KATADYN Water Purification System Portable Water Filter Combi

KATADYN Combi is a hand-pump filter with a 0.2 micron ceramic element and replaceable carbon; ceramic up to 50,000 L; about 580 g; includes a faucet kit.

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Who it is for

Good fit

Variable water quality, with a ceramic element you can scrub clean for very cloudy water
You want to connect it to a kitchen, caravan, camper or boat faucet
Use ceramic only, or add activated carbon to reduce chemicals, depending on the water
Trekking, travel and expeditions that call for a robust hand-pump filter

Product details

Two-stage filter: Combines "silver-impregnated ceramic" with "activated carbon" to not only physically block disease-causing microorganisms but also reduce chemicals and improve the taste of drinking water.
- 0.2 Micron Silver-Impregnated Ceramic Filter: Equipped with precision ceramic technology, with a pore size of only 0.2 microns, it can physically block 99.9999% of bacteria and 99.9% of protozoa. The ceramic is silvered (the manufacturer calls it Silvered Ceramic) as an extra layer of protection.
- Activated Carbon Filtration: Reduces chemicals and improves the taste and odor of the water.
Flexible Filter Mode Switching: The Combi features a modular design, allowing users to adjust it based on water quality. In extremely turbid but chemically uncontaminated wilderness environments, you can choose not to install activated carbon granules and use only ceramic filtration. This effectively conserves activated carbon, reserving resources for times when taste improvement or chemical filtration is needed.
Robust and Durable Design: Designed for long journeys and expeditions, its structure is strong and extremely reliable. Unlike single-use filters, the Combi's ceramic filter can be scrubbed repeatedly, and its filtration performance can be restored immediately even in the wilderness.
Indoor/Outdoor Dual-Use Model: The Combi includes a "faucet connection kit." You can easily connect it to faucets in your kitchen or RV.
Contents: Water filter body, pre-filter, bottle adapter, faucet adapter kit, storage bag.

Specifications

Weight: Approx. 580 g
Dimensions: (Cylinder diameter) 6 x 27 cm
Filter elements: 0.2 micron ceramic filter, replaceable activated carbon
Ceramic filter lifespan: Approx. 50,000 liters (depending on raw water quality)
Activated carbon lifespan: Approx. 200 liters (depending on raw water quality); replace when an unpleasant taste or odor appears after filtering, or after 6 months of constant use, whichever comes first
Flow rate: Approx. 1 liter per minute
Effective against: Bacteria, protozoa (e.g., Giardia, Cryptosporidium), cysts, algae, spores, sediments, reduces chemicals, improves taste and odor
Origin: Switzerland

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KATADYN Water Purification System Portable Water Filter Combi Key specifications
Article no.	8017685
Weight	580 g
Dimensions	27 x 6 (length x diameter) cm
Filter	0.2 micron ceramic depth filter (silvered ceramic, cleanable) plus replaceable activated carbon
Effective against	Bacteria, protozoa, cysts, algae, spores and sediment; also reduces chemicals
Reduction rates (manual)	Bacteria 99.9999% (Klebsiella terrigena); protozoan cysts 99.9% (Giardia, Cryptosporidium)
Output	Approx. 1 L/min
Ceramic capacity	Up to about 50,000, depending on water quality L
Carbon replacement	About 200 liters; replace when taste or odor changes or after 6 months of constant use, whichever comes first
Operating modes	One stage (ceramic only) or two stages (ceramic plus carbon)
Prefilter	130 micron prefilter keeps large particles out of the pump
Material	Resistant plastics, stainless steel, silicone, ceramic
Accessories	Prefilter, bottle adapter, carry bag, water tap kit
Ceramic replacement check	The supplied measuring gauge shows when to replace the ceramic: replace when its gap fits over it
Flow at a faucet	About 1 with pumping at 1 bar; about 0.6 without pumping at 3 bar L/min
Water source	Clear water, cloudy water

FAQ

How does the Combi differ from the Pocket?

In addition to the 0.2 micron ceramic cartridge, the Combi has a replaceable activated carbon layer, weighs about 580 g, and includes a faucet adapter kit; the Pocket weighs about 550 g. Both have a ceramic life of about 50,000 liters and a flow rate of about 1 L per minute.

Can the Combi connect to a faucet?

Yes. The product description lists an included faucet connection kit that attaches to a kitchen or camper-van faucet, for use indoors and outdoors.

How often should I replace the Combi's activated carbon?

The activated carbon lasts about 200 liters (depending on source water quality), and should be replaced when an unpleasant taste or odor appears after filtering, or after 6 months of constant use, whichever comes first. The ceramic cartridge lasts about 50,000 liters.

Can the Combi be used without the activated carbon?

Yes. The product description says the Combi is modular. For extremely cloudy water with no chemical contamination, you can leave out the activated carbon granules and use ceramic filtration only, which saves the carbon.

Can the Combi filter viruses?

The product description does not list viruses. The listed targets are bacteria, protozoa, cysts, algae, spores and sediment, with a 0.2 micron cartridge pore size. It should not be relied on for virus protection; the manufacturer's fact sheet adds that viruses are eliminated only in combination with particles larger than 0.2 microns, and the manual's performance statement covers only bacteria and protozoan cysts.

What does the Combi filter out?

The 0.2 micron silver-ion ceramic cartridge blocks bacteria, protozoa, cysts, algae, spores and sediment; the activated carbon reduces chemicals and improves taste and odor.

How do I clean the Combi's ceramic cartridge?

The product description says the ceramic cartridge can be scrubbed many times, restoring filtration performance immediately even in the field. For the steps, see the manufacturer's user manual and the how-to video on the product page.

How heavy and how large is the Combi, and what accessories come with it?

About 580 g, with a barrel diameter of about 6 cm and a length of about 27 cm. The package includes the filter body, prefilter, bottle adapter, faucet adapter kit and storage bag.

What should I watch for when using the Combi on a faucet?

The manufacturer's manual says the flow at a faucet depends on water pressure: about 1 L per minute with pumping at 1 bar, and about 0.6 L per minute without pumping at 3 bar. It also warns that the faucet kit has no return pressure regulating valve, so the pressure that builds up at the filter may exceed what your other installations allow; make sure those systems are protected by an overpressure valve.

How do I know when to replace the Combi's ceramic element, and is it still safe after a drop or freezing?

Use the supplied measuring gauge: when the gap of the gauge fits over the ceramic, it is time to replace it. Inspect the ceramic for cracks after every cleaning, if you have dropped the filter, or if it was exposed to freezing temperatures; a cracked ceramic no longer protects you from microorganisms.

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KATADYN Water Purification System Portable Water Filter Combi

KATADYN Water Purification System Portable Water Filter Combi