Ultrapress Water Filter And Purifier Bottle 16.9 Fl. Oz.

With a quick press, the compact and adventure-ready UltraPress Water Filter and Purifier Bottle helps protect against viruses, protozoa, bacteria, chemicals, pesticides and heavy metals. Features Compact and easy to use, this 16.9 fl. oz. (0.5-liter) bottle fits into a pack pocket or cup holder, requires zero setup and purifies water in just 10 seconds (3 L/min) Simply fill, press and drink fill from any freshwater source, press on the ground or other firm surface, and drink purified water OnePress global protection is effective for use on all 7 continents Device uses ion exchange and ultra-powdered activated carbon to filter and purify water Removes viruses (e.g., hepatitis A, norovirus, rotavirus), bacteria (e.g., E. coli, salmonella, shigella) and protozoan cysts (e.g., amoebae, cryptosporidia, giardia) Adsorbs many chemicals, pesticides, herbicides, heavy metals, volatile organic compounds (VOCs), flavors and odors Filters particulates such as sediment and microplastics Multifunctional SimpleVent drink cap vents air (by twisting cap a half-turn) during purification and filtration and protects spout from cross-contamination RiverFlow spout delivers a fast flow of clean drinking water for chugging or filling hydration reservoirs and other bottles FlipCarry handle provides an enlarged pressing surface when flat; it also rotates 90° for effortless separation and easy carrying SoftPress ergonomic comfort pad on cap offers a nonslip, anti-fatiguing pressing surface TPE TopoGrip is placed on all heavy-use surfaces for tactile, nonslip performance This durable, BPA-free bottle disassembles for easy cleaning; hand wash all parts except filter with warm, soapy water Replaceable purifier cartridge is rated for 300 cycles (40 gal./150 L); when press time reaches 25 sec. (or 3 years have elapsed since first use), it's time to replace it Independently tested by a certified laboratory to meet or exceed NSF/ANSI protocols 42 and 53 for sediment, pathogen and chemical removal Also meets the EPA Guide Standard and Protocol for testing microbiological water purifiers Imported. How to Choose a Water Filter or Purifier Do you need a water filter or water purifier? Filters: Physically remove protozoa (like Cryptosporidium and Giardia lamblia) and bacteria (such as E. coli, Salmonella, Campylobacter and Shigella) the main water concerns if you're traveling in the U.S. and Canada. Purifiers: Go further by combating viruses such as hepatitis A, rotavirus and norovirus. Types of water filters Pump: Precise even from shallow water sources, replaceable internal element or cartridge. Can be bulky and a chore to use and clean in the field. Gravity: Easy to use, filters large quantities of water, replaceable element. Needs a hang point, slower and harder to fill in shallow water sources. Ultraviolet light: Easy, quick and no element to replace. Requires batteries, prefiltering for silty or cloudy water and multiple treatments for large quantities. Bottle: Lightweight, quick, replaceable element, less pricey. Water quantity is limited by bottle size. Squeeze: Easy, quick, smaller and less pricey, have replaceable elements, sometimes usable as both a gravity and straw-style filter. Water quantity is limited by reservoir size. Straw: Easy, quick, lighter and less pricey. Water is only available when you're at a water source and not all models have replaceable elements. Chemicals: Easy, inexpensive, ultralight backup method to purify water. Significant wait time before water is safe to drink and don't taste great. Best Use Travel Filter Type Press Filter Medium Electroadsorption/ultra-powdered activated carbon Removes/Destroys Protozoa, Bacteria And Viruses Pump Strokes per Liter 2 Output 6 liters per minute Housing Material Polypropylene BPA Free Yes Dimensions 2.95 9.75 inches Weight 12.5 ounces