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Essentials Aquarium Starter Kit - 30C

$165.57 USD $179.97 USD
Usually ships in 1-2 business days from our fulfillment center

The Glass Aqua Essential Aquarium Kit - 30C is a streamlined, pre-curated setup built around one of our top selling UNS cube aquariums. Designed as a clean foundation for planted aquariums, this kit includes the core essentials needed to get started while leaving room for personal taste and customization.

Starting with the Ultum Nature Systems 30C rimless aquarium, this setup provides the bones for your next aquascape. Paired with a high-quality LED light and UNS Controsoil, it includes the key base components needed for hardscape stability and healthy plant growth.

This kit is ideal for hobbyists who want a simplified starting point and prefer to build step by step. From here, you can choose your own hardscape, plants, and additional equipment to complete your tank!

Looking for full control over your setup? Explore our Build Your Own Bundle (BYOB) kits. This kit offers core essentials selected for you.

What this Kit is Best For
- Aquascapers who prefer to choose their own hardscape and accessories
- Minimalist setups with room to expand and customize over time
- Upgrading or starting a second aquarium
- Those who want core essentials without a full pre-made kit

What’s Included
- UNS 30C rimless glass aquarium
- Black leveling mat
- Chihiros LED aquarium light
- UNS Controsoil substrate
- Optional: UNS Delta 30 canister filter

Tank Model Dimensions (IN)
W x D x H
Volume (GAL)
Ultum Nature Systems 30C 11.81 x 11.81 x 11.81 7.1

This kit is designed as a flexible foundation rather than a fully complete system. It includes the essentials needed to begin building a planted aquarium while allowing you to select your own hardscape, plants, and accessories to shape the final layout.

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Shipping
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To avoid delays, please ensure all order information is accurate and complete. We cannot offer refunds and are not responsible for orders shipped to incorrect addresses due to errors in provided information. Once an order has been shipped, delivery times are determined by the carrier and are outside of our control. On average, shipments arrive within 2–5 business days, excluding weekends and holidays. For more information, please visit our FAQ page.

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