UNS Controsand Santa Fe

UNS Controsand Santa Fe

UNS Controsand Santa Fe is a natural, custom-blended rounded pebble gravel substrate for freshwater aquariums and terrariums. Created for aquascapers and reptile keepers seeking cool grey and earthy riverbed-inspired detailing, it is suitable for fish, invertebrates and reptiles.

Key Benefits

• Natural substrate custom blended for freshwater aquarium and terrarium use.
• Santa Fe features a rich mix of cool grey and earthy hues inspired by natural riverbeds and streams.
• Rounded pebble gravel texture creates distinctive detail in aquascapes, biotope aquariums and terrarium layouts.
• Can be used as a complementary foreground accent or on its own.
• Available across various tones and granule sizes within the UNS Controsand range for creating detailed, individual aquascape layouts.
• Safe for fish, invertebrates and reptiles.

How to Use

• Use Santa Fe as an accent gravel in the foreground, as a standalone substrate, or as part of a natural riverbed- or stream-inspired layout.
• Mix and match with other UNS substrates to create unique detailing.
• Use in conjunction with Ultum Nature Systems Controsoil aquarium plant substrate to achieve optimum results.

Suitable For

• Freshwater aquariums.
• Terrariums.
• Fish, invertebrates and reptiles.
• Aquascapes requiring natural-looking accent gravel.
• Biotope aquariums inspired by riverbeds and streams.

Compatibility

• Can be combined with Ultum Nature Systems Controsoil aquarium plant substrate.
• Can be mixed with other UNS substrates for personalised aquascape detailing.

Specifications

• Brand: UNS.
• Substrate type: Natural rounded pebble gravel.
• Approximate grain size: 3–5 mm (approx. 0.12–0.20").
• Colour profile: Cool grey and earthy hues.
• Recommended substrate quantity: 3 Liters for 9-Gallon aquariums, such as the UNS 45U Rimless Aquarium.
• Recommended substrate quantity: 8 Liters for 20-Gallon aquariums, such as the UNS 60U Rimless Aquarium.

Available Sizes

• 3 Liters
• 8 Liters

Frequently Asked Questions

What is UNS Controsand Santa Fe used for?
It is a natural rounded pebble gravel for freshwater aquariums and terrariums, designed for aquascape accents, standalone layouts and riverbed-inspired biotope displays.

What is the grain size of Santa Fe Controsand?
UNS Controsand Santa Fe has an approximate grain size of 3–5 mm (approx. 0.12–0.20").

Can I use Santa Fe gravel with fish and invertebrates?
Yes. The substrate is stated to be safe for fish, invertebrates and reptiles.

Can this gravel be used with planted aquarium substrate?
Yes. It can be used in conjunction with Ultum Nature Systems Controsoil aquarium plant substrate and mixed with other UNS substrates for additional detailing.

Which Controsand Santa Fe size should I choose for my aquarium?
The source recommends 3 Liters for 9-Gallon aquariums such as the UNS 45U Rimless Aquarium, and 8 Liters for 20-Gallon aquariums such as the UNS 60U Rimless Aquarium.

When can I expect delivery?

• Gauteng (Jhb/Pta) - 1-3 working days
• Nationwide (Cpt/Dbn+) - 2-5 working days
• Outlying Areas - 3-7 working days

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