Who it is for
Good fit
- Adjust the ceramic, carbon and virus-membrane stages to the water source risk
- Trips with silty water or virus risk, outdoors or for disaster preparedness
- Individuals and groups; hand-pumped, no electricity needed
Product details
- Modular Three-Stage Defense Design: The pioneering "Three-Stage Filtration System" allows users to freely attach or detach three types of filter cartridges – ceramic, activated carbon, and viral membrane – based on environmental risks. This ensures the most stable, best-tasting pure water for every adventure.
- 0.01 Micron Viral Interception: Equipped with an advanced hollow fiber membrane, it boasts excellent viral interception capabilities, removing 99.99% of viruses. Wherever you roam, it provides clean, sweet, high-quality drinking water, offering the ultimate biological defense.
- 20,000 Liters Long-Life Ceramic Filter Cartridge: The 0.2-micron ceramic filter cartridge removes 99.9999% of bacteria, 99.9% of protozoa (Giardia, Cryptosporidium), and microplastics, and supports repeated scrubbing. With a lifespan of up to 20,000 liters, it is designed for extreme water sources with high sediment content.
- Optimized Drinking Water Taste: An independent activated carbon layer effectively adsorbs chlorine and chemicals, and eliminates odors, making wild water taste as sweet and refreshing as mineral water.
- Robust Steel Structure: Features a stainless steel pump piston with a strong structure, able to withstand high-intensity frequent use without damage.
- Overpressure Protection Mechanism: Built-in pressure regulating valve prevents system damage when the filter cartridge is clogged or under excessive pressure.
- Long-Term Storage, Zero Hassle: Ceramic and viral filters support completely dry storage, preventing mold risk from the source. No daily maintenance required, ready to use anytime, making it your most worry-free adventure and disaster preparedness backup.
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Contents: Water filter body, ceramic filter cartridge, activated carbon filter cartridge, hollow fiber viral membrane filter cartridge, pre-filter, hose kit, cleaning sponge, wear gauge, and storage bag.
Specifications
- Weight: 630 g
- Dimensions: 89 x 66 x 292 mm
- Filter Cartridges: 0.2 micron ceramic filter, activated carbon filter, 0.01 micron hollow fiber viral membrane
- Filter Lifespan: Ceramic filter approx. 20,000 liters (depending on raw water quality), activated carbon filter approx. 500 liters (depending on raw water quality) or 6 months after first use, hollow fiber viral membrane approx. 10,000 liters (depending on raw water quality)
- Flow Rate: 1 liter per minute
- Effective Against: Viruses, bacteria, protozoa, cysts, algae, spores, sediments, microplastics, reduces chemicals, reduces odors and residual chlorine
- Contents: Water filter body, ceramic filter cartridge, activated carbon filter cartridge, hollow fiber viral membrane filter cartridge, pre-filter, hose kit, cleaning sponge, wear gauge, and storage bag
- Origin: Switzerland
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Key specifications
| Article no. | 8021292 |
|---|---|
| Weight | 630 g |
| Dimensions | 292 x 89 x 66 mm |
| Stage 1 filter | 0.2 micron ceramic cartridge, up to about 20,000 L |
| Stage 1 effective against | Protozoa, bacteria, microplastics |
| Stage 2 filter | Replaceable activated carbon, up to about 500 L |
| Stage 2 effect | Improves taste, reduces odor and chlorine |
| Stage 3 filter | 0.01 micron hollow fiber virus membrane, up to about 10,000 L |
| Stage 3 effective against | Viruses |
| Maximum flow rate | 1, depending on water quality L/min |
| Accessories | Prefilter, carrying bag, hose clip, cleaning sponge, outlet hose |
| Overpressure protection | Built-in overpressure valve |
| Origin | Swiss Made |
| Maximum operating temperature | 40 in use, 70 in storage °C |
FAQ
Can the Explorer Pro filter viruses?
Yes. The product description states that the 0.01 micron hollow fiber membrane virus layer removes 99.99% of viruses, alongside a 0.2 micron ceramic layer and an activated carbon layer. For actual operation, follow the manufacturer's manual.
How long does each of the Explorer Pro's three cartridge layers last?
The ceramic cartridge lasts about 20,000 liters; the activated carbon lasts about 500 liters or 6 months after first use; the virus membrane lasts about 10,000 liters. All depend on source water quality.
How does the Explorer Pro differ from the Explorer?
The Pro adds a 0.01 micron hollow fiber membrane virus layer and weighs 630 g; the Explorer is two-stage, ceramic plus activated carbon, at 480 g, and the product description says a virus cartridge can be bought separately and added.
Can I remove cartridges from the Explorer Pro and run it without them?
Yes. The product description says you can freely install or remove the ceramic, activated carbon and virus membrane cartridges depending on environmental risk, and the manufacturer's page also says the configuration can be adjusted for each trip.
How do I clean the Explorer Pro's ceramic cartridge?
The 0.2 micron ceramic cartridge can be scrubbed repeatedly, and a cleaning sponge and wear gauge are included. For virus membrane care, follow the manufacturer's user manual.
Which replacement should I buy when the Explorer Pro's virus membrane expires?
The manufacturer's spare-parts page lists the Explorer Virus Membrane Replacement Cartridge, as well as replacement ceramic cartridges and activated carbon (2-pack). Contact Mabu Valley for availability.
How many people is the Explorer Pro suitable for, and how much does it weigh?
The manufacturer's manual says it suits individuals and groups, with a flow rate of 1 liter per minute. It weighs 630 g, measures 89 x 66 x 292 mm and has a built-in pressure regulating valve for overpressure protection.
What should I know about long-term storage of the Explorer Pro?
The product description says the ceramic and virus filters can be stored completely dry, which eliminates the risk of mold, and they need no routine maintenance, so they are ready whenever you need them.
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