{"product_id":"fluval-c2-hang-on-filter-poly-foam-pad","title":"Fluval C2 Hang On Filter Poly\/Foam Pad","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe fine-polishing stage that finishes what the coarse foam pad starts.\u003c\/strong\u003e This is the Fluval C2's stage-two media: one side open-cell foam, the other a denser polyester layer that traps the finer particles the first pad lets through.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eKey features\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGenuine Fluval part\u003c\/strong\u003e — catalogue number 14008, purpose-built for the C2 chamber.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDual-density design\u003c\/strong\u003e — porous foam face for larger debris, dense polyester face for fine particles and water clarity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReusable\u003c\/strong\u003e — rinse and reuse until it loses its shape or tears.\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\u003e14008\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\u003eMedia type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDual-density mechanical foam\/poly pad, stage 2\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWill it fit my filter?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eSized for the C2 chamber. The C3 version is part 14009 and the C4 version is part 14010 — visually similar but a different footprint, so check your filter model before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhich C series poly\/foam pad do I need?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFilter model\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePoly\/foam pad 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\u003e14008\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFluval C3\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e14009\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFluval C4\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e14010\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCare and maintenance\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eRinse in tank water rather than tap water to protect the bacteria colonising the media. Expect to replace it roughly every 2–3 months on Fluval's general guidance, sooner if the tank is heavily stocked or the pad stays compressed after rinsing.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSuitable for, and not suitable for\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eSuitable for the Fluval C2 in freshwater or marine use. Not compatible with the C3 or C4, despite the similar appearance.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eGoes well with\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFluval C2 Hang On Filter Foam Pad — the coarse stage 1 pad this one works alongside\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFluval C2 Hang On Filter Zeo-Carb — the chemical stage directly behind it\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFluval C2 Hang On Filter Impeller Assembly — worth keeping spare so a service doesn't stall on a worn part\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWarranty and delivery\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eGenuine Fluval replacement media, covered by your rights under Australian Consumer Law. Standard freight.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ch4\u003eWhat's the difference between this and the plain foam pad?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe plain foam pad (14005) is stage 1 — coarse and open, for large debris. This poly\/foam pad (14008) is stage 2, with a denser polyester face that polishes out the finer particles the first pad misses.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eDo I need both?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes — the C2's five-stage design uses both mechanical pads in sequence before water reaches the carbon and biological stages.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eWill this fit my C4?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo — order part 14010 for the C4. This one (14008) is sized for the C2 only.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Fluval","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55293297983779,"sku":"FLC01B","price":15.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0972\/7236\/5347\/files\/fluval-c2-hang-on-filter-pol-43875483189539.webp?v=1790236671","url":"https:\/\/nicksaquariumoceanariumterrarium.com.au\/products\/fluval-c2-hang-on-filter-poly-foam-pad","provider":"Nicks AOT","version":"1.0","type":"link"}