What Aquarium Models Fit the N-Clear Nano? Complete Tank & Adapter Compatibility Guide
Published Updated By Nature DimensionsQuick answer: The N-Clear Nano is a direct, no-adapter fit for Innovative Marine 10, 14, 15, 20, and 25 AIO tanks. Most other confirmed AIO fits use a model-specific N-Fit Nano Adapter. Use the table below to match the exact aquarium brand and model to its current adapter SKU; do not choose an adapter from tank volume alone.
Three things determine a real fit
A tank's gallon rating is only a starting point. A confirmed N-Clear Nano installation depends on the opening or holder that supports the filter, the usable chamber space below it, and the access above the chamber for the 12.2-inch-tall filter and fleece roll.
Filter footprint
The Nano body has a 2.56 × 2.56 inch footprint. The adapter can be larger because it replaces or rests on the aquarium's original mechanical-media holder.
Water path
The filter belongs in the first mechanical-filtration chamber. The adapter and water barrier must direct incoming water through the fleece instead of around the filter.
Flow per filter
One Nano is rated for up to 300 GPH. A linked Main + Extension pair is rated for up to 600 GPH, with flow divided across both filters.
Clearance and access
Check the tank rim, lid, light mount, cabinet, and wall clearance. A chamber opening can fit while roll-loading access above it is still blocked.
Complete N-Clear Nano compatibility and adapter table
This table uses the current published adapter SKUs plus confirmed Nature Dimensions support records. A shared SKU means the physical adapter is the same, even when the store lists it under several tank names.
| Aquarium brand and model | Fit | Required adapter | Configuration note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Innovative Marine 10, 14, 15, 20, 25 | Confirmed | No adapter | One Main is the normal IM 15 setup. On an IM 25, use one Main or Main + Extension to filter both intake sides. |
| Waterbox 10, 15, 20, 25 | Adapter | S8080 | Uses the original chamber support blocks. If they are missing, use S8080H instead. |
| Waterbox 35.2, 40.2, 50.3 rear-chamber AIO | Adapter | S80120 | Use N-Clear Nano in the original filter-sock intake position. Do not confuse these rear-chamber AIO models with the older Waterbox 50 Peninsula, which uses the N-Clear M path. |
| UNS Dual AIO 30A–90A, 90LA, 75SA / 90SA | Adapter | S8080 | Supported A models: 30A, 35A, 40A, 45A, 60A, 75A, 90A. Supported LA model: 90LA. Supported SA models: 75SA, 90SA. All use S8080. The 45SA and 60SA are not compatible because they are under 8 inches tall. |
| Landen 30C, 35C, 40C, 45P | Adapter | S8080 | Order the Landen selection so the tank name is recorded with the shared adapter SKU. |
| Maxspect Dice AIO 12 | Adapter | S8080 | Set the sensor from the clean-fleece waterline; a one-inch gap is a starting point, not an exact requirement. |
| Aquatop 24, 40 | Adapter | S8075 | The adapter rests on the chamber support bump. If it cannot pass through the opening, confirm the exact opening dimensions before forcing it. |
| Aqua One Nano Reef 80 | Adapter | S8075 | Shares S8075 with AquaTop 24/40 for the reviewed versions with approximately 75 × 78 mm or 77 × 83 mm chamber openings. Check the chamber opening, support ledge, and filter/used-roll clearance. Do not substitute AquaNano 60 S8010. |
| ReefCasa Studio, Cube, Laguna, La Casa | Adapter | S8085 | The kit includes optional pieces for height and side-gap control; follow the ReefCasa section of the User Guide. |
| HelloReef 15 | Adapter | S8088 | Confirmed Nano fit with the model-specific adapter. |
| HelloReef 33 | Adapter | S80120 | Shares S80120 with Waterbox 35.2, 40.2, and current 50.3 rear-chamber AIO. |
| IceCap 20 AIO | Adapter | S8088 | Shares the S8088 adapter design with HelloReef 15. |
| IceCap 60 AIO | Adapter | S9513 × 2 | Recommended dual Nano setup: two identical adapters, one for each intake chamber. |
| AquaOne AquaNano 60 | Adapter | S8010 | Use current SKU S8010; the older S80100 label is retired. |
| AquaManta Nano 60 | Adapter | S8016 | Use current SKU S8016; the older S80160 label is retired. |
| Fiji Cube 10, 20, 22, 32, 38 AIO | Adapter | S9089 | This is the AIO adapter path. A Fiji Cube 20 sump with a standard 4-inch sock uses N-Clear M instead. |
| JBJ 15 | Adapter | S9010 | Use current SKU S9010; the older S90100 label is retired. |
| JBJ 20 | Adapter | S90150 | Use adapter S90150 for JBJ 20. |
| Tideline 31, 62 | Adapter | S8013 | Both models use the same current adapter. |
| Tideline 47 | Adapter | S8014 | Different adapter from the Tideline 31/62 design. |
| Blue Marine Reef 160 | Adapter | S1010 | Confirmed from owner-reviewed chamber and removable-holder measurements. |
| YiDing 37.5-gallon Peninsula AIO | Adapter | S1014 | Current published model-specific adapter. |
| Mantis Rubicon 4.0 | Adapter | S9595 | Flat replacement-adapter design; do not substitute the Rubicon 40L hang-on version. |
| Mantis Rubicon 40L | Adapter | S9595H | Hang-on design for the chamber without support blocks or ledges. |
Nano adapter examples: similar names, different fits
These are examples of confirmed adapter paths, not a substitute for the complete compatibility table. Match the exact tank model and its original support geometry before ordering.
For UNS 75A, the confirmed two-chamber example uses Main + Extension and two S8080 adapters. Each filter needs its own supported mounting position. See Main vs Extension for the shared-controller arrangement, or the measurement guide if the holder or chamber has been modified.
When to use the S8080H hang-on adapter
Use S8080H only for a compatible S8080-style chamber whose original support blocks, holder, or ledge are missing. If those parts are still available, reinstalling them usually produces the cleaner standard fit.
Known layouts that are not compatible with N-Clear Nano
| Tank or family | Current result | Reason or better path |
|---|---|---|
| Waterbox 50 Peninsula | Not Nano | Use the N-Clear M with M1216. This is not the current Waterbox 50.3 rear-chamber AIO. |
| Older UNS Dual AIO with non-3.2 × 3.2 inch chambers | Not confirmed | The current S8080 family is for the newer chamber geometry. |
| ReefCasa Pico and Tide / Tide Shallow | Not compatible | The Tide Shallow is too short for a proper Nano installation. |
| JBJ 10; Tideline 7, 11, 13 | Not compatible | The current Nano body and adapter path do not fit these small chambers. |
| Fluval AIO / Fluval Evo | Not compatible | Internal lower-chamber supports prevent the Nano from dropping in far enough; a top adapter alone does not solve it. |
| BioCube; Red Sea Max Nano; Lifegard AIO | Not compatible | Current rear-chamber layouts are outside the officially supported Nano adapter system. |
| Plain aquarium with no rear chamber, sump, or filter opening | Not compatible | N-Clear requires a mechanical-filtration chamber or holder; it is not a hang-on-back filter. |
If your aquarium is not listed
Unlisted does not mean compatible or incompatible. It means the chamber has not yet been verified. Send the exact tank brand and model plus the full measurements and white-light photos in the N-Fit adapter request guide. Nature Dimensions sends the proposed adapter design and dimensions for confirmation before a custom adapter is produced.
Frequently asked questions
Does N-Clear Nano fit an Innovative Marine 15?
Yes. Innovative Marine 15 is a confirmed direct fit and does not require an N-Fit adapter. One Main is the normal configuration.
What fits an Innovative Marine 25?
N-Clear Nano fits without an adapter. Use one Main to automate one intake side or Main + Extension to filter both rear intake chambers with one controller and sensor.
Which adapter fits Waterbox 40.2 or the current Waterbox 50.3?
Use N-Clear Nano with N-Fit Nano S80120 in the original filter-sock intake position for 40.2 or the current rear-chamber Waterbox 50.3. Do not order the M1216 used for the older Waterbox 50 Peninsula.
Can the same adapter SKU fit several tank brands?
Yes. Some tanks share the same opening geometry. For example, S8080 is used across several Waterbox, UNS, Landen, and Maxspect models. Select the correct tank-name variant when available so the order records your intended application.
Can I make an incompatible tank work by printing a top plate?
Not always. A top plate cannot correct insufficient lower-chamber depth, internal supports, blocked water paths, or missing vertical clearance. A custom adapter should only be produced after the full chamber geometry is reviewed.
Next step: Match your tank in the table, then review the N-Clear Nano User Guide before ordering. If the tank is unlisted or modified, use the adapter-request measurements instead of guessing.
Compatibility and configuration reviewed September 14, 2026. Product images illustrate the named adapters; an image alone does not confirm fit in an unlisted tank.
Specific sump examples: Innovative Marine RFS standard sock openings and UNS R90/R150 inlet-obstructed three-sock layout.
UNS Dual AIO compatibility
The N-Clear Nano and Nano Extension use the S8080 N-Fit Nano adapter with the supported UNS Dual AIO models below. Choose the matching UNS option in the adapter listing; all three UNS options use the same S8080 adapter.
- A models: 30A, 35A, 40A, 45A, 60A, 75A, and 90A.
- LA models: 90LA.
- SA models: 75SA and 90SA.
Not compatible: 45SA and 60SA. Both are approximately 7.09 inches (18 cm) tall, below the 8-inch height required for this setup.
This compatibility list applies to the Dual AIO series. Complete AIO tanks are a separate series, including models that share an A model name; contact us before ordering for a Complete AIO tank. If the original holder or support ledges have been changed, or the adapter does not sit properly, send us a photo and the opening measurements in millimeters so we can check the fit.
Each Nano main unit or extension needs its own adapter and suitable mounting position. A Main + Extension setup uses two adapters. See the N-Fit Nano adapter listing to select your tank.
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