Get the added viral protection that’s critical in popular wilderness areas and developing countries with this comprehensive purifier and microfilter system. The MiniWorks® Microfilter—our best-selling filter for demanding conditions—utilizes a ceramic/carbon element to filter out waterborne bacteria and protozoa, as well as particulate, taste and odors at 1 liter per minute. When viruses are a concern, the chlorine-based Aquatabs® purification tablets add viral defense. Together they provide the most reliable water possible in a compact, lightweight system that’s great for backpacking and international travel.
This system meets U.S. EPA requirements for microbiological water purifiers.
Our most versatile and comprehensive water treatment system.
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Effective Against: Viruses (99.99%), bacteria (99.9999%), protozoa (99.9%) and particulate. Meets U.S. EPA drinking water standards* and NSF protocol P231 testing standard.
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Iodine-Free: Aquatabs tablets inactivate viruses without bad-tasting iodine. Includes 50 individually packaged tablets. Each tablet treats up to 2 quarts of water depending on conditions.
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Reliable: Filter’s durable ceramic/carbon element ensures safe, taste-free water—even with frequent, heavy use.
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Field-maintainable: Filter can be cleaned repeatedly for full flow recovery with no tools required.
*U.S. EPA Guide Standard and Protocol for Testing Microbiological Purifiers
Width (Standard):
2.75 in
Length (Standard):
7.5 in
Height (Standard):
5.5 in
Effective against bacteria:
Yes
Effective against chemicals/toxins:
Yes
Effective against particulate:
Yes
Effective against protozoa:
Yes
Effective against viruses:
Yes
Filter media:
Ceramic Plus Carbon
Filter pore size (microns):
0.2
Flow (L/min):
1 liters per min
Flow (strokes per liter):
85
Cartridge life:
2000 liters
Water Bottle Adapter:
Yes
Cartridge replacement indicator:
Yes