{"product_id":"fluval-fx5-fx6-motor-impellar-oring-50hz-41w","title":"Fluval FX5\/FX6 Motor + Impeller + O-Ring 50Hz 41w","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA complete new power end for a Fluval FX5 or FX6.\u003c\/strong\u003e This is the genuine Fluval motor unit — Fluval part number A20201-50, sold on this site under the Hagen part code PF151, in the 41 W \/ 50 Hz specification built for Australian 230–240 V mains — for the Fluval FX5 and FX6 canister filters. It's the full power-end replacement: motor, impeller and seal ring in one assembly, bringing a tired or failed filter back to as-new performance for well under the cost of a new FX.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eKey features\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGenuine Fluval part\u003c\/strong\u003e — the same motor unit fitted to a new FX5 or FX6.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eComplete power end\u003c\/strong\u003e — motor, impeller and seal ring included as one assembly, not sold separately.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e230–240 V \/ 50 Hz\u003c\/strong\u003e — the correct spec for Australian mains; do not fit a 60 Hz motor from a US-spec filter.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDirect-fit swap\u003c\/strong\u003e — fits onto your existing canister body without replacing the whole filter.\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\u003eA20201-50 (also listed as PF151)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFits\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFluval FX5, Fluval FX6\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDoes not fit\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFluval FX4 or FX2, which use a smaller motor\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWattage\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e41 W\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eVoltage \/ frequency\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e230–240 V, 50 Hz (Australian mains)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWhat's included\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMotor unit, impeller, seal ring\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\u003ch3\u003eWill it fit my filter?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis motor unit fits the Fluval FX5 and the Fluval FX6 canister filter body — it is not listed as fitting the smaller Fluval FX4. It's built to the 230–240 V \/ 50 Hz Australian mains spec; if your filter was imported on 120 V \/ 60 Hz US wiring, this is not the correct motor. Check the model and voltage printed on your filter's motor housing lid before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat's included\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 x motor unit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 x impeller\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 x seal ring\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eEverything needed to replace the power end in one part — you don't need to separately order the seal ring or impeller assembly alongside this.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSuitable for, and not suitable for\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eSuitable for any Fluval FX5 or FX6 on Australian 230–240 V \/ 50 Hz mains, running fresh or marine water. Not suitable for the Fluval FX4, FX2, or any filter wired for 120 V \/ 60 Hz.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFitting it\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe motor unit swaps onto the existing canister body using the same fasteners as the original. If your FX hums but doesn't pump, has stopped starting reliably, or trips a safety switch when it runs, a failed motor is the likely cause and this part is the definitive fix — cheaper than a new filter and keeps your existing media and plumbing in place.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eGoes well with\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/fluval-fx5-fx6-impeller-assembly\"\u003eFluval FX5\/FX6 impeller assembly\u003c\/a\u003e — already included here, but worth knowing as a cheaper fix if only the impeller has worn.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/fluval-fx5-fx6-giant-motor-seal-ring\"\u003eFluval FX5\/FX6 motor seal ring\u003c\/a\u003e — already included here, but useful as a spare for future services.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/fluval-fx5-fx6-giant-output-nozzle\"\u003eFluval FX5\/FX6 output nozzle\u003c\/a\u003e — worth checking for cracks while the filter is already open.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWarranty and delivery\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis part is covered by your rights under Australian Consumer Law. It ships as a small parcel with standard delivery.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ch4\u003eMy FX5\/FX6 hums but doesn't pump — do I need this or just the impeller?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eTry the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/fluval-fx5-fx6-impeller-assembly\"\u003eimpeller assembly\u003c\/a\u003e first if the motor still turns and runs quietly once freed up — it's the cheaper fix. If the motor itself is noisy, won't start reliably, or trips a breaker, this full motor unit is the correct part.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eIs this cheaper than buying a new FX5 or FX6?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes — this replaces the power end only, reusing your existing canister body, media and plumbing.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eWill this work on a US-spec (120 V) FX5 or FX6?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo. This is the 230–240 V \/ 50 Hz version built for Australian mains. Fitting the wrong voltage motor is an electrical safety hazard.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eDoes this include the seal ring and impeller, or do I need to buy those separately?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eBoth are included in this assembly — no need to order them separately.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Fluval","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54774149677347,"sku":"PF151","price":562.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0972\/7236\/5347\/files\/fluval-fx5-fx6-motor-impella-43180005196067.webp?v=1790234085","url":"https:\/\/nicksaquariumoceanariumterrarium.com.au\/products\/fluval-fx5-fx6-motor-impellar-oring-50hz-41w","provider":"Nicks AOT","version":"1.0","type":"link"}