{"product_id":"fluval-fx4-fx5-fx6-intake-stem","title":"Fluval FX4\/FX5\/FX6 Intake Stem","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe rigid tube that carries water from your FX canister's strainer to the rim.\u003c\/strong\u003e The Fluval FX4\/FX5\/FX6 Intake Stem (genuine Fluval part A20225) is the rigid intake tube that connects the strainer at the substrate end to the rim connector at the top of the tank. Replace it if the original has cracked, snapped, or gone missing from a second-hand filter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGenuine Fluval part A20225\u003c\/strong\u003e — the manufacturer's own intake stem, not a universal pipe\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRigid intake tube\u003c\/strong\u003e — connects the strainer to the rim connector fitting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDirect-fit replacement\u003c\/strong\u003e, sold singly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRestores a secure, rattle-free intake run\u003c\/strong\u003e with no leaks at either joint\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpec\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGenuine Fluval part number\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eA20225\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFits\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFluval FX4, FX5, FX6 canister filters\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePack contents\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1 intake stem\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFitting type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eClick-fit at strainer and rim connector\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSuitability\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFreshwater and saltwater aquariums\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWill it fit my filter?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is the genuine Fluval intake stem for the FX4, FX5 and FX6 canister filters. The strainer and rim connector fittings at each end are unchanged across the three models, so it suits any FX4, FX5 or FX6 regardless of age — including a second-hand unit missing its original stem.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSuitable for, and not suitable for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSuitable for a cracked, snapped or missing intake stem on an FX4, FX5 or FX6.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNot a universal aquarium intake pipe — it's sized specifically to click into the Fluval rim connector at one end and the strainer at the other.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCare and maintenance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePosition the strainer end well clear of the substrate — close enough to reach for cleaning, far enough that it won't draw in gravel. Check the stem for hairline cracks whenever you service the strainer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWarranty and delivery\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a genuine Fluval spare part, covered by Fluval's manufacturer warranty terms in addition to your rights under the Australian Consumer Law. Ships as a small parcel with standard delivery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhat does the intake stem actually do?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt carries water from the strainer up to the rim connector, forming the rigid section of the intake side of the plumbing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eIs this sold as a single stem or a pair?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSingle. Each FX4, FX5 or FX6 uses one intake stem.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWill it fit an FX4 I bought secondhand?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The rim and strainer fittings are unchanged across the FX4, FX5 and FX6 range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eIs this a genuine Fluval part?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, genuine Fluval part A20225.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Fluval","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54774149742883,"sku":"PF151c","price":41.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0972\/7236\/5347\/files\/fluval-fx4-fx5-fx6-intake-st-43875409133859.webp?v=1790236364","url":"https:\/\/nicksaquariumoceanariumterrarium.com.au\/products\/fluval-fx4-fx5-fx6-intake-stem","provider":"Nicks AOT","version":"1.0","type":"link"}