Katadyn Vario Multi Flow Water Microfilter >> GadgetGrid

Apr 03 2009

Katadyn Vario Multi Flow Water Microfilter

Posted by: technogeek in Outdoor Living, Sports/Recreation

A must have for camping and hiking

Katadyn, a Swiss company has created a high-performance pump based on two technologies: a ceramic for a longer life and pleated glass fiber for easy operation.

The Katadyn Vario Microfilter is part of the “backcountry series” filter line. Katadyn products are used by military, health organizations and outdoor adventurers world-wide.

It is truly designed as a technological marvel. The handle works the dual action pump. There are two pistons in the top of the cap that force water through the unit. The (replaceable) carbon inside of the core works to eliminate/ remove odors and tastes that usally get past conventional filters.

Technology: Pumpfilter; cermic prefilter, 0.3 micron glasfibre membrane

Output: Up to 2 quarts (2 liters) per minute

Cartridge Capacity: Up to 500 gallons (1875 liters)

Weight: 15 ounces

Height: 6.5 inches

Hose Length: 36 inches

Includes prefilter, cleaning pad, and deluxe carry bag

Combines the two best technologies – Ceramic and Pleated Microfiltration

Replaceable carbon so water always tastes fresh

Capacity: Up to 2,000 litres depending on water quality

Material: Plastics, ceramic, glasfibre, activatedcarbon granulate (GAC), silicone