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SweetWater Sweetwater Purifier System

SweetWater Sweetwater Purifier System

SweetWater Sweetwater Purifier System

The SweetWater Purifier system gives you protection from waterborne bacteria, parasites, and viruses.
 
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Description from Backcountry:
The SweetWater Purifier system gives you protection from waterborne bacteria, parasites, and viruses in an easy-to-use package. The system is comprised of SweetWater's unrivaled Microfilter with dual-action pump [CAS0274], a chlorine-based purifier solution called ViralStop that inactivates viruses [CAS0277], and a Platypus 2-liter bottle that connects directly to the filter. This is a simple solution for acquiring great-tasting and safe water in the most heavily trafficked backcountry areas and in developing countries. This iodine-free system is fast and easy: Just add 5 drops of ViralStop to each liter of filtered water and wait 5 minutes. It works quickly in all conditions and meets U.S. EPA requirements for microbiological water purifiers.

Bottom Line: Stay safely hydrated hassle-free with this complete purifying system.
Purifying Element: Carbon
Purification Rate: 1.25 L per minute
Output: 1 L per 5 drops

Reviews :

I have used the sweetwater on all my hikes and it has filtered everything from clear mt. stream water to swamp water. Never had a failure and haven't caught any bugs (guess that is a good thing) I would highly recommend this unit to any one.

 

I've used a SweetWater Guardian for about 5 years and have been happy with it overall. Unfortunately,it failed on my last trip due to silty water and over use, I suppose. All the way along, it had been getting harder and harder to pump, with water squirting out the relief valve, as the ceramic filter got dirtier and dirtier. Next, the SiltStopper filters fouled and it began pumping dirty water out. Had to resort to boiling and waiting for it to cool. Am keeping my SweetWater, but am going to try an on-sale KataDyn Hiker for the same cost as new SweetWater filters, plus it offers much high output volume.

 

From MSR:

Get added viral protection in popular wilderness areas and developing countries with this combination purifier system. The SweetWater Microfilter removes waterborne bacteria and protozoan parasites, and the chlorine-based SweetWater Purifier Solution effectively inactivates viruses.

This system meets U.S. EPA requirements for microbiological water purifiers.
 

  • Iodine-free
    Inactivates viruses without bad-tasting iodine.
  • Fast
    Pump at a fast flow rate of 1.25 liters per minute, then add five drops of the purifier solution per liter and wait five minutes for optimal protection.
  • Easy to Use
    Lever-action pump handle has a 4-to-1 mechanical advantage and dual pump action, so you don't have to work as hard.
  • Lightweight
    Entire system weighs just 14 ounces.
  • Compact
    Handle folds flat when not in use for easy packing and storage.
  • Dependable
    Inactivates 99.99% of waterborne viruses; eliminates over 99.9999% of all waterborne bacteria and 99.9% of common protozoan parasites, such as giardia and cryptosporidia, as well as particulates, bad tastes, and odors.


Accessories Include: an 80 micron stainless-steel prefilter, two color-coded silicone hoses, foam float, water bottle adapter, cleaning brush, and carry bag

Filter Life: Up to 750 liters (depending on conditions)
One Bottle of Sweetwater Purifier Solution: Treats up to 300 liters
Weight: 14 oz./395 g
Size: 7.5 x 2 in./19 x 5 cm
Color: White