Stainless steel Planters Curve 48cm

Description

Stainless steel Planters Curve 48cm — Long curved planting tweezers for deep and large aquascapes

In a tank deeper than an arm wants to go, the alternative to a wet shoulder and a cloud of disturbed substrate is a longer tool. Stainless steel Planters Curve 48cm (SKU: SS48CP) are 48 cm curved aquascaping tweezers in stainless steel, the longest curved pair in the range. They plant, reposition and remove aquatic plants at the bottom of deep aquariums while the hand stays well above the water, and the curved tip angles down to the substrate so the planting point is visible from the front.

The extra reach suits aquariums with 45 cm or more of water, tall show tanks and large 120 cm-plus layouts where plants sit at the back behind rock and wood. Length brings leverage, so the curved tip is useful for working under overhanging hardscape and into the rear corners without moving decor. Long tweezers are also the safer choice in tanks with large or territorial fish, and in marine tanks for placing coral frags or retrieving fallen pieces, provided they are rinsed in fresh water afterwards. Because longer tools flex more, plant in small portions held near the tip and push in steadily rather than forcing a large bunch at once. Open the tips and draw back slowly so the plant is not pulled up again. Stainless steel resists rust for wet use; rinse and dry after every session and store the tweezers flat or in a rack to protect the tips. The 38 cm curved pair (SS38CP) suits standard-height tanks, and many keepers of large aquariums own both lengths, using the shorter pair for the foreground and the 48 cm pair for the back.

Usage & Application

When to Use

• Deep aquariums: 45 cm or more of water.
• Large layouts: Back-row plants behind hardscape in 120 cm-plus tanks.
• Tanks with large fish: Keeping hands out of the water.
• Reef work: Placing or retrieving coral frags at depth.

How to Use

• Small portions: Plant a few stems or a small clump at a time.
• Steady pressure: Push in smoothly to limit flex.
• Use the curve: Reach under overhangs and into rear corners.
• Rinse and store safely: Fresh water, dry, and keep the tips protected.

Product Specifications & Highlights

Key Features

• 48 cm reach: The longest curved pair in the range.
• Curved tip: Works around and under hardscape.
• Stainless steel: Corrosion-resistant in fresh and salt water.
• Hands out of the tank: Less disturbance to substrate and fish.
• Leverage at depth: Reaches rear corners without moving decor.

Product Details

• Brand: Absolute (Australia)
• SKU: SS48CP
• Product Type: Aquascaping & CO2 > Planting Tweezers (Curved)
• Tip: Curved
• Length: 48 cm
• Material: Stainless steel
• Suitable Aquarium Depth: About 45 cm of water and deeper
• Other Sizes: Stainless steel Planters; Curve 38cm (SS38CP)
• Target Environment: Large planted freshwater and marine aquariums