The Fluval 305 External Canister Filter provides complete, multi-stage filtration for aquariums up to 300 Liters (70 U.S. gallons). The modular design allows for quick and easy maintenance while flexible filter media chambers permit maximum versatility for basic to custom filter media configurations. Fluval 05 external canister filters offer quick, trouble-free maintenance features. These include instant priming, lift-lock clamps that securely lock the cover in place and an Aqua-Stop feature that stops the water flow without the need to disconnect hoses. Backed by a 3-year guarantee.
- Black / Silver
- UL approved
- 110 V, 60 Hz
- Filter media included: 2 x Foam, 3 x Carbon (70 g), 3 x Glass Biomax (200 g)
- 2 part Lock clamp
- Ribbed hosing
MEDIA REPLACEMENT GUIDE FOR FLUVAL CANISTER FILTERS
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| Media | Rinse | Replace | Fluval 206 (A207) | Fluval 306 (A212) | Fluval 406 (A217) | Fluval FX5 (A218) | Fresh water | Marine | What it does |
| Ammonia Remover | Monthly | A1480 | A1480 | A1480 | A1480 | x | Removes Ammonia (toxic) | ||
| Bio-Foam | 3 Months | 6 Months | A236 | A237 | A237 | - | x | x | Traps heavy particles, hosts beneficial bacteria, enhances bio. Filtration |
| Biomax | 3mo. Only 1/2 | A1456 | A1456 | A1456 | A1456 | x | x | Hosts large colonies of beneficial bacteria, reduces ammonia & nitrite | |
| Carbon | Monthly | A1440 | A1440 | A1440 | A1440 | x | x | Removes odors and improves water clarity | |
| Clearmax | 3 Months | A1348 | A1348 | A1348 | A1348 | x | x | Traps odor causing phospate, nitrite, & nitrate resulting in clear water | |
| Foam Block/Insert | Monthly | Bi-Monthly | A222 | A222 | A226 | A228 | x | x | Captures large particles and debris, enhances biological filtration |
| Peat Granules | PH & KH lvls D | A1465 | A1465 | A1465 | A1465 | x | Naturally lowers water hardness and pH | ||
| Polishing Pad | 7-10 Days | A242 | A244 | A244 | A246 | x | x | Removes fine particles to maintain water clarity | |
| Polishing Pad Fine | 4 Weeks | - | - | - | A248 | x | x | Removes fine particles to maintain water clarity | |
| Pre-Filter | Occasional | Permanent | A1470 | A1470 | A1470 | A1470 | x | x | Traps heavy particles to prevent clogging of other media |
| Zeo-Carb | Monthly | A1490 | A1490 | A1490 | A1490 | x | Carbon (removes odors, discoloration) plus ammonia remover |
- amazing!!!! Review by anita
Your Rating i just love this product!!! really quiet!!! really clean!! (Posted on 3/10/11)
- Great product Review by Steven
Your Rating It may look complicated to assemble but I can follow the instruction very easily. It works great. Great for my big goldfishes. Water is crystal clear at all time. (Posted on 3/10/11)
- great Review by Shane
Your Rating great (Posted on 3/10/11)
- Simple maintanance system Review by Paul the fisher
Your Rating superior performance over the magnum ! purchased for Style , simple maintanance, quietness ! no more clacking from my old Bio-wheel-- Amazing ! (Posted on 3/10/11)






