Nothing Outperforms Ceramic Technology in the Backcountry for Reliable Water Treatment! Compact and light, this little filter is perfect for day hikes or extended trips. The Miniworks EX uses a ceramic filter and unlike other filter media can be abraded and renewed in the field for complete flow recovery everytimeIts long life and cleanability means you'll never get stuck with a non-functiong filter.
Removes: Protozoa, bacteria, algae, silt and funghi. Reduces iodine, chlorine, pesticides, agricultural chemicals, industrial pollutants, some radioactive fallout particles and viruses attached to 0.3 micron or larger particles.
Specs:
- 45% Faster: Ceramic filter cartridge with AirSpring Accumulator™ uses air to push water through the ceramic faster
- Presure Relief Valve: Keeps pumping at an easy consistent level. Vents untreated water out intake hose.
- Marathon™ EX Ceramic Element: Exceeds EPA's purifier requirements for bacteria and protozoa removal. Can be cleaned multiple times for cast-efficient filtering.
- Carbon Block Core: Removes many chemicals, including pesticides, iodine and chlorine. Improves taste of water; removes odors.
- Clean-Side Cover: Screws onto bottom of filter to keep outlet contaminant-free.
- End of Life Gauge: Lets you know when to replace the ceramic element.
- Ergonomic Lever Action: Easier to pump than "plunger-style" pumps.
- Fast Flow Rate: Filters 1 liter per minute.
- Inlet Hose Float: Keeps intake hose off stream bottom; extends cartridge life.
- Inlet Foam Prefilter: Filters out large debris to protect filter elements and valve performance.
- Adapter Base: Fits all MSR Hydration Bags or Nalgene® Water bottles for direct filtering.
Technical Specifications: - Micron Retention: 0.3 Micron Absolute
- Flow Rate: 1liter/minute
- Pump Strokes: 80-90/liter
- Capacity: up to 2000 liters (depends on water quality)
- Size: 3.8" x 9.3"
- Weight: 16oz.
