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Anyone use a UV water purification system?

Apr 25, 2012 11:50 PM

I am looking at picking up a Steripen to replace my Katadyn for this summer's backcountry needs but I can't help but be a little skeptical. Anyone have any experience with a similar product? Do i go with "AA" batteries or CR132s?

davidschronic davidschronic

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I know this will get boo-hissed, but Costco currently has a similar product for less than $50 in their warehouses. I can't remember the brand, but it struck me as familiar at the time, so I think it may be worth looking into if you've got a Costco near by. (And, really, anyone on D.W who has one nearby probably already has membership.)

psaux psaux
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@psaux: Boooo!! Hiss!! Just kidding, good comment.

johnnys13 johnnys13
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@psaux: To follow up, I found someone online has noticed it too ... and they claim to have a picture: http://www.survivalistboards.com/showthread.php?t=222700

psaux psaux
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Nope, never used one...sorry, but no advice here.

jsimsace jsimsace
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portable ones no, but my house has a uv system

brays3440 brays3440
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@psaux: Thanks, I will for sure check those out.

@brays3440: in house UV system huh? How does that work? (I am not looking for the answer "very well" :))

davidschronic davidschronic
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yes I have a well so I have a water softener and a uv purification system . Works well no bacteria in our water

brays3440 brays3440

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