Compatible Eheim Professional Pro 3e Filter Foam Set - Finest-Filters

No, these are compatible replacement filter media sets manufactured by Finest-Filters. They are designed to perform the same function as original Eheim parts for the specified filter models.

This set is compatible with Eheim Professionel 3e 450 (2076), 600T (2076), and 700 (2078) external filters.

The white fine polyester pads should typically be replaced every 4-6 weeks. The blue coarse foam can be rinsed and reused for a longer period, but should be replaced when it shows signs of wear.

It is strongly recommended to rinse the media in lukewarm tap water or, preferably, used aquarium water. Rinsing in fresh tap water can kill beneficial bacteria that colonize the filter media.

The blue pad is a coarse foam designed for mechanical filtration, capturing larger debris. The white pads are fine polyester material for polishing the water and removing finer particles.

Using compatible, non-original parts may affect the warranty of your Eheim filter. Please refer to your Eheim filter's warranty documentation for specific details.

When installing, ensure the pads are placed snugly within the filter basket without excessive gaps. You may need to trim slightly if the fit is too tight, but avoid leaving large openings.

Ensure the filter is properly plugged in and the power outlet is functional. Check that the filter canister is securely closed and the impeller is not obstructed.

The new media may be too tightly packed, or the fine pads are already clogged. Try loosening the media slightly or replace the fine pads if they appear saturated with debris. Check the intake and output pipes for blockages.

It can take 24-48 hours for water clarity to improve fully. Ensure you have used the correct order of media (coarse first, then fine). Check for other sources of water impurity, such as overfeeding or insufficient water changes.