The UNS 16C 1 Gallon Ultra Clear Rimless Aquarium provides a nano-scale symmetrical cube canvas designed for tabletop micro-aquascaping and plant displays. Featuring equal dimensions on all sides, the Cube format centers focus inward, making it an ideal footprint for micro hardscapes, moss arrangements, or Wabi-Kusa displays.
| Feature | Specification |
|---|---|
| Model | UNS 16C Nano Cube Rimless |
| Dimensions (L x W x H) | 6.29" x 6.29" x 6.29" (16 x 16 x 16 cm) |
| Total Volume | 1.0 Gallon (4.0 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 |
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.
1. What is the UNS 16C cube aquarium best used for?
Due to its 1-gallon volume and small cubic dimensions, the UNS 16C is designed primarily for micro-aquascaping, moss-focused displays, Wabi-Kusa arrangements, or emersed plant propagation.
2. Can I keep fish or shrimp in a 1-gallon aquarium?
Due to the small 1-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: 4.9375 / 5 from 16 reviews.
The UNS 16C 1 Gallon Ultra Clear Rimless Aquarium is praised for its exceptional clarity, unique dimensions, and high-quality craftsmanship. Customers appreciate its fast shipping, excellent service, and perfect packaging. The glass is noted for being super clear and easy to clean, making it a great choice for various purposes.
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"Beautiful crystal clear glass, the size is nice for a small terrarium"
"perfect"
"Came well packed and held water. Looks great!"
"I love my small aquarium perfect for a temporarily hospital tank or growing aquatic plants."
"My current baby betta needed a real tank, so I decided to try a better quality rimless cube than chain store ones this time around. I like the beveled corners, though in my perfect dream world every tank would have bent corners. Comes with a leveling mat which somehow seems to magically stick to the bottom of the tank all on its own (maybe it's just static cling from being brand new). No leaks."
"Great size for my purpose."
"Arrived quickly and was very well packed. Plan to use the nano tank for photographing aquatic invertebrates - should be perfect for the job!"
"Wow love this little tank! I use it for my blue death beetle. The tank is setup like a desert tank with sand wood rocks and some leaves. I have the Aquaworx Sol light on it love the setup. Thanks BP. :)"
"Good quality."
"Great service. Fast shipping."
