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Katadyn TRK Drip Filter with Gravidyn Element
The Katadyn TRK Drip Filter with Gravidyn Element will treat more water than any filter we know of (before cartridges need to be replaced). The Katadyn TRK Drip Filter with Gravidyn Element is a gravity fed filter which requires no pumping, hookup, or electricity. Fill the upper compartment with up to 2.5 gallons of untreated water, and it literally drips through the 0.2 micron ceramic filter elements into the bottom compartment. Simply set it on a counter in the corner and keep it filled. The Katadyn Drip water filter is the way to go for cabins, base camps, recreation sites, boats or RV's. The Katadyn TRK Drip filter comes with three Gravidyn filter elements (it uses all 3) which will treat up to an incredible 39,000 gallons of water. The Gravidyn elements have carbon inside them which eliminates odors and chemicals in water.
Bottom Line: The Katadyn TRK Drip Filter with Gravidyn Element is a perfect addition to any home or cabin where water is questionable.
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How do you know when to change the filters?
How do you know when to change the filters?
By: Donna
May 16, 2009
The unit comes with a measuring gauge, which you use to measure the diameter of the ceramic filters. If at any point the measuring gauge slides over the ceramic filter media without being forced, the filter needs to be replaced. It is recommended you replace the filters after six months of continuous use, and since this is a high capacity system, you can expect up to 50,000 liters/13,000 gallons of pure water during that time.
The filters can be cleaned with the supplied cleaning pad as well, which you do once you notice a drop in flow rate. You can do this several times over the life of the filters.
By: BAinUT
May 16, 2009
Gravidyne filter
By: trailsoles
May 30, 2007
We have a cistern for our house which meant we cold not drink draw water from the faucet to drink. We were buying between 8-11 gallons of drinking water per week at a cost of .70-.80 cents per gallon. We searched for alternatives and choose to filter the water from the cistern with the Gravidyne. With a filter life of 39,000 gallons and the initial cost of the filter, we figure the cost per gallon is less than 1 cent and the water taste great.How can you beat that.
We are very happy, just fill and walk away. I highly recommend. I can't imagine its value in a emergency.
Will the ceramic-part of the filter still work even when the
Will the ceramic-part of the filter still work even when the carbon-part won´t?
By: Jimmy
March 27, 2009
After you go through an amazing 39,000 gallons of water you should replace the filters. The carbon and ceramic are encased in one filter, so when its time to swap em out, just do it.
By: matthewtcox2257980
March 28, 2009
Hoping to never have to use it
By: car100200520
November 21, 2008
I bought it in case TSHTF. I hope it stays unopened on my shelf until they plant me.
What is the difference between this model and the model with
What is the difference between this model and the model with the Ceradyn element? Can you compare/contrast the two different elements?
By: Jrowe
December 2, 2008
The 2 items are identical: except the Gravidyn ceramic filter elements, per above description, have carbon (activated charcoal) inside them and the Ceradyn elements do not. As noted: the carbon improves the taste of water and removes organic chemicals such as herbicides and pesticides. The carbon is very stable when stored, but in use will only last 6 months or so.
By: riverridge2198344
December 3, 2008
Excellent filter
By: Cadenza
November 28, 2006
I purchased the TRK Drip Filter (Gravidyn) as a gift for a relative (for home use) in southeast Asia whose water supply is from a well. The criteria were: ceramic element, compact, plastic or synthetic housing. As I've used Katadyn Combi Filter for backpacking and occasionally at home for 6 years, Katadyn was high on my list. IMO, ceramic elements give the best filtration. The initial cost is high but their value is realized through durability and long life. This unit has been in service since January '06, filtering ~10L/day or a total of ~3,300L (864 gallons) so far. The Activated Carbon (A/C) portion of the filter is effective for 6 months but the ceramic is good for 39,000 gallons (~148,980L). What I like most about this filter: fast flow rate (3 elements), impregnated silver-oxide prevents fungus/mildew growing on the element.
I have friends who are about to return to Zimbabwe in the midst
I have friends who are about to return to Zimbabwe in the midst of a cholera epdemic. The problem is they have no water treatment and the disease is spreading via contaminated water. Which filter would you recommend that could last for an undetermined length of time where maintainance is not possible?
By: Martin Bailey
November 27, 2008
There's a product called LifeStraw personal. Have been trying to locate people who can get this into Zimbabwe and I saw your question. Please contact me @ scott.sylte@yahoo.com --- thanks!
By: scott sylte
January 28, 2009
Change me.
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