{"product_id":"fluval-fx4-fx5-fx6-foam-3-pack","title":"Fluval FX4\/FX5\/FX6 Foam 3 Pack","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGenuine Fluval replacement foam for FX4, FX5 and FX6 canister filters.\u003c\/strong\u003e Fluval part A228, which Fluval sells as Bio-Foam, is a 3 pack of foam pads cut to fit the FX4, FX5 and FX6. It is mechanical media (it physically strains debris out of the water), and it also gives beneficial bacteria a surface to grow on.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCustom fit\u003c\/strong\u003e to stop bypass (water slipping around the media instead of through it).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePore size chosen by Fluval\u003c\/strong\u003e for steady water flow and a longer working life.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMechanical and biological:\u003c\/strong\u003e catches debris and supports biological filtration (bacteria that break down fish waste).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e3 pack\u003c\/strong\u003e, so you can replace pads a few at a time.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFluval part number: A228\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePack quantity: 3 pads\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits: Fluval FX4, FX5 and FX6\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWater type: freshwater or saltwater\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSuitable for, and not suitable for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSuitable as replacement foam for the FX4, FX5 and FX6. Fluval does not list it for the FX2 or other canister filters, so check the model name on your filter before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCare\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFluval's FX manual says to check and clean the foam monthly, rinsing it in aquarium water or dechlorinated tap water (tap water treated to remove chlorine), and never to use soap or detergent. The manual also schedules replacing half the mechanical foam at a time, which keeps some of the established bacteria in the filter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWarranty and delivery\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYour rights under Australian Consumer Law apply. Ships by standard parcel post.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Fluval","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55293292216611,"sku":"FA37","price":39.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0972\/7236\/5347\/files\/fluval-fx4-fx5-fx6-foam-3-pa-43875449176355.webp?v=1790236671","url":"https:\/\/nicksaquariumoceanariumterrarium.com.au\/products\/fluval-fx4-fx5-fx6-foam-3-pack","provider":"Nicks AOT","version":"1.0","type":"link"}