| Katadyn Vario Multi Flow Water Microfilter | 
| Brand: Katadyn
Department: Hiking & Camping Gear
List Price: $89.95
Buy New: $71.99
as of 3/14/2010 19:23 EDT details
You Save: $17.96 (20%)
Seller: Amazon.com
Rating:  20 reviews
Color: Black
Autographed: No
Memorabilia: No
Size: One Size
Shipping Weight (lbs): 2
Dimensions (in): 0 x 0 x 0
MPN: 8014931
Model: 8014931
UPC: 400101242246
EAN: 0400101242246
ASIN: B000KUVVY4
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Availability: Usually ships in 2 to 4 weeks
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| Features:
| • | A simple turn engages a ceramic pre-filter for long life in dirty water or a pleated glass fiber filter in normal conditions | | • | Produces up to two quarts per minute in the faster flow mode and one quart per minute in longer life mode | | • | Replaceable carbon core keeps water tasting fresh; reduces chemicals, odors, and toxins throughout the life of the cartridge | | • | Dual piston technology provides maximum output with minimum effort | | • | Adapter base attaches directly to water bottles or an output hose can be used to fill hydration systems or larger containers |
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Amazon.com Product Description
A member of Katadyn's Backcountry Series of water filters, the Vario Multi Flow Water Microfilter is the first water filter that is adjustable for different conditions. It combines two leading technologies into one high-performance pump: ceramic for a longer life and pleated glass fiber for easy operation. The Vario offers a high output and also contains a replaceable carbon core to keep the water tasting fresh. Key Details: - Output: Up to 2 quarts (2 liters) per minute
- Cartridge Capacity: Up to 500 gallons (1875 liters)
- Weight: 15 ounces
- Height: 6.5 inches
- Hose Length: 36 inches
- Includes prefilter, cleaning pad, and deluxe carry bag
About Katadyn
Katadyn of Switzerland has been producing high quality portable water systems since 1928. Their history has been one of innovation and durability. Katadyn products are used by militaries, health organizations and outdoor adventurers world-wide. No other water system provides higher quality or longer lasting performance. Katadyn is the global leader in portable water treatment. With subsidiaries in the United States, Germany, France, and Singapore; Katadyn develops, produces, and distributes high quality products which are used whenever safe drinking water isn't available--for travel, camping and humanitarian operations. From Backpackgeartest.org
The Katadyn Vario Microfilter is part of the backcountry series filter line. The manufacturer indicates this filter line is good for all round use. The manufacturer claims that this filter meets the industry standards for reduction of bacteria (99.9999% Klebsiella terrigena) and protozoan cysts (99.9 % Giardia and Cryptosporidium)...read the entire review
Product Description
Katadyn Vario Microfilter, The only water filter adjustable for different conditions. Combines the two best technologies ceramic and pleated microfiltration. Ultra fast flow (2 liters/minute). Replaceable carbon so water always tastes fresh. Microfiltration Method: Cleanable ceramic disc lengthens life of primary 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 quart (2 liter)/minute Cartridge Capacity: Up to 500 gallons (1875 liters), depending on water quality Weight: 15 oz Height: 6.5" Includes: Prefilter, Deluxe Carry Bag and Cleaning Pad, Mfg No: 8014931, Manufacturer: Katadyn
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| Customer Reviews:
Showing reviews 1-5 of 10
 ok February 13, 2010
bob (Boston, MA United States)
it's ok. sometimes it'll leak out from middle if pump too fast, this can be dangerous if you're in cold conditions. Also if using in below freezing temps water will freeze over the ceramic filter allowing no water to pass through and a lot more leakage from sides. This is the only water filter I've ever used so have nothing to compair it to.
 Awesome filter! February 4, 2010
Richard D. Ingram
I love this filter, it has all the features you could want in a filter and is very user friendly. If you read the instructions and do the maintenence that is required it will last a long time with no issues. The things you need to do to maintain it are simple like lubricating the O rings and disinfecting it when you get home from a hiking trip are common sense stuff. You may have to scrub the ceramic filter when out in the field after heavy use in high sediment water (not rocket science). I bought an extra carbon kit to replace the old carbon when the water starts to taste funny or smell, that cost about $10 dollars. This filter is easy to use and can clean up to 500 gallons of water before replacing the main filter core (about $30 dollars). Another thing to remember is that Katadyn is a great company, if you have any issues with your filter give them a call and they will help you out. Having the versatility to switch from one filter media to two depending on your water quality is a nice option and you get more bang for your buck with this unit at $80 dollars for 500 gallons of purified drinking water!
quick replacement November 2, 2009
Vicki Morrone
0 out of 3 found this review helpful
I ordered the water filter and much to my dismay the little tip that holds the tygon tube was broken. So I tried to get the part from the filer company but they did not have it as its from Switzerland. So I completed the online return and replace form with Amazon and they emailed the link to find the docs to print out and include in return box and I ordered a replacement, no charge, unless I dont return the original within 30 days, which I have since sent. GREAT. The water filter was sent to Malawi, where it is truly needed and reportedly works great. The replacement came VERY quickly, in time to catch its flight with a friend. So thanks the return system works very well.
 Dainty Plastic Filter October 20, 2009
Clark Thompson (Conroe, TX USA)
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
This pump only worked once. On my second trip the intake connection had broke off. The filter was packed well with no heavy objects around it, but broke anyway. Save your money on this one. Spend the extra cash on something more durable.
Works great August 14, 2009
C. Cody
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
Spent 12 days at Philmont and used the Vario several times. It was quick and didn't clog. We had 2 other filters that did not work as well/quickly. The Vario is bullkier than others but it works.
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