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MSR SweetWater Microfilter
I've heard that this is freeze thaw compatable is this really...
By joseph blowski
Ranked #479 - Water Filters
December 25, 2008
I've heard that this is freeze thaw compatable is this really true?? Im looking for something that works well in warm or cold weather for one or two people during weekend trips. From what I have been told ceramic will crack and ruin the filter when it warms up from really cold, and I don't want to sleep with this thing in my bag just to keep it usable....I know nothing about water filters by the way..im looking to make my first purchase.
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Helpful Votes: 0 Yes
By Matthew Niedermiller
Ranked #15 - Water Filters
December 25, 2008
You can leave this out to freeze, but you must be SURE that all of the water is out of the filter. If there is any decent amount of water in the filter you could damage the filter element. All you need to do is give it several extra pumps out of the water and then detach the pump from the filter element. This will insure that there is no water in the pump and that all pressure is out of the filter.
Helpful Votes: 0 Yes
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
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