and this assembly is the fix.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eKey features\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGenuine Fluval part\u003c\/strong\u003e — catalogue number A-20297, the exact impeller and shaft assembly the C2 was built with.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eComplete assembly\u003c\/strong\u003e — impeller, shaft and cover in one part, not just the fan.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRestores rated flow\u003c\/strong\u003e — a worn impeller is the usual reason a C2's flow drops well below its 400 L\/h rating even with clean media.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eManufacturer part number\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eA-20297\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFits\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFluval C2 Hang On Filter only\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eNot compatible with\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFluval C3 (uses A-20298) or C4 (uses A-20299)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWill it fit my filter?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis impeller is machined for the C2's motor housing specifically. The C3 and C4 use their own impeller assemblies (A-20298 and A-20299) that are a different size — they will not run correctly in a C2, and this one will not fit a C3 or C4.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhich C series impeller do I need?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFilter model\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eImpeller assembly part number\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFluval C2\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eA-20297\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFluval C3\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eA-20298\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFluval C4\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eA-20299\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCare and maintenance\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eFluval's own guidance is to check the impeller and seal ring monthly for grit or hair build-up, which is the usual cause of noise or reduced flow, and to clean or replace as needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSafety\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eUnplug the filter before opening the impeller housing. Handle the shaft carefully — it's a small precision part and the ceramic shaft can chip if dropped.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSuitable for, and not suitable for\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eSuitable as a service or replacement part for the Fluval C2 only. Not suitable for the C3, C4 or any other Fluval filter.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eGoes well with\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFluval C2 Hang On Filter Up To 115ltr — the unit this part services\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFluval C2 Hang On Filter Foam Pad and Poly\/Foam Pad — worth changing at the same time if the filter is due a full service\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWarranty and delivery\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eGenuine Fluval spare part, covered by your rights under Australian Consumer Law. Standard freight.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ch4\u003eHow do I know if I need a new impeller rather than just a clean?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eTry cleaning the existing impeller and shaft first — grit or hair is the most common cause of noise or weak flow. Replace it if it's cracked, the shaft is worn, or cleaning doesn't restore normal flow.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eIs this the whole impeller or just the fan blade?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt's the complete assembly — impeller, shaft and cover — not a single component.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eWill the C3's impeller (A-20298) fit my C2?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo — A-20298 is sized for the C3. Use A-20297 for the C2.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Fluval","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55293298180387,"sku":"FLC01G","price":18.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0972\/7236\/5347\/files\/fluval-c2-hang-on-filter-imp-43875484238115.webp?v=1790236669","url":"https:\/\/nicksaquariumoceanariumterrarium.com.au\/products\/fluval-c2-hang-on-filter-impeller-assembly","provider":"Nicks AOT","version":"1.0","type":"link"}