{"product_id":"fluval-c4-hang-on-filter-foam-pad","title":"Fluval C4 Hang On Filter Foam Pad","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe first line of mechanical filtration for a Fluval C4, sized to that filter only.\u003c\/strong\u003e This is the coarse foam pre-filter pad that sits in the mechanical stage of the Fluval C4 hang-on power filter, trapping larger debris before water reaches the finer poly\/foam pad, carbon and biological media further along the flow path.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eKey features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGenuine Fluval part 14007\u003c\/strong\u003e — sized specifically for the C4's media tray, not a universal-fit pad.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSold as a 2-pack\u003c\/strong\u003e — enough for one full media change with a spare on hand, or to alternate pads so one is always cycled while the other is rinsing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLarge surface area\u003c\/strong\u003e — the open-cell foam structure traps larger particles and debris before they reach the finer mechanical and biological stages.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRinse-and-reuse\u003c\/strong\u003e — designed to be rinsed in tank water and reused several times before replacement, rather than discarded after one use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes this fit my filter?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFilter\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFits\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFluval C4\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes — this is the correct foam pad\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFluval C2 \/ Fluval C3\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNo — the C2 and C3 use differently sized media and are not interchangeable with C4 parts\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCheck your filter model on its housing or original packaging before ordering. The C-series filters share a family look but their internal media trays are not the same size.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat's included\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTwo foam pads, sized to fit the C4's mechanical media compartment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSuitable for, and not suitable for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSuitable for\u003c\/strong\u003e Fluval C4 hang-on power filters, freshwater or marine, as a routine mechanical media replacement.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNot suitable for\u003c\/strong\u003e Fluval C2 or C3 filters, or non-Fluval hang-on filters.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCare and maintenance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRinse in removed tank water — never tap water — to avoid chlorinating the beneficial bacteria that colonise the foam alongside its mechanical job. Replace when the pad no longer springs back after squeezing, or when rinsing no longer restores flow.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWarranty and delivery\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCovered by Fluval's standard parts warranty against manufacturing defects, in addition to your rights under Australian Consumer Law. Standard parcel freight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWill this fit a Fluval C2 or C3 filter?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. The C2 and C3 use their own differently sized media components — this pad is cut specifically for the C4's tray.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHow often should I replace the foam pad?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere's no fixed interval — rinse it at each maintenance visit and replace it once it stops springing back into shape or flow doesn't recover after rinsing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eShould I rinse it in tap water?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo — use water removed during a water change. Tap water's chlorine or chloramine will kill the bacteria living on the pad.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Fluval","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55293298901283,"sku":"FLC03A","price":13.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0972\/7236\/5347\/files\/fluval-c4-hang-on-filter-foa-43875495936291.webp?v=1790236671","url":"https:\/\/nicksaquariumoceanariumterrarium.com.au\/products\/fluval-c4-hang-on-filter-foam-pad","provider":"Nicks AOT","version":"1.0","type":"link"}