UNS Controlock + Bond

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Ultum Nature Systems Controlock is a structural bonding material designed to combine and reinforce hardscape layouts. Used together with UNS Controbond liquid aquarium glue, it cre ates a strong hold that keeps your aquascape stable through filling, planting, and routine tank maintenance. Controlock acts as the base bonding material while Controbond activates and cures the connection, creating a strong and stable hold between hardscape pieces. An essential aquascaping accessory for scaping dynamic planted tanks. Each order of Controlock includes one container of bonding material and one bottle of Controbond liquid adhesive to get started. Additional Controbond adhesive is sold separately for refills. Size: 77g material + 20g liquid adhesive Instructions: Pinch and pack Controlock between connection points, add Controbond, and allow it to fully cure. A small smoking reaction is normal and indicates the process is working. For full instructions and examples, see below. Controlock Highlights - Available in four colors to blend naturally with a variety of popular layout materials. - Safe for aquarium fish and shrimp once fully cured; avoid contact with skin and eyes. - Best for bonding rock structures or securing driftwood pieces in place. No more wiggling! How to Glue and Bond Aquarium Hardscape Most aquascapers will eventually face the dilemma of working with two or more pieces of aquarium rock or driftwood that refuse to sit or stay together in a specific position. Whether it’s twisting pieces of Spider Wood forming a tree-like structure or an Iwagumi layout that requires two stones angled together to create the focal point, getting hardscape to cooperate perfectly can be a challenge. Whatever the case may be, hardscape can be stubborn. One sure-shot way to create a stable structure is by bonding multiple pieces together using an aquarium- and livestock-safe bonding material and adhesive system. With this method, aquascapers can securely join pieces and build more complex layouts that hold their shape and allow each piece to sit exactly as envisioned. The method we like to use is the Ultum Nature Systems Controlock and Controbond duo. This system is a complete kit that includes Controlock, a bonding material used to fill gaps between hardscape pieces, and Controbond, a liquid cyanoacrylate adhesive that quickly hardens the structure once applied. Compatible with all types of hardscape, Controlock is available in four different colors to match common stone and driftwood tones used in aquascaping. The system is easy to use, but it’s always best to work carefully and confidently when bonding hardscape. Follow these four simple steps to get started: Ultum Nature Systems UNS Controbond and Controlock Aquarium Hardscape Bonding Adhesive Step 1: CHOOSE Choose the UNS Controlock color that best matches your hardscape material. For example, Grey pairs well with Seiryu Stone, while Light Brown works great with Elephant Skin Stone or Ghost Wood. Play video Step 2: PINCH & PACK Pinch and pack Controlock between the joints of your hardscape where the pieces meet. This is where the strong bond will form in the next step. Play video Step 3: GLUE Apply a small amount of UNS Controbond to the packed Controlock. Do not be alarmed if a small amount of smoke appears—this is a brief chemical reaction as the adhesive bonds with the material. You can gently blow on the area to keep fumes away from your eyes. Avoid inhaling the fumes. Play video Step 4: TEST After approximately one minute, the adhesive will have cured. Perform a slow lift test to confirm the hardscape pieces are securely bonded. Ultum Nature Systems UNS Controbond and Controlock Aquarium Hardscape Bonding Adhesive You can repeat these steps for any additional joints that need bonding, resulting in a stronger and more stable hardscape structure. We’re confident in UNS Controlock and Controbond, as shown in this demonstration where six pieces of Malaysian Driftwood were bonded together and lifted and shaken without coming apart! Play video Demonstration of UNS Controlock Grey used with Malaysian Driftwood. HOT TIP #1: You can use any Controlock color if the bond remains hidden—all four variants perform the same. Play video Using UNS Controbond Liquid Adhesive to attach moss to Lava Rock. HOT TIP #2: Glue or attach aquarium mosses or rhizome plants to naturally hide bonded areas. 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