Katadyn Hiker PRO Water Filter
The field-maintainable Katadyn Hiker PRO water filter is easy to use and includes handy features such as quick-connect fittings to make filtering water a cinch. Hiker PRO includes a field maintenance kit with cleanable filter protector to extend the cartridge life in challenging conditions. Approximately 48 strokes per min. provide 1 liter of clean drinking water. Quick-connect fittings permit easy installation and removal of input and output hoses; hoses also connect directly to hydration reservoirs with 0.25 in. drink tubes. Filter physically removes particles, protozoa and bacteria down to 0.3 microns in size, including giardia, salmonella, cryptosporidia and others. Glass-fiber element is pleated for increased surface area to handle silt and muddy water. Activated-carbon core adsorbs chemicals and pesticides to improve taste of water. To clean filter protector, simply swish it in the water. Pre-filter at hose inlet filters to 150 microns, removing larger contaminants before they reach the main filter to increase its life span. Ergonomic pump handle is comfortable and easy to pump. Katadyn Hiker PRO water filter includes a carry sack and bottle adapter that fits most water bottles.
- feed_provider: Mercent
- Best use: Backpacking
- Dimensions: 6.5 x 3 x 2.4 inches
- Weight: 11 ounces
- Filter type: Pump
- Filter medium: Pleated 0.3 micron glassfiber/carbon core/filter protector
- Removes_x002F_Destroys: Protozoa and bacteria
- Pump force: 8 pounds
- Pump strokes per liter: 48
- Output: 1 liters per minute
- Housing material: ABS plastic
- Field cleanable: Yes
