"And as human beings, you and I need fresh, pure water to replenish our precious bodily fluids."
Posted on 05/09/2008 11:05:03 PM PDT by Squidpup
There's a reason they call it the "Lifesaver."
On the outside, it looks like an ordinary sports bottle. On the inside, there's a miracle: an extremely advanced filtration system that makes murky water filled with deadly viruses and bacteria completely clean in just seconds.
The Lifesaver removes 99.999 percent of water-borne pathogens and reduces heavy metals like lead, meaning even the filthiest water can be cleaned — immediately.
It will be a boon to soldiers in the field, so it's winning accolades from the military.
It also stands to revolutionize humanitarian aid. It could be the first weapon in the fight against disease after a natural disaster, like the one in Myanmar this week.
(Excerpt) Read more at foxnews.com ...
Why not just get a Katadyn or MSR water filter for $100? They’ve been available for years; What makes this one better?
"And as human beings, you and I need fresh, pure water to replenish our precious bodily fluids."
Here’s what I got and works fine (about $80). But, it is a pump system and if the pump broke your probably hosed. Plus, it uses a chlorine additive for some of the stuff that may hinder easy use by some third-world folks. Also it does not seem to go to the 99.9999999% on everything - only to 99.99% on some. That level is probably okay for filtering a mountain creek or rain water off a plastic sheet. Then again, I’d have a hard time trusting anything perched over a mud puddle in Ethiopia, even a $400 bottle or space-aged purifying packets!
Features:
It inactivates 99.99% of waterborne viruses; eliminates over 99.9999% of all waterborne bacteria and 99.9% of common protozoan parasites, such as giardia and cryptosporidia, as well as particulates, bad tastes, and odors
Pumps at a fast flow rate of 1.25 liters per minute
Lever-action pump handle has a 4-to-1 mechanical advantage and dual pump action so you don’t have to work as hard
Handle folds flat for storage when not in use
A Platypus 2+ Liter Bottle that connects directly to the microfilter is included for easy treatment with the purifier solution
Or better yet, can it convert Bud Lite into Czechvar?
Market leader is Katadyn. Rather use thoose than this rebranded made in China junk.
Just another company trying to capitalize on fear.
The gist of what I have found is (somewhat) confusing.
First, there are “filters” and then their are “purifiers”, these are actually legal terms and probably has something to do with EPA registration.
Years ago, it was discovered that filtering water through microfine unglazed ceramic was extremely effective at removing water-borne pathogens. More advanced designs today
incorporate carbon filters to remove bad tastes and odors. (it’s important to note that water can taste terrible, appear dirty and objectionable, but perfectly safe to drink, conversely crystal clear cold mountain stream water can make you severely ill.)
They also incorporate iodie matrix filters, which further purify the raw water, and hopefully, destroy viruses, which are far smaller than bacteria and cysts. What researchers have found, if the water is filtered sufficiently finely (.1 micron for example); then viruses are effectively captured along with everything else) However, they are enjoined from advertising that viruses are removed.
I use a Katadyn drip filter and then dose with Iodine, in that order. Hardly any is necessary after microfiltration and, below the taste threshold. The “two tablets per quart” routine of old was necessary to kill cysts in cold, cloudy water. One tablet or equivalent of Iodine should be enough to purify 4 gallons for virus eradication.
This is the angle that the new purifiers are utilizing - microfiltration, and then iodine treatment, but I don’t trust the devices in the field. Too many proprietary parts and gaskets, and repair kits, recalls of specific models and items for leaks.
6000 liters for $500 ~= 12 liters per dollar. A whole lot less expensive than the bottled water sold in airports...
I doubt if people in Myanmar would be waiting for more studies if they had this bottle.:>)
Q. Can it convert urine into drinkable water?
Or better yet, can it convert Bud Lite into Czechvar?
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No.
But, I can convert Bud Lite into urine.
That’s pretty cheap compared to the $4,500 I just paid for a water purifying system for the house.
So can Anheuser-Busch, for that matter.
Thanks for the ping JJ. We have a number of items we use including the MSR and Katadyn water filters yet my core survival gear water bottle is a guyot stainless 32 ounce capacity clone of a nalgene bottle. I carry one of those.
Weight is a consideration without logistical support as ya know so ultra lite alternatives and simplicity is key.
We used to pack old aluminum or steel 1 quart issued canteens as we can “boil” any suspect water which in all but perfect conditions is ALL water. The guyot water bottle allows one to boil . I as well have a nesting snow peak titanium cup that I use to boil my water. This lifesaver has it’s place where a fire can’t be used for security reasons in a OP Hide etc ..........however these days I elect too go the low tech rolling boil method .......:o)
I will add the Lifesaver 6000’s to my emergency gear for TEOTWAWKI events !!
All good , solid materials are considered and tested......Stay safe !
Bud Lite is already 2/3 of the way there right out of the can.
WOW!!
I don’t want to sound like a survivalist nutcase, but think of a biological attack by terrorists on a water supply and the cost suddenly seems pretty reasonable,doesn’t it?
i've seen filtered straws that do the same thing and you can use it anywhere with or without a bottle
I was not intending to advertise a product. I just read the story on Fox and thought others would enjoy it. The good thing about FR is that you get a bunch of other good information from others. Thanks.
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