Will the filter, filter out any germs/bacteria/pathogens? or does it just filter out the chlorine just so it can taste better?
1553966
The charcoal filter element just takes out the chlorine and other stuff from tap water. It is healthier than bottled water in soft plastic bottle as it contains no phthalates, which are toxic. And it is a much classier container.
1553967
It's a standard Brita filter that filters out chlorine and other particulates, but doesn't sanitize the water.
314695
Sterilight isn't a filter - I use a sediment filter followed by a carbon filter before the Sterilight - the carbon filter eliminates the odor and taste. Then the Sterilight used a high intensity UV light to kill any microbes that gets through the filters.
1440091
These filters are basically usede as sediment or first level filters, in other words they remove larger particulate but do not affect flavor nor do they remove bacterial issues. You should always test water intended for consumption before "trying it out".
833549
yes it reduces chlorine taste but not enough for our taste we stopped using it shortly after buying it and now use a different filter.
358004
Yes, it removes both the taste and odor of chlorine. It produces a crisp clean taste even when the water supplier uses large amounts of chlorine to purify the water. I have been very pleased with the results.
1320786
It doesn't smell like chlorine. I used it to prevent mineral stains with well water, so I don't know if it stops bacterial growth because that was not happening before I started using it.
650681
no, I do not have chlorinated water, so that doesn't matter to me. But I am sure it does to anyone with city water. Only thing you could do is filter prior or use bottled water.
770989
Here is what the manufacturer claims it removes:Bad Taste & OdorAesthetic Chlorine Taste & OdorSedimentLeadTurbidityLindaneAtrazineNominal Particulate Class ISee http://www.culligandiy.com/Replacement-Cartridges/Drinking-Water/Replacement-Filter-for-Culligan-FM-15A-White-Faucet-Mount-Filter-FM-15RA/
781625
Its used to make undrinkable water safer to drink. It may not remove the chlorine taste from your pool water but it will kill harmful bacteria and micro-organisms making even pond water safe to drink in a survival situation. I wouldn't think twice about drinking chlorinated pool water in a survival situation using this survival straw. Hope this helps.
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Actually calling it a filter is a misnomer, a filter selectively removes (think of a sieve). This item does not remove anything, actually it adds something to the water: it adds vitamin C (ascorbic acid). Adding ascorbic acid to the water neutralizes the chlorine. If you want to know a little bit more about this, look at the page: http://www.fs.fed.us/t-d/pubs/html/05231301/05231301.html
833544
Yes. We switched water filters specifically because I noticed a strong chlorine taste in our water that our Brita did little to nothing to remove. It was so bad I could no longer drink it. I used the chlorine tests I used for our pool and got pretty high Cl readings. After using the Clear2o the chlorine readings went to zero. Also no chlorine taste. There are a few things that are not perfect about the product but it does a great job of clearing out chlorine.
2002702
I don't know about ALL of the chlorine being removed, but you can not smell the chlorine anymore. I can also tell the difference in my skin.. It is not as dry as it was before I got the filter.
2053143
I believe it is the level of filtration you get. The ceramic have a carbon core which will remove many organic compounds (but carbon will absorb these and may not replenish fully when cleaned), whereas the black filters remove these outright. I tested it after I shocked my pool (chlorine levels >20ppm) and the filtered water had 0ppm chlorine and tasted great!
1651514
If you are wanting less chlorine taste, then yes. That was my primarily concern. I hope this helps.
1413951
It filters any particles to 0.2microns 99.999% of all waterborne bacteria is filtered along with 99.99% of waterborne protozoan cysts.E-coli cholera salmonella cryptosporidium giardia. It was used in Haitia and being used by govt relief groups cant be used for saltwater or water treated with chemicals. doesnt remove viruses heavy metals radioactive material or anything smaller than 0.2 microns best for use in lakes or river. good for5 years unopened.
1534353
I don't know. I haven't used it yet. I purchased the filter should our local water supply become contaminated and because I find the taste of water mixed with an iodine decontaminate disgusting
665755
Sawyer's claim for the filter is that it removes 99.99999% of all harmful bacteria and 99.9999% of protozoa. Viruses are not included nor are other impurities mentioned. I have written to Sawyer to ask about tannin and brackish water and will reply again once I receive a return message. I'm not sure when that will be, but hope it will be soon.Keri-LynnFour Seasons Survival