LifeStraw Steel Personal Water Filter with 2 Stage Carbon Filtration for Hiking, Camping, Travel and Emergency Preparedness
The award-winning LifeStraw water filter technology has evolved with the addition of a 2-stage filtration system and a sleek, durable steel straw body. In addition to the hollow fiber membrane found in the original LifeStraw personal water filter, which filters out virtually all bacteria and protozoa, the LifeStraw Steel offers the additional benefits of a
The award-winning LifeStraw water filter technology has evolved with the addition of a 2-stage filtration system and a sleek, durable steel straw body. In addition to the hollow fiber membrane found in the original LifeStraw personal water filter, which filters out virtually all bacteria and protozoa, the LifeStraw Steel offers the additional benefits of a replaceable activated carbon capsule, which reduces chemicals such as chlorine as well as organic compounds—including pesticides and herbicides—for up to 100 liters. The result is better tasting and odor-free water, straight from the source. Removes a minimum 99.9999% of waterborne bacteria (>log 6 reduction) and surpasses EPA standards for water filters, and removes minimum 99.9% of waterborne protozoan parasites (>log 3 reduction) and filters to an amazing 0.2 microns. As with the original LifeStraw, the LifeStraw Steel requires no batteries, pumping or waiting, providing quick access to clean water on-the-go from lakes, rivers, and streams. The food-grade stainless steel housing is sturdy and meets FDA standards, and the sleek, portable design makes it ideal for camping, backpacking, and international travel. An essential component of any emergency prepardness or disaster survival kit, no home, car, or bugout bag should be without one. The filtration straw includes a steel cap for extra durability. Membrane filters up to 1,000 liters. Measures 9 x 1 x 1 inches; weighs 4.2 ounces. For each LifeStraw purchased, one child in a developing community receives safe drinking water for an entire school year
Product Features
- Stainless steel LifeStraw water filter features 2-stage filtration system that eliminates contaminants as well as odors and tastes
- Durable and compact food-grade stainless steel straw meets FDA standards and is ideal for hiking, camping, backpacking, travel, and outdoor survival
- Removes minimum 99.9999% of waterborne bacteria and 99.9% of waterborne protozoan parasites, and filters to 0.2 microns; surpasses EPA filter standard
- Replaceable carbon capsule provides 2-stage filtration that reduces chlorine, organic chemicals, odors and bad tastes
- Filters up to 1,000 liters and does not require batteries, pumping, or chemicals; measures 9 x 1 x 1 inches and weighs 4.2 ounces
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LifeStraw makes good products, but this version isn’t worth the considerable extra cost. (Review updated June 6, 2016.) When I got my new LifeStraw Steel, I was astonished to discover in the instruction manual that, despite being encased in steel, it’s actually not particularly durable. The manual makes clear that dropping it or striking it against a surface may render its filtration mechanism useless. Given the likelihood that someone will be bringing this on rigorous outdoor activity, and considering how serious a problem it is if it doesn’t filter as expected, this really should have been highlighted in the sales description as a limitation.It’s also not immediately clear to someone reading the lists of features (which highlight things it CAN do) that the LifeStraw Steel CANNOT filter heavy metals such as lead out of water, nor is it reliable at purging chemical contaminants (although it does screen organic chemicals up to a point). This matters because, while some of the imagery show people drinking out of streams and such, much of the United States and indeed much of the world…
Easy to use and well made This is a well made filter. Just the right size to keep in a daypack. I would recommend a pump style for long trips. The first draw is difficult, but I put this in a coffee cup of tap water to test suction. Let it sit for a moment to saturate membranes then apply suction, it takes a moment. Once water is up into filter it took 5 easy mouthfuls to drain it. Really very easy after first draw. I would consider it more rugged than the plastic version. They do say not to dent or drop it, but you are counting on tight seals internally to ensure filtration so basic advise. Careful use should make it last for years. Emptying the water out and drying it is not in the instructions. Remove both caps and charcoal filter plug swing downward until water stops coming out, leave out to dry for day or so and seal away in daypackI left off a star because they do not say were it is made. Designed in Switzerland, but no word on where it is made, it should never be hidden. I would improve directions…
I like it and it works well A metal filter straw that says don’t dent or drop May ruin filter. I figured it was metal as a reenforcment! I like it and it works well. alrrady lost the lid twice and the bottom got knocked off a couple times. Keep this in an enclosed area or tape the ends on. I figured they would screw together. For this I give4 stars.