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How often does the filter need replacing? Does anyone have any...
By Richard Davies
Ranked #217 - Water Filters
December 23, 2010
How often does the filter need replacing?
Does anyone have any 'real life' experience with the filter? i.e. "I used it on approx. # trips a year and had to replace the filter after # trips/years." The manufacture estimate is helpful, but I'd also like to hear about practical experiences.
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By Willy Syndram
Ranked #14 - Water Filters
January 5, 2011
hey Richard, I agree with Jeff, water sources dictate a filters life span. Filtering water from seeps you dig will shorten it life faster than clear running water. The silt from glacial water also clogs filetrs faster. On the Pct a filter would last me around 700 miles, but I would use a toothbrush to clean it to prolong its life. On the AT a filter would last me a lillte more than 800 miles, but I didn't drink as much water as I did on the PCT. These numbers only work for me, everyone's will be different...carry a spare filter with you or have easy access to one until you are confident with it..!! hope this helps
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By moroni
Ranked #5 - Water Filters
December 23, 2010
MSR claims a very subjective 750 liters. This number all depends on the quality of water being filtered. I use the resistance method. When the filter becomes noticeably harder to pump, change the filter!
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Tech Specs:
- Filter Material:
- carbon cartridge
- Purifying Element:
- silica depth
- Output:
- 1 L min
- Removes:
- protozoa, bacteria, particles, toxins
- Field-Cleanable:
- yes
- Dimensions:
- 2 in 7.5 in
- Gravity Flow:
- no
- Cartridge Life:
- 750 L
- Weight:
- 11 oz
- Recommended Use:
- backpacking, mountaineering, paddling trips
- Manufacturer Warranty:
- lifetime
Change me.