This warranty does not apply to any filter that has been subject to misuse, negligence or tampering. It does not apply to filters which have been incorrectly assembled or unsuitably maintained or where installation and maintenance instructions have not been followed correctly. The warranty does not apply to wear and tear parts such as the impeller, impeller cover or motor seal. Its strong build along with the included warranty will ensure that you won’t have to worry about your canister filter lasting the years to come. A number of our testers on the Fluval 306 External Filter noted how quiet it is. It does make some noise while priming, but after you have that all setup, you won’t hear a peep from the device. After reviewing all the positives and the negatives, we do recommend the Fluval 306 External Filter.

The instant priming (no manual siphoning of water) also doesn’t hurt in the ease-of-use department. Once the filter is all set up, then you can prime the pump by pushing it a couple of times. Then you’re ready to go! Active char loses its function after about two weeks and should be replaced to keep filtering the water adequately.The impeller cover itself is better fitting than the original, and if I’m not mistaken, the 306 on my aquarium runs slightly quieter than the 305 that it replaced. They can hold a wide range of different filtration mediums (biological, chemical, and mechanical), so you can have a customized cleaning solution for your needs. The Rolf C. Hagen Group of Companies owns the Fluval brand. – a pet supplies company that was founded in 1955. While the Hagen group sells a range of pet supplies, Fluval focuses on the aquarium. They sell a range of products – from the media in filters all the way up to the aquariums themselves. Fluval are, however, best know for their filters – particularly their 206 / 306 / 406 range, of which the middle range Fluval 306 is reviewed below. Fluval 306 Canister Filter Description This was more or less like a groundbreaking technology at that point of time but has become an aquarium standard ever since. We should note that Fluval doesn’t cover any damages caused by the owner so be sure to handle your new canister filter with care.

The canister can also hold 30 to 50 percent more water than the previous models and thus cleans the tank significantly faster.When it comes to maintaining the perfect aquarium and the perfect aquarium environment, the filters, the water flow, and even the lighting play a very crucial role. And Fluval and all of their products keep all of these things in mind to give you the best in aquarium treatment that not many can compete with. Not only can the filter handle up to a 70-gallon aquarium, but the media baskets in the filter are also quite large.

However, unlike most of their competitors, Fluval was open to change and quite flexible about both their technology as well as filter/tank designing style.

Right off the bat, the 207 unit comes equipped with Fluval’s patented eTEC feature that helps it pump around 220 liters of water in an hour. Moreover, this product also appears to consume about 10 watts of energy, which makes it quite smart and energy-conserving. Also, we’re in love with its rubberized feet, which come in handy for dampening the motor’s vibration.

Fluval even recently redesigned their impeller cover to boost its durability. They’ve used ceramic in their new design to help withstand against corrosion and breakage. That being said, there are a number of canister filters that are sold at way beyond the price of the Fluval 306 that don’t perform in the same way. This was one of the reasons why it helped the company adapt to a changing fish market, which was coming up with newer and better aquarium solutions every day.Made in Italy, the Fluval 306 Canister Filter has a multi-stage filter pump and can pump out 303 gallons (1,150 liters) per hour. It has a filter circulation of 206 gallons (approx 780 liters) per hour and a filtration volume of 6.6 liters (approx. 1.7 US gallons). The Fluval 306 Canister Filter has dimensions of 10 x 7 x 18″ (25 x 18 x 46 cm). Users also mentioned how durable the 306 filter is. They described the plastic as firm enough to hold up to everyday use, as well as durable to the touch. Therefore, all you gotta do is simply add water and plug it in while the Smart Pump takes over and does the rest. Other than that, we like the auto-evacuate function that lets out trapped air every 12 hours to maximize efficiency. Also, the anti-clog, telescopic strainer works continuously to ensure unobstructed water flow. This filter is also incredibly versatile. It works for both fresh and saltwater tanks, can work through a lot of water in a little bit of time, has large media baskets, and even includes a hydraulic motor that ensures you won’t have to perform maintenance as often. Know that you’ll be getting great quality and durability for the price, making this more of a deal than an issue, though those on a budget may need to work up the nerve.