Katadyn Pocket

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The Pocket is a water filter made by Katadyn. It has an average rating of 5 stars (out of 5), based on 5 user reviews.

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From Campmor:
"The Katadyn is a mechanical, ceramic micro filter and uses no chemicals (healthier). Filters down to 0.2 microns (will remove all giardia, fungi, parasites, etc.) Built in pump produces about a quart a minute. Zippered carrying pouch included. 1 Pocket water microfilter 1 Ceramic microfilter cartridge 1 Input hose with modular prefilter 1 Output hose with universal bottle clip 1 Deluxe carry bag 2 Cleaning Pads Hydration System Connector"

From Backcountry.com:
"The Katadyn Pocket Filter is a durable water filter with an aluminum shell. The ceramic element in the Katadyn Pocket Filter will treat up to 13,000 gallons. Compare that to most other water filters out there and you'll see why Katadyn is one of the most respected brands in the industry. This ceramic water filter offers 0.2 micron filtration and a flow rate of up to 1 liter per minute. At 20oz, the Katadyn Pocket Filter isn't the lightest filter in the world but it's still quite compact and its rugged aluminum shell means it'll go the long haul. This is why it's standard issue for international Red Cross field workers. The Katadyn Pocket Filter will remove all giardia, fungi, parasites, cholera, typhoid, cryptosporidia, salmonella and other harmful bacteria, parasites, and germs. This filter will last you a long time if you expect to be in places where supplies (i.e. replacement filters) are not readily available. INCLUDES: Pump, filter, input hose (40) with acorn pre-filter and float, output hose with spring clip to clip onto bottles, hydration pack adaptor, a Scotchbrite cleaning pad, a measuring gauge, silicone lubricant, fabric bag and plastic zip lock bag for output hose. Measures 10 x 2."

From Oregon Mountain Community:
"The Katadyn Pocket Filter is a robust water filter made of heavy duty materials; ideal for long lasting continuous use even under extreme circumstances. The silver impregnated ceramic element is effective against bacteria and protozoa. The Katadyn Pocket is the only water filter with a 20 year warranty. Includes: Prefilter, bottle clip and carry bag Pocket Filter Specifications: Technology: 0,2 micron ceramic depth filter (cleanable)Output: ~ 1 quart ~ 1 l/minCapacity (depending on water quality): 13'000 gal 50'000 lWeight: 20 oz 550 gDimensions: 10 x 2.4 '' 24 x 6 cmCeramic Replacement Cartridge: 8013619"

From Altrec Outdoors:
"Tough enough to handle heavily silted water, the Katadyn Pocket Microfilter has a cleanable ceramic filter element that filters down to 0.2 microns, removing all known disease-causing bacteria and protozoa from your drinking water without the use of chemicals. Designed with few moving parts and an easy-maintenance design, it's the water filter of choice for traveling professionals and those who can't afford the Giardia diet plan deep in the backcountry. New features include a round pump handle for comfortable use and a bottle clip on the outlet hose."

User Reviews

Pocket
Reviewed by Poboxw, Aug 19, 2009

"Terrific filter, worth every penny and more. Used on a week-long canoe trip as the only filter for 8 campers. Pumping became a bit harder (and stayed that way even after cleaning) towards the end of the trip but was still pretty easy to use. Filtering a 1L bottle takes 2-3 un-flustered minutes though if pumping hard, you can do it in a minute flat."

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Pocket
Reviewed by robertcoogan, Mar 07, 2009

"If you go on long trips, don't leave home without this. I used mine in Maine after my GPS went down. I was alone for almost two weeks, and ran out of fresh water on the second day. This effortlessly filtered my water from the local streams (which I was told was parasite-ridden during the summer months) for over a week. Very handy, I never got ill."

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Pocket
Reviewed by GrizzGuy, Feb 27, 2009

"If you don't mind a little extra weight then you can't beat this filter. In the long run it's cheaper than the Hiker Pro, it's field maintainable, and it's made of quality materials. It's simply the best filter on the market."

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Pocket
Reviewed by Arnett, Oct 29, 2006

"I have spent as long as 70 days in the brush with only the equipment I can carry on my back. This product is worth its weight in GOLD. The first time I left home with it I was a little worried so I took some Micropur tabs and iodide mix along with me."

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Pocket
Reviewed by an anonymous hiker, Oct 16, 2004

"Best filter made. Easily pumps gallons. Keep the ceramic filter clean for easy pumping."

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