Is this the right prefilter for a FX6?

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With the flow of an fx6 using a prefilter like that will clog it ASAP I would steer away from sponge prefilter just my 2 cent. Had many fx5/6 clog with sponge prefilter weakens the flow drastically
 
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I can't tell how big it is for sure, looks pretty small and judging from the "40 gallons and up" I'm guessing it's more for something a fraction of the size of an FX6. Like the Fluval 206 range. For an FX6 you're going to want something pretty big.
 
TwoHedWlf said:
I can't tell how big it is for sure, looks pretty small and judging from the "40 gallons and up" I'm guessing it's more for something a fraction of the size of an FX6. Like the Fluval 206 range. For an FX6 you're going to want something pretty big.
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Hmm good point
 
I use these and eheim 6664 prefilters on all four of my fish tanks and never had severe clogging issues. I do have one on my fx4. Comes with enough adapters to find the right fit. I clean the prefilter every two weeks and the canisters every two to three months. These work well and keep the canister clean. If the prefilter didn't clog the canister would. I really believe prefilters are invaluable. I even use these on all my aqua clear 70's and 50's.
 
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Oh, and as soon as you see reduced flow, take five minutes to clean the prefilter. Much faster than taking apart an FX6 or in my case FX4.
 
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