Innovative Marine NUVO Fusion 15 Mesh Screen Cover

This is a mesh screen cover from Innovative Marine, and it fits one tank: the NUVO Fusion 15 gallon all-in-one cube. It is not an aquarium. If you already own the Fusion 15 and keep fish that jump, this lid is the factory-made way to keep them in the tank.

Why reef tanks need a screen

Wrasses, gobies, firefish and many other marine fish jump when they’re startled at night or chased by a tankmate. A glass lid stops that, but it also cuts light and traps heat. Open mesh keeps fish in while light and air still pass through, which is why reef keepers tend to prefer it.

How it fits

• Lipped rails. Molded rails let the frame sit on the inside rim of the cube, so you don’t need clips.
• Breakaway corners. You can snap out a corner to route heater, pump or light cords.
• Quarter-inch mesh. The 1/4 inch spacing stops fish while letting most light reach the corals.

Build

The frame is thick, lightweight aluminum with a powder coat for protection in salty air. The mesh is thin and clear so it blends in. Innovative Marine lists a one-year manufacturer warranty.

Will it fit my tank?

Only if it’s the NUVO Fusion 15 cube. The listing is clear that it’s made for that model alone. Other sizes need their own screen, and other brands need a DIY or universal lid. If you’re still choosing a nano reef, the Fluval Evo XII and Coralife BioCube 32 are other all-in-one options worth comparing.

Care

Salt creep builds up on mesh over time and blocks light. Lift the screen off now and then and rinse it in fresh water. Check the corners you’ve broken away to make sure no gap is big enough for a small fish to squeeze through.