Katadyn Vario Microfilter

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The Vario Microfilter is a water filter made by Katadyn. It has an average rating of 4 stars (out of 5), based on 9 user reviews.

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From Moosejaw:
"Free Shipping. Katadyn Vario Water Filter (Spring 2008) - Little Scout's Award Winner 2007 The Vario Water Filter by Katadyn is the first ever water filter to combine the benefits long life and fast flow in one productFeatures:Microfiltration Method: Cleanable ceramic disc lengthens life of primary pleated microfilter. 0.3 micron high surface area pleated glassfiber microfilter removes waterborne bacteria and cysts. Replaceable carbon core reduces chemicals, pesticides, and bad taste in water. Output: Up to 2 quarts (2 liters) per minute. Cartridge Capacity: Up to 500 gallons (1875 liters), depending on water quality Weight: 15 oz. Height: 6.5in. Hose Length: 36in. Includes: Prefilter, Cleaning Pad, and Deluxe Carry Bag"

From RockCreek:
"The Katadyn Vario Water Filter is one of the best water filters out there with its benefits of a long life and fast flow in one product. Katadyn makes the Vario filter adjustable for different field conditions with a combined ceramic and pleated technology, and dual piston technology providing the most efficient, fastest flow available. Involved in the filtration process, you get a high-performance glass fiber filter, an activated carbon filter (for eliminating odors) and a preliminary ceramic filter stage that can be manually added if needed.Depending on how much you need to filter your water, there are different stages you can adjust it to get the efficiency you need. The Katadyn line of filters is so efficient and durable, many disaster relief organizations and militaries use Katadyn products for survival and rescue purposes.The Vario Water Filter just won the distinguished "Industry Award 2006" of the European Outdoor trade show, as well as the "Ispo Outdoor Award Summer 2006""

From Ramsey Outdoor:
"The Vario combines individual efficiency with the simplest possible handling. The technology it uses consists of three filter levels: a high-performa..."

From Backcountry.com:
"Katadyn's lightweight Vario Dual Technology MicroFilter adjusts for dirty water or normal water conditions, so you get the cleanest, freshest water possible no matter where you're backpacking. A simple turn engages the ceramic prefilter when you're pumping out of a muddy lake so the pleated glass-fiber filter inside doesn't get destroyed. After a long, hard hike, this Katadyn water filter's dual piston pump works smoothly and easily pumping out up to 2-liters per minute. The Vario Dual Technology Filter removes waterborne bacteria so you can drink safely on your camping trips, and uses a replaceable carbon core and cleanable ceramic disc. Attach Katadyn's adaptor base directly to your standard Nalgene water bottle opening, or use the output hose for larger water containers."

User Reviews

Vario Microfilter
Reviewed by AJ, Apr 20, 2008

"This is a great water filter...the adjustable flow is a great feature. It is maintained with ease and you do just a little to take care of it, it will take care of you. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!!"

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Vario Microfilter
Reviewed by Gman, Mar 04, 2008

"I love this pump. I used it about 12 times this summer and it pumped beautifully every time. Perfect fit for the nalgene and pumps super fast!! It saved me from carrying a lot of extra pounds of water on the 15+ mile day hikes in the DAKS."

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Vario Microfilter
Reviewed by Jason Thomas, Feb 19, 2008

"This water filter left us without water. We only used this filter for 1 and a half trips when it started acting up and not pumping with much flow. Water started spewing out the top despite our best efforts to clean the ceramic filter and the main paper filter."

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Vario Microfilter
Reviewed by Russ, Jan 13, 2008

"This review is for everybody that is very smart and people who are not so smart. I read a lot about reviews of the Vario and people who do not give a 5 star to this product are people that are just not smart enough to figure this simple machine out."

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Vario Microfilter
Reviewed by Eric Mathurin, Nov 28, 2007

"I used this filter on a two-week cycling trip in Cameroon. I have nothing but good things to say about it. It is quick and easy to use and I encountered no issues or clogs despite filtering water of dubious clarify on many occasions. By the end of the trip the flow had slowed a bit and a little water would leak over the top."

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Vario Microfilter
Reviewed by Perry, Nov 26, 2007

"It worked for one trip and then problems began. Once the disc got dirty it started leaking and cleaning the disk helped little. Then one of the bellows broke... Junk.

Buy a Guide."

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Vario Microfilter
Reviewed by Owen Branson, Jun 14, 2007

"I bought this product over the MSR version and am very pleased with it. I recently used it for 12 days in the Boundary Waters and it preformed well for 10 days of filtering all drinking water and some dish water (in a fire ban conserving liquid fuel) for a 4 person crew."

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Vario Microfilter
Reviewed by Karman, Mar 13, 2007

"Just an update: four more trips in with the new Vario and I have nothing more to add but praise. . . or more praise rather. I miss the lightweight aspect of the Katadyn Exstream, but that's about it. Simply re-stated: I'm a big fan of this filter system."

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Vario Microfilter
Reviewed by Karman, Jan 11, 2007

"My old treatment system was a great product, but my lovely wife bought me a new one. My old Katadyn Exstream XR was awesome in most respects, especially for its reasonable price. Actually, the Exstream isn’t much less than this Katadyn Vario: $50 vs."

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