Manufactures Specs and Blurbs -
THE FLUVAL FX5
Introduced on Late 2005 the FX5 is Fluval first big cannister filter and contains a number of innovative features
(Specs and product description from the Fluval website)
-50 W
- 3500 L/H (924 U.S. Gal./H)
- Black with orange accents
- 6 foam filter blocks
- For aquariums up to 1500 L (400 U.S. Gal.)
- Additional filter media sold separately
- Height - 17" - 43 cm
- Width - 16" 40.6 cm
The Fluval FX5 is a large capacity, multi-stage external canister filter system. 607 U.S. Gal. (2,300 L)/H, enabling precise management of water conditions for aquariums as large as 400 U.S. Gal. (1,500 L).
A self-priming instant-start system that eliminates the need for manual siphoning.
Unique click-fit AquaStop Valves that regulate water flow, rotate at 55 degree angles and allow for fast set-up and leak-proof maintenance.
A purge valve that allows for partial discharge of debris without needing to move the unit
Multi-directional twin output nozzles to create specific water flows
Fluval FX5 Smart Pump Technology (patent pending) ensures quiet, efficient operation. This self-priming system provides plug-in-and-start convenience.
Lift-out stack of media baskets.