The Katadyn Steripen Ultra-UV water purifier ensures that you will always have safe drinking water close. Compared to other water purification systems this products works with an UV light (UV-C). With the UV-light you can purify water up to 8000 times. The UV-light fights off the micro-organisms in the water to make sure you don't get sick. This Steripen destroys 99.9% of viruses, bacteria and protozoa. Perfect for every outdoor enthusiast, traveller and backpacker.

Technical features

Features

• Ultra features an internal battery that’s recharged from any USB power source; connect the included USB cable and start charging from a solar panel, laptop or car power port
• Low-power indicator lets you know when battery needs recharging; when fully charged you can treat 50L
• Ultraviolet (UV-C) light rays safely purify clear water by destroying 99.99% of protozoa (including Giardia and Cryptosporidia), bacteria and even viruses
• SteriPEN protects you from risks that cause botulism, cholera, dysentery and typhoid, just to name a few
• To purify your water, just press a button and gently agitate the water with a quick stir
• Purifies 16 fl.oz. of water (cold or warm) in less than a minute or treat 32 fl. oz. in 90 seconds
• Ultra is designed to fit perfectly into store-bought bottles of water; just insert the Ultra into the bottle, flip the bottle upside down and start treating the water
• Small size fits most containers—use it in cups, mugs, water bottles and canteens
• SteriPEN turns itself off once ultraviolet treatment is complete; can be used up to 8,000 times!
• Watertight seals keep water away from the electronics; rubberized inset grips for secure handling in wet conditions
• Long used by municipal water districts and bottling companies, low-level UV-C light treats water safely, and unit’s light will not damage eyes or skin
• Use only on clear water, as cloudy, sediment-laden water hinders effectiveness; FitsAll prefilter (sold separately) clears particulates and debris from water