UNS 16S - 0.5 Gallon Ultra Clear Rimless Aquarium
Product Overview
The UNS 16S 0.5 Gallon Ultra Clear Rimless Aquarium provides a nano shallow canvas designed to elevate micro aquascaping and tabletop plant arrangements. Belonging to the specialized "S" (Shallow) series, the 16S offers a low-profile footprint that delivers an intimate, top-down perspective ideal for moss scapes, terrestrial emersed growth, or micro Wabi-Kusa layouts.
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.
- Shallow Footprint: Low 3.94" height delivers optimal light penetration for tiny carpet plants, emersed growth, or top-down Wabi-Kusa displays.
- 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: Pre-cut dense foam leveling mat absorbs micro-vibrations, levels surface irregularities, and protects against glass stress points.
Model Dimensions & Specifications
| Feature | Specification |
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| Model | UNS 16S Nano Shallow Rimless |
| Dimensions (L x W x H) | 6.3" x 6.3" x 3.94" (16 x 16 x 10 cm) |
| Total Volume | 0.5 Gallons (2.0 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 |
What's Included
- 1x UNS 16S 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 16S tank best used for?
Due to its 0.5-gallon capacity and low-profile height, the UNS 16S is designed primarily for micro aquascaping, Wabi-Kusa ball displays, emersed plant propagation, or moss-focused tabletop layouts.
2. Can I keep fish or shrimp in a 0.5-gallon aquarium?
Due to the extremely small 0.5-gallon volume, 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. The included dense foam mat absorbs micro-vibrations and distributes weight evenly across the entire footprint to prevent glass stress cracks.