{"product_id":"fluval-polishing-pads-suits-106-206-107-207-3-pack","title":"Fluval Polishing Pads Suits 106 206 107 207 3 Pack","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA fine polishing pad for a Fluval 106, 107, 206 or 207 canister filter, for the days your water needs to go from cloudy to crystal fast.\u003c\/strong\u003e This is a genuine Fluval Quick-Clear pad, not a permanent media — it's designed to go in for a few weeks after new fish, a substrate stir-up or a big water change, then come back out.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eKey features\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGenuine Fluval part, A242\u003c\/strong\u003e — the pad Fluval designs specifically for the 106\/206 and 107\/207 canister range.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFine polishing fibre\u003c\/strong\u003e — catches particles ordinary foam and floss let through, for genuinely clear water rather than just \"less cloudy\".\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eShort-term use\u003c\/strong\u003e — best used for a few weeks at a time, not left in permanently.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e3 pads per pack\u003c\/strong\u003e — enough for repeat use over several cloudy-water events.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWill it fit my filter?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFits\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFluval 106, 107, 206 and 207 canister filters\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePart number\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eA242\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSKU\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFA32\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePack size\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3 pads\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMedia type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePolyester water-polishing pad (mechanical, fine-particle)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCare and maintenance\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eFit the pad when water is visibly cloudy or just after a tank disturbance, then remove it once the water has cleared. If left in continuously, change it every 4 to 8 weeks — a polishing pad clogs with fine particulate faster than standard mechanical media and will restrict flow if left too long.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSuitable for and not suitable for\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eSuitable for clearing cloudy water in a 106\/107\/206\/207 canister filter. Not a substitute for biological media — it does not replace the ceramic or bio-media stages of the filter, and shouldn't be relied on as permanent mechanical filtration.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWarranty and delivery\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eCovered by Fluval's standard replacement-parts warranty against manufacturing defects, in addition to your rights under Australian Consumer Law. Standard freight.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ch4\u003eDo I need this pad running all the time?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo — it's designed for short-term use when water is cloudy, not as a permanent filter stage.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eHow long does one pad last?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eChange it every 4 to 8 weeks if left in continuously, or remove it once the water has cleared.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eWill this fit my 105 or 205?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis pack is specified by Fluval for the 106\/206 and 107\/207 models. Check your filter's model number before ordering if you have a 105 or 205.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eDoes it replace my bio-media?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo — it's a mechanical polishing stage only and sits alongside, not instead of, your biological media.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Fluval","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55293291987235,"sku":"FA32","price":10.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0972\/7236\/5347\/files\/FA32_4.png?v=1782879318","url":"https:\/\/nicksaquariumoceanariumterrarium.com.au\/products\/fluval-polishing-pads-suits-106-206-107-207-3-pack","provider":"Nicks Aquarium Oceanarium Terrarium","version":"1.0","type":"link"}