MSR Sweetwater Microfilter

The MSR Sweetwater Microfilter is lightweight, compact, and makes water filtration fast and easy.

The Sweetwater Microfilter eliminates over 99.9999% of all waterborne bacteria and 99.9% of common protozoan parasites such as Giardia and Cryptosporidium. It comes with a stainless steel prefilter, two color-coded silicone hoses, foam float, water bottle adapter, cleaning brush, and carry bag.

Purifier vs. Microfilter

• A water "filter" generally claims to reduce or eliminate protozoan parasites and bacteria. A filter is adequate for remote wilderness seldom visited by people.
• A water "purifier" also removes or inactivates viruses and is therefore ideal in any situation.

Sweetwater Filtration

The heart of the SweetWater microfilter is a replaceable 0.2-micron labyrinth depth filter with a Filter Replacement Safety Indicator imbedded inside the filter material. After repeated cleanings, this screen-like layer becomes visible so you know when it's time to replace your filter cartridge. A layer of granular activated carbon surrounding the filter improves the taste of unsavory water.

FEATURES:

• Fast
  • Pumps water on both up and down strokes for a fast flow rate of 1.25 liters per minute.
• Easy to Use
  • Unique lever-action pump handle has a 4-to-1 mechanical advantage, so you don't have to work as hard.
• Lightweight
  • Weighing just 11 oz., it's one of the lightest filters on the market.
• Compact
  • Handle folds flat when not in use for easy packing and storage.
• Dependable
  • Eliminates over 99.9999% of all waterborne bacteria and 99.9% of common protozoan parasites, such as giardia and cryptosporidia.
• Simple to Maintain
  • Simple brushing will restore a clogged filter, and the pump lets you know when the filter needs replacing (each cartridge filters up to 200 gallons of water).
• Accessories Include: an 80-micron stainless-steel prefilter, two color-coded silicone hoses, foam float, water bottle adapter, cleaning brush, and carry bag

SPECS:

• Weight: 11 oz./320 g
• Size: 7.5 x 2 in./19 x 5 cm