{"product_id":"fluval-max-flo-5300-waterfall-filter-pump","title":"Fluval Max-Flo 5300 Waterfall \u0026 Filter Pump 5300L\/h","description":"\u003cp class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eFluval Max-Flo 5300 Waterfall \u0026amp; Filter Pump\u003c\/strong\u003e is a powerful submersible pond pump designed to provide reliable water circulation for \u003cstrong\u003epond filtration systems, waterfalls, streams and watercourses\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDelivering a maximum flow of \u003cstrong\u003e5,300 litres per hour\u003c\/strong\u003e with a maximum head height of approximately \u003cstrong\u003e3.3 metres\u003c\/strong\u003e, the Max-Flo 5300 provides an excellent balance of water flow and energy efficiency for garden and fish ponds. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts solids-handling design allows suitable suspended pond debris to pass through the pump and be transported towards an external filtration system rather than simply accumulating around a fine pre-filter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaximum flow rate of \u003cstrong\u003e5,300L\/h\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaximum head height of \u003cstrong\u003e3.3m\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e65W power consumption\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesigned for pond filtration systems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIdeal for waterfalls, streams and watercourses\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFully submersible operation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSolids-handling design\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHelps transport suspended debris towards the pond filter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProtective outer strainer cage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUpper and lower water intake\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClick-Fit hose connection system\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStable low-profile design\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesigned for continuous pond operation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e10 metre power cable\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuitable for freshwater ponds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFluval's 230–240V specifications confirm 5,300L\/h maximum flow, 3.3m maximum head, 65W power consumption and a 10m cable. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePowerful Pond Filter Pump\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Max-Flo 5300 is particularly useful as the circulation pump for an external pond filtration system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePond water containing moderate amounts of suspended waste can be moved through the pump towards the external filter, allowing the filtration system to capture the debris and process the water before it returns to the pond.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFluval recommends the \u003cstrong\u003eMax-Flo 5300 with the Pressure-Flo 8000\u003c\/strong\u003e under its standard pond-sizing recommendations. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIdeal for Waterfalls \u0026amp; Streams\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith up to \u003cstrong\u003e5,300L\/h of flow\u003c\/strong\u003e and a maximum head height of \u003cstrong\u003e3.3m\u003c\/strong\u003e, the Max-Flo 5300 can also be used to supply waterfalls, streams and other pond watercourses.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe final flow at your waterfall will depend on the installation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFactors that reduce flow include:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVertical pumping height\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLong hose runs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUndersized hose\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBends and fittings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eValves\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFiltration equipment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsing appropriately sized pond hose and avoiding unnecessary restrictions will help maximise pump performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSolids-Handling Design\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Max-Flo's protective outer cage provides a large water intake area while preventing oversized material from reaching the impeller.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 5300 model is designed to handle suspended solids up to approximately \u003cstrong\u003e6mm\u003c\/strong\u003e, allowing suitable debris to be transported towards the filtration system. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fluval\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRange:\u003c\/strong\u003e Max-Flo\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eModel:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5300\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePump Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Waterfall \u0026amp; Filter Pump\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaximum Flow:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5,300L\/h\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaximum Head Height:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3.3m\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePower Consumption:\u003c\/strong\u003e 65W\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended Pond Capacity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Up to approximately 10,600L\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClick-Fit Connections:\u003c\/strong\u003e 19, 25 and 32mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePump Output Diameter:\u003c\/strong\u003e 25mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSolids Handling:\u003c\/strong\u003e Up to approximately 6mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePower Cable:\u003c\/strong\u003e 10m\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInstallation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fully submersible\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Freshwater\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eApplications:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pond filters, waterfalls, streams and watercourses\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBuild a Complete Pond Filtration System\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Max-Flo 5300 can form the circulation component of a complete pond filtration system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWater is pumped from the pond to an appropriately sized external filter, where mechanical and biological filtration can take place before the filtered water returns to the pond.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhere green water is a concern, a suitable \u003cstrong\u003eFluval Jet Clear water clarifier\u003c\/strong\u003e can also be incorporated into the pond system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMaintaining Your Max-Flo 5300\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRegular maintenance helps maintain good water flow and prolong the working life of your pond pump.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePeriodically inspect and clean the:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOuter pump cage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePump intake\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eImpeller\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eImpeller chamber\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePond hose\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConnections and fittings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf water flow decreases, check these components for debris or restrictions before assuming the pump has developed a fault.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the flow rate of the Fluval Max-Flo 5300?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Max-Flo 5300 delivers a maximum flow of approximately \u003cstrong\u003e5,300 litres per hour\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the maximum head height?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe maximum head height is approximately \u003cstrong\u003e3.3 metres\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow much power does it use?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe 230–240V Max-Flo 5300 consumes approximately \u003cstrong\u003e65 watts\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan it be used with a pond filter?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. The Max-Flo range is designed specifically for applications including external pond filtration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhich Fluval Pressure-Flo matches the Max-Flo 5300?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFluval's standard sizing guide pairs the \u003cstrong\u003eMax-Flo 5300 with the Pressure-Flo 8000\u003c\/strong\u003e. Pond stocking and sunlight conditions should still be considered when sizing the system. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan the Max-Flo 5300 run a waterfall?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. Its 5,300L\/h maximum flow and 3.3m maximum head make it suitable for appropriately sized waterfalls, streams and watercourses.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes it handle pond debris?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. 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