UNS 90P - 48.1 Gallon Ultra Clear Rimless Aquarium
Product Overview
The UNS 90P 48.1 Gallon Ultra Clear Rimless Aquarium offers a popular medium-large footprint for aquascaping and reef displays. Crafted from 91% Clarity Diamant low-iron glass with extra-thick 10mm panels and precision 45° mitered edges, this enclosure eliminates greenish glass distortion to deliver a high-definition window into your living underwater layout.
Key Features & Benefits
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91% Diamant Ultra-Clear Glass: Premium low-iron glass eliminates the green tint found in standard aquariums for true-to-life color accuracy.
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45° Mitered Edges & German Silicone: Precision-cut 45-degree mitered joints double the bonding surface area for high-performance German clear silicone, forming stronger seams.
- Golden Ratio Proportions: Designed around classic aesthetic proportions with a generous 17.71" depth, giving aquascapers essential room to build complex hardscape rockwork, substrate slopes, and plant depth of field.
- Signature Laser-Etched Branding: Features a clean, laser-etched UNS logo in the glass corner for an authentic, museum-quality finish that will not peel or fade.
- Acoustic Leveling Mat Included: Includes a pre-cut dense foam leveling mat to absorb micro-vibrations, level minor surface imperfections, and prevent structural stress cracks under heavy load.
Model Dimensions & Specifications
| Feature | Specification |
|---|---|
| Model | UNS 90P Standard Rimless |
| Dimensions (L x W x H) | 35.43" x 17.71" x 17.71" (90 x 45 x 45 cm) |
| Total Volume | 48.1 Gallons (182.2 Liters) |
| Glass Thickness | 10 mm |
| Glass Type | 91% Clarity Diamant Low-Iron Glass |
| Seam Construction | 45° Precision Mitered Joints with Clear German Silicone |
| Branding | Signature Laser-Etched Corner Logo |
What's Included
- 1x UNS 90P Ultra Clear Rimless Glass Aquarium
- 1x Custom-Fit Black Foam Leveling Mat
Hassle-Free Guaranteed Tank Delivery
We guarantee the safe arrival of every aquarium. 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. Please retain all original shipping materials and provide photos of the damaged tank inside its original shipping box so our team can process a claim with UPS on your behalf.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. Why is a leveling mat mandatory for a 48.1-gallon rimless tank?
A filled 48.1-gallon aquarium weighs over 450 lbs when accounting for water, stone, and substrate. Because rimless glass tanks rest directly on their base panel without a raised plastic perimeter frame, even a microscopic grain of sand on a stand can create concentrated stress points under that weight. The included dense foam mat absorbs micro-imperfections and distributes weight evenly across the entire footprint to prevent glass stress cracks.
2. How do 45° mitered edges improve structural integrity on medium-large tanks?
Standard flat-edge joints butt together at 90 degrees, leaving a narrower corner seam. Precision 45° mitered edges double the contact surface area available for silicone bonding, resulting in a significantly stronger structural seam required to safely hold large volumes of water.