- Filter type: Pump
- Filter medium: Hollow fiber / carbon
- Removes/Destroys: Protozoa, bacteria and viruses
- Pump force: 14.5 lbs.
- Pump strokes per liter: 50
- Output: 47 fl. oz./60 sec.
- Housing material: Polypropylene
- BPA free: Yes
- Field cleanable: Yes
- Dimensions: 6.1" x 3.5" x 2.9"
- Weight: 11.2 oz.
Pros
- Immediately filters water removing/killing all protozoa, bacteria, and viruses
- Can filter 1,320 gallons before replacement
- Won't pump water once the membrane is blocked
- NSF/ANSI P231 rating
Cons
- Heavy for backpacking
- More work to assemble and use than squeeze filter
LifeSaver Wayfarer Water Purifier
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Wayfarer Purifier: Features and Functions
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In the Field
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Compared to the Competition
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