Bioscape 50cm Ultra Clear Glass Aquarium Tank - 50x27x32
Water type
Freshwater + Marine
Delivery
Oversize
Bioscape 50cm Ultra Clear Glass Aquarium Tank - 50x27x32
A 43-litre step up from the 45cm Ultra Clear, in the same rimless low-iron glass. The Bioscape 50cm Ultra Clear is a bare display tank — 50 x 27 x 32 cm external, 5 mm glass — with enough footprint for a proper aquascape layout while still fitting a shelf or cabinet top. It's sold as glass only, so you choose the filter, light and heater rather than being locked into whatever a kit bundles in.
Key features
- Low-iron ultra-clear glass — minimal green tint compared with standard float glass, so colours read true through the front pane.
- Rimless construction — clean lines with no plastic trim, and an open top for planting and hardscaping.
- 5 mm glass — the standard thickness Bioscape uses across this size in the Ultra Clear range.
- 43 litre capacity — room for a real aquascape layout or a small community stocking list, not just a nano display.
- Sold bare, confirmed by Bioscape's own spec sheet — no stand or accessories bundled in.
Specifications
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| External dimensions | 50 x 27 x 32 cm (500 x 270 x 320 mm) |
| Internal dimensions | Not published separately by Bioscape |
| Glass thickness | 5 mm, low-iron ultra-clear |
| Capacity | 43 litres |
| Construction | Rimless |
| Weight (empty) | Not published by Bioscape |
| SKU | AA1969 |
Which size do I need?
This model sits in the middle of the Ultra Clear range. The 45 cm is smaller and lighter for a desktop; the 60 cm steps up again and moves to 6 mm glass for the extra water volume.
| Model | External dimensions | Capacity | Glass |
|---|---|---|---|
| 45 cm Ultra Clear | 45 x 22 x 25 cm | 27 L | 5 mm |
| 50 cm Ultra Clear (this tank) | 50 x 27 x 32 cm | 43 L | 5 mm |
| 60 cm Ultra Clear | 60 x 30 x 35 cm | 63 L | 6 mm |
What's included and what you'll still need
This is a bare glass tank. Bioscape's own specification for this model explicitly lists no stand and no accessories supplied.
- Included: the glass aquarium only.
- Not included: lid, light, filter, heater, stand, substrate.
At 43 L, budget for a filter and heater rated for that volume, plus a light suited to whatever you plan to grow.
Suitable for, and not suitable for
- Suitable for: freshwater aquascapes and community setups, and small marine or brackish tanks — the glass and silicone are aquarium-safe either way.
- Not suitable for: setups that need a rimmed lid straight out of the box — this tank is rimless with an open top, so any cover needs to be sourced separately.
Warranty and delivery
Covered by Bioscape's manufacturer warranty against glass and seal defects, in addition to your rights under Australian Consumer Law. Ships in reinforced packaging; check at checkout for any oversized-item freight conditions.
Common questions
How is this different from the 45cm Ultra Clear?
It's larger in every dimension — 50 x 27 x 32 cm external versus 45 x 22 x 25 cm — for 43 L instead of 27 L, using the same 5 mm glass and rimless build.
Does it come with a stand?
No. Bioscape's spec sheet for this model confirms no stand and no accessories are included — it's glass only.
What filter size should I run on 43 litres?
Look for a filter rated to at least 43 L of turnover — most nano and small internal filters cover this comfortably; size against the litre figure above rather than the external footprint.
Is 5 mm glass enough at this size?
Yes — Bioscape uses 5 mm across both the 45 cm and 50 cm Ultra Clear tanks, moving to 6 mm only at 60 cm where the water column is taller.
