Does it filter bacteria, etc.? Can it be used for wild water.
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Oh I don't think I'd use it for wild water. I'd carry along purifier tablets for that and then AFTER you've purified the water, put the water in the CamelBak. Try this, or something like it. Potable Aqua Water Treatment Tablets
207129
The label/instructions definitely say not to use it as a purifier/for wild use.
207130
No, I don't think it's appropriate for wild water, but if you use chlorine to kill bacteria then this will filter the chlorine taste from the water. I have only used it for potable water.
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I am pretty sure I know where you are coming from with your question. My answer: fill the bottle from non-municipal sources such as rivers, creeks, and lakes. I am not sure on this one and I have misplaced the insert which tells you specifically what it filters. I just know it will get all protozoa, bacteria, fungi, and viruses for up to 6,000 liters on one filter. I filled it from a local lake and it tastes just like the tap water I filtered.
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In my case no,because a have a good well , but it wont hurt to filter the water for cleanness. The ozone will destroy bacteria
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This is a filter only. I wouldn't use the water from a lake to wash dishes, it is a filter but doesn't treat the water.
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Yes, but as others have suggested, test the water for bacteria. This filter does not kill baacteria, it removes fine particles from the water supply. If you have bacteria in the water there are other filter types that can be used to treat the water and reduce the risk of infection. Frequently the Big Blue is used to eliminate particles before passing thru a second filter such as a UV type filter for treating bacteria.
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I can say this filter is not for "biologically unsafe" water. I'd talk to an outfit that sells nothing but filters.
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It is intended to filter tapwater to remove chlorine and other stuff in the water. It is not intended (to my knowledge) for filtering dirty river water.
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Yes, it should filter e-coli and all other bacterial contamination, like all RO systems would.
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The filter does not allow for deep concentration of filtration. I would check out camping-specific filters for that application. I think I would carry a metal water bottle for camping. The plastic is durable but the lid can split if bumped around.
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No you do not want to use river or lake water as it does not remove bacteria. You would need the advance or standard bottle to use lake or river water as they do remove bacteria.
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I would still boil the water since there are no guarantees that this filter will take out any viruses or anything that it is not made to filter. Take care.
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Don't know the answer to that since we are on well water. I doubt it though. It's a very simple filter. Not fine or well-fitted. Works good for sediment.
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It probably could ,but why would you want to do that . Think about it you would have a sterilized filter. You want good bacteria in you filter. Also a valve should be hooked up in front so you can control the flow of return . The slower your tank can handle the better it will work
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I am not sure. I have only used it filtering my tap water. I haven't been brave enough to try it on river or lake water.
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I have a water filter that uses a reverse - osmosis filtering system. To the best of my knowledge it is a precess which removes absolutely everything out of the water except the water itself. It is purified, free of all chemicals, bacteria, viruses and any other kind of contamination that can be found in water. I use it because I have it conveniently located under my sink. I guess if that were not the case I would have to buy it in bottles. I love my mop and I would consider it worth the trouble to keep it running smoothly.
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These filters are traps and bacteria will breed fast in a warm, dark and damp environment. Even the holding water tank, must be disenfected during storage. I have never seen this type of filter clear or transparent too give the user some idea of its condition.
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I doubt it. This filter isn't listed as having any antimicrobial properties. I would recommend a seychelle filter bottle for that type of use.