In this video, we walk through our weekly maintenance routine for the PNW Custom 40oz Micro Tank, showing exactly how we keep this tiny reef clean, stable, and thriving long-term. 👉40oz Micro Reef Tank: https://www.pnw-custom.com/micro-tank 👉*NEW* 40oz Micro Reef Plug-N-Play Kit (With Live Corals! - Same setup as in this video): https://www.pnw-custom.com/product-page/micro-reef-ready-tank-plug-n-play-kit ▬ Contents of this video ▬ 0:00 - Intro 0:13 - Maintenance tools 0:27 - Cleaning the display 0:57 - Weekly water change 2:14 - Changing out the filter pad 2:35 - The importance of the lid 2:52 - Overview To make maintenance even easier, we recommend following along with our FREE Weekly Maintenance Checklist, available on our website. It’s a simple, printable guide that helps you stay on track and avoid common mistakes in micro reef tanks: https://www.pnw-custom.com/resources 🎥 Subscribe for more reef builds, tank updates, and product showcases from PNW Custom!

Bring your desktop reef to life with the PNW Custom × Oceanic Gardens Live Coral Pack: a hand-selected collection of hardy, aquacultured corals picked specifically for desktop aquariums! These vibrant frags are tank-raised, beginner-friendly, and designed to thrive long-term in systems like the PNW Custom 40oz Micro Reef, Small-In-One, and Mini Pond aquariums. Shop our PNW Custom × Oceanic Gardens Live Coral Pack: 👉 https://www.pnw-custom.com/product-page/desktop-reef-coral-starter-pack Shop our 40oz Micro Tank Plug-N-Play Kit with Corals, Water, and Rock included! 👉 https://www.pnw-custom.com/product-page/micro-reef-ready-tank-plug-n-play-kit ▬ Contents of this video ▬ 0:00 - Opening the package 1:02 - Inspecting the corals 2:05 - Placing the corals 4:35 - Enjoying the corals! 🎥 Subscribe for more reef builds, tank updates, and product showcases from PNW Custom!

Ready to set up your new 40oz Micro Reef Tank? In this video, we walk you through the complete setup of the Micro Reef Tank, from adding live sand and live rock to installing the heater, auto top-off, and temperature probe. ▬ Contents of this video ▬ 0:00 - Intro 0:35 - Unboxing the tank & accessories 3:40 - Installing the light 4:35 - Setting up the sump 6:12 - Adding the live sand & microscape 6:53 - Filling the tank with water 7:39 - Adding the heater 8:27 - Adding the auto top off 12:46 - Cord management & organization 14:30 - Filling to the water level line 15:59 - Overview Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced reef keeper looking for a compact setup, this guide will help you get everything plugged in, organized, and cycling fast. We even cover cord management tips to keep your desktop clean and clutter-free. In this video, you’ll learn: - Unboxing the PNW Custom 40oz Micro Reef Full Setup - Adding live sand & rock for a faster cycle - How to connect the heater and auto top off - How to position your temperature probe for accurate readings - Cable and cord management tips for a streamlined look 📍 Learn more or get your own setup: 👉 https://www.pnw-custom.com 🎥 Subscribe for more reef builds, tank updates, and product showcases from PNW Custom!