{"product_id":"fluval-c3-hang-on-filter-poly-foam-pad","title":"Fluval C3 Hang On Filter Poly\/Foam Pad","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTwo-stage mechanical filtration, sized for the C3 only.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is the genuine Fluval poly\/foam pad, part 14009, made for the Fluval C3 Power Filter (aquariums up to 190 L). It sits in the first filtration stage and does the physical straining that keeps the biological and chemical media behind it from clogging with debris. Sold as a 3-pack so a clean pad is always on hand at water-change time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGenuine Fluval 14009\u003c\/strong\u003e — the exact two-sided pad Fluval ships in a new C3, not a universal cut-to-fit substitute.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTwo stages in one pad\u003c\/strong\u003e — the coarse, porous side traps large debris first; the denser polyester side behind it catches the fine particles that would otherwise cloud the water.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProtects the media behind it\u003c\/strong\u003e — a clean pad keeps flow up and stops the Bio-Screen and carbon stages from silting up early.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRinse-and-reuse between changes\u003c\/strong\u003e — swirl it in removed tank water at each service; it does not need replacing every clean.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e3-pack\u003c\/strong\u003e — a full cycle of spares, so there is always a dry pad ready while the last one dries out or gets a proper clean.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eManufacturer part number\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e14009\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSold as\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3-pack\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMedia type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMechanical (two-stage: porous foam + dense polyester)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFits filter\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFluval C3 Power Filter only\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\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWill it fit my filter?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe C-Series pad is sized to each model, so a C2 or C4 pad will not seat properly in a C3. Use the table below to check before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFilter\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eTank size\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePoly\/foam pad part\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eTakes 14009\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFluval C2\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUp to 115 L\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e14006\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNo\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFluval C3\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUp to 190 L\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e14009\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFluval C4\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUp to 265 L\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e14010\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNo\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat's included\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e3 x poly\/foam pad\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eNot included\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThe rest of the media stack.\u003c\/strong\u003e Activated carbon, BIOMAX and the Bio-Screen pad are sold separately.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSuitable for, and not suitable for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSuitable for routine maintenance of any Fluval C3, and for a first fit-out when setting up a new one. Not suitable for a C2 or C4 — the pads are a different size and will not sit flush in the filter body.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCare and maintenance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRinse in removed tank water at each service rather than tap water, so the bacteria living on it survive the clean. Fluval's own guidance is to fully replace mechanical foam at least twice a year, sooner if it has torn, compacted, or stopped springing back after a rinse.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGoes well with\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/fluval-c3-hang-on-filter-zeo-carb\"\u003eFluval C3 Zeo-Carb\u003c\/a\u003e — the chemical stage that sits behind this pad\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/fluval-c4-hang-on-filter-bio-screen\"\u003eC-Series Bio-Screen pad\u003c\/a\u003e — check this at the same service if flow has dropped further back in the media stack\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/fluval-c3-hang-on-filter-up-to-190ltr\"\u003eFluval C3 Hang On Filter\u003c\/a\u003e — the filter this pad is made for\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWarranty and delivery\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSupplied as genuine Fluval filter media. 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\u003ch3\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHow often should I replace the C3 poly\/foam pad?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRinse it in tank water at every filter service and it will last several cleans. Fluval recommends a full replacement at least twice a year, or sooner if the pad is torn or no longer springs back after rinsing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWill this fit a Fluval C2 or C4?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. Each C-Series filter uses its own pad size — the C2 takes part 14006 and the C4 takes part 14010. This pad, 14009, is sized for the C3 only.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eCan I use tap water to rinse it?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTap water contains chlorine or chloramine, which kills the beneficial bacteria on the pad. Use water removed from the tank during a water change instead.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eDoes this pad go in front of or behind the carbon?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn front. It is the first stage in the C3, catching debris before water reaches the Zeo-Carb or activated carbon stage.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Fluval","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55293298213155,"sku":"FLC02B","price":14.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0972\/7236\/5347\/files\/fluval-c3-hang-on-filter-pol-43875484598563.webp?v=1790236671","url":"https:\/\/nicksaquariumoceanariumterrarium.com.au\/products\/fluval-c3-hang-on-filter-poly-foam-pad","provider":"Nicks AOT","version":"1.0","type":"link"}