Product Overview
The UNS 16T 1.6 Gallon Ultra Clear Rimless Aquarium offers a compact vertical canvas designed for micro-aquascaping and tabletop plant displays. Belonging to the specialized "T" (Tall) series, the 16T features an elevated height paired with a small footprint. This pico aquarium is a great pick for tall stem plants, vertical rock pillars, or emergent Wabi-Kusa arrangements.
Key Features & Benefits
- 91% Diamant Ultra-Clear Glass: Low-iron glass construction removes residual green tint distortion, ensuring true-to-life color reproduction for aquatic plants, mosses, and hardscape.
- 45° Mitered Edges & German Silicone: Precision-cut 45-degree mitered joints increase bonding surface area for clear German silicone, creating stronger structural seams and borderless viewing.
- Vertical Nano Footprint: The 9.45" height provides extra vertical room in a compact footprint, allowing hardscape and plants to extend upward or break the waterline.
- Signature Laser-Etched Branding: Features a clean, laser-etched UNS logo in the glass corner for an authentic finish that will not peel or fade.
- Acoustic Leveling Mat Included: Pre-cut dense foam leveling mat absorbs micro-vibrations, levels surface irregularities, and protects against glass stress points.
Model Dimensions & Specifications
| Feature | Specification |
|---|---|
| Model | UNS 16T Nano Tall Rimless |
| Dimensions (L x W x H) | 6.29" x 6.29" x 9.45" (16 x 16 x 24 cm) |
| Total Volume | 1.6 Gallons (6.1 Liters) |
| Glass Thickness | 5 mm |
| Glass Type | 91% Clarity Diamant Low-Iron Glass |
| Seam Construction | 45° Precision Mitered Joints with German Silicone |
| Branding | Signature Laser-Etched Corner Logo |
What's Included
- 1x UNS 16T Ultra Clear Rimless Glass Aquarium
- 1x Custom-Fit Black Foam Leveling Mat
Hassle-Free Guaranteed Tank Delivery
We always guarantee safe delivery of our tanks. In the unlikely event that your tank arrives damaged or broken by the carrier, we will immediately ship out a replacement at no additional cost to you. Please send photos of the damaged tank in its original shipping box so that we can file a claim with UPS on your behalf. Please allow an additional 2-3 business days in case of potential logistical delays.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. What is the UNS 16T tall pico aquarium best used for?
Due to its 1.6-gallon volume and 9.45" height, the UNS 16T is designed for micro-aquascaping, tall stem plant propagation, moss columns, or emergent Wabi-Kusa layouts where wood or plants extend above the rim.
2. Can I keep fish or shrimp in a 1.6-gallon aquarium?
Due to the small 1.6-gallon capacity, fish are not recommended.
3. Why is a leveling mat necessary for rimless aquariums?
Because rimless glass tanks rest directly on their base panel without a raised plastic frame, even a microscopic grain of sand on a desk can create concentrated stress points under weight. The included dense foam mat absorbs micro-vibrations and distributes weight evenly across the entire footprint to prevent glass stress cracks.
Overall rating: 4.9411764 / 5 from 17 reviews.
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Reviews
you can never go wrong
"you can never go wrong with a uns tank"
You get what you pay for
"Beautiful crystal clear class and perfect seams. You can’t go wrong with UNS!"
Amazing And Unique Tank.
"This tank is so much fun to scape and to work with. The unique dimensions paired with the outstanding build quality make this an easy buy."
nice, small tank
"The tank arrived with good protective packaging. There were no scratches and the seams looked perfect. For me, this is the right size to sit next to my computer monitor. I bought a lid to keep the spray from the airstone contained. I don't plan on having livestock in the tank - just plants and a few bladder snails."
Unobtrusive seams and clear thick glass
"Perfect size for my opae ula. Glass is clear and 45 degree edges are very nice and unobtrusive."
Amazing aquarium
"Amazing aquarium"
Nice proportions
"Very nice size. Pairs very well with the ONF nano light. I wish the glass cover would have rubber “pad” to keep it from sliding too easily."
High qualify nano aquarium
"Maximum use of available space, in a very sturdy container. Replaced a gallon jar, and more than worth it. Far sturdier than mass produced thinner glass aquariums, these have effectively replaced steel rimmed heavy duty aquariums of the past, at an acceptable price point. Couldn't be happier, thanks!"
Great service and products as
"Great service and products as always."
Great nano tank!
"I’m using this tank as a paludarium and it’s holding up very well. The silicone seam is great and the glass is really good quality. I have another tank from a different place, but the silicone seam is not unappealing so I just purchased a larger size UNS tank."
Q&A
- Are these appropriate for a single Betta Fish ?
- Hello Tricia, thank you for your question, we'd be happy to help. A 1.5 might not be ideal to keep a single betta fish. Typically, for a betta tank it should be a minimum of 3 gallons at the very least. However, if you plan to scape your aquarium to maximize your betta's quality of life, then a size of 5-10 gallons would be better suited. We hope this information helps. If there is anything else we can assist you with, please email us at support@buceplant.com. Thank you, Team Buce Plant
- What filtration and light would you recommend for this tank?
- Hi Bryan, Thank you for reaching out to us. For a 16T, we would recommended the small Dymax Slim Flow HOB filters and an ONF nano light. This too products will help keep the scape looking very clean. Feel free to contact us at support@buceplant.com for any additional questions or concerns. We are always happy to help! Best Regards, Buceplant Team