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UNS Blitz Stainless Steel Filter

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UNS Blitz Stainless Steel Filter

A tiny canister filter with a brushed stainless steel body and matching steel pipes. It is made for nano tanks where a plastic canister would look out of place, and it runs quietly on low wattage.

Updated

57–208 L/h2 models

Will it suit my tank?

litres

Best for

Nano and desktop tanks where the filter sits on show next to the aquarium.

Worth knowing

Media capacity is small, especially on the 6 oz, so expect to clean it more often than a bigger canister.

What stands out

  • Two sizes: 6 oz (tanks up to about 10 L) and 32 oz (up to about 45 L)
  • Stainless steel canister with matching inflow and outflow pipes
  • 6 oz runs from USB; 32 oz uses a 12 V supply
  • Only 2 W and 5 W

Models and specs

ModelFlowTank sizePowerHoseMax headDimensions (L × W × H)Canister volumePowerHose
6 ozUNSBF6157 L/hup to 9.8 L2 W0.5 m8.7 × 7.5 × 15 cm0.2 L5 V USB
32 ozUNSBF321208 L/hup to 45 L5 W12 mm2 m12 × 14 × 22 cm1 L12 V12/16 mm
Brand
UNS
Build
Stainless steel and ABS
Colour
Stainless steel
Included
Canister, steel inflow and outflow pipes, clear tubing, power cable, tool, foam mat

Figures from Glass Aqua's product listing. Makers revise products, so check the current figures before buying. Photos supplied by the brand or its distributor.

Frequently asked questions

Quick answers about the UNS Blitz Stainless Steel Filter, drawn from its specs.

What size tank is the UNS Blitz Stainless Steel Filter good for?

Using the 5 to 12 times turnover rule for planted tanks: 6 oz (57 L/h, suits roughly 5–11 L); 32 oz (208 L/h, suits roughly 17–42 L). The maker rates the range for tanks up to 45 L. Real flow with media and hoses is lower than the rated figure, so pick the bigger model if you are between sizes.

Who is the UNS Blitz Stainless Steel Filter best for?

Nano and desktop tanks where the filter sits on show next to the aquarium.

Is there anything to watch out for with the UNS Blitz Stainless Steel Filter?

Media capacity is small, especially on the 6 oz, so expect to clean it more often than a bigger canister.

What are the alternatives to the UNS Blitz Stainless Steel Filter?

Other filters worth comparing: Boyu DGN-410 / 460 / 520 Canister Filter, Boyu DGN-80 / 120 UVC Canister Filter, Boyu EF / EFU Canister Filter. Add any of them to the compare table to see the specs side by side.