KATADYN BeFree AC | 0.5 L Rock Blue
2 liters per minute
0.5L collapsible water filter flask, convenient for storage in side pockets, running vests, or travel bags. A 0.1-micron hollow fiber membrane handles filtration, while a replaceable activated carbon filter improves taste and reduces chlorine odor. The manufacturer-rated maximum flow rate is 2 L/min; however, the activated carbon will restrict flow, with actual performance varying based on water quality and filter condition.
-
路上怎麼補水?
依行程確認水源與攜水量;遇到適合的淡水水源,再取水過濾。
-
喝起來有氯味?
活性碳用來改善味道與降低氯味,適合在意飲水口感的人。
-
攜帶方便嗎?
軟式水袋可折疊,喝完收小;登山包與旅行背包都方便安排位置。
-
放進防災包就夠了?
濾水器仍需要合適的水源。防災包先備妥飲用水,再把它當作補充工具。
Plan your water sources and reserves first, then decide how to replenish them.
For this rock blue, let's look at the four specifications first.
- 水袋容量
- 0.5L
- 原廠標示重量
- 72g
- 中空纖維孔徑
- 0.1微米
- 原廠標示最高流速
- 2L/min
Specifications are based on the manufacturer's data for KATADYN 8021401 Rock Blue 0.5 L. 2 L/min is the maximum flow rate; activated carbon will restrict flow, and actual performance depends on water quality and filter condition. This product does not remove viruses and is for use with freshwater only.
Before a hiking trip,
plan how you will stay hydrated.
To get started, remember these three steps
The following is an operation summary; please continue to refer to the original manufacturer's manual for initial use, cleaning, and storage.
01
首次使用先沖洗
首次使用須先過濾並倒掉總計 1 L 水;0.5 L 水袋可分兩次完成。打開活性碳座或重新裝入活性碳後,也須依原廠說明沖洗並倒掉 1 L 水。
02
選水源,再裝水
選擇可取得的較佳清澈淡水,避開滯水及人畜密集活動水域。取水時,讓吸嘴與出水端保持乾淨。
03
旋緊,輕擠補水
裝妥濾芯、旋緊瓶蓋,打開翻蓋後輕擠飲用。需要清潔濾膜時依原廠方式搖晃或在水中擺動,不用水柱直沖。
自動播放未啟動,可使用播放器控制。
Easy to carry and convenient to take care of.
-
喝完收小
TPU 軟式水袋可折疊
-
活性碳可換
依用量與使用時間更換
-
搖晃清潔
EZ-Clean 濾膜保養方式
-
翻蓋保護
收起吸嘴,減少外部髒污接觸
-
42 mm 瓶口
配件須確認螺紋與相容性
-
HydraPak 水袋
原廠標示不含 BPA、PVC
What are the respective functions of the membrane filter and the activated carbon?
| Item | EZ-Clean Hollow Fiber | Replaceable activated carbon |
|---|---|---|
| 主要作用 | 過濾細菌、原生動物與微塑膠 | 改善味道、降低異味與氯 |
| 原廠標示容量 | 最高 1,000 L,依水質而異 | 最高 200 L,依水質而異 |
| 保養與更換 | 依說明書清潔、檢查完整性;損壞時更換 | 使用滿 200 L 或首次使用後 3 個月,先到者為準 |
| 可否取下使用 | 過濾時必須裝妥且保持完整 | 可依需求不裝;味道改善作用也隨之減少 |
Adding activated carbon does not mean it can handle all chemical contamination; this product also does not remove viruses.
Specifications and Replacement Cycles
The following is compiled according to the KATADYN 8021401 Rock Blue specification sheet and the BeFree AC user manual.
BeFree AC 0.5 L Slate Blue
| Manufacturer Model | 8021401 |
|---|---|
| Capacity | 0.5 L |
| Weight | 72 g |
| Filter | 0.1 micron EZ-Clean hollow fiber |
| Max Flow Rate | 2 L/min; activated carbon limits flow rate |
| Filter Capacity | Up to 1,000 L, depending on water quality |
| Activated Carbon Capacity | Up to 200 L, depending on water quality |
| Activated Carbon Replacement | 200 L or 3 months after first use, whichever comes first |
| Flask | HydraPak TPU SoftFlask, collapsible |
| Thread | 42 mm |
| Material | BPA & PVC free |
Flow rate and processing capacity are not fixed guaranteed values; they are subject to raw water quality, usage, and maintenance practices.
Mountain trails, daily life, travel, and emergency kits
把取水點納入行程
出發前先查水源,安排攜水量與備用水。走到合適的淡水取水點,再用 BeFree AC 補水。
- 優先選擇較佳的清澈淡水,外觀清澈仍不等於無風險。
- 避免讓濾芯凍結;懷疑損壞時停止使用。
裝水出門,喝完收小
在已有安全供水的日常環境,裝上活性碳改善味道、降低氯味。軟式水袋喝完後能折疊收納。
- 活性碳以用量與首次使用日期管理。
- 吸嘴與出水端保持清潔,依說明書清潔與儲存。
行程變了,水源仍要確認
旅行途中可從可靠供水點裝水,依需求改善口感。當地水源狀況不明時,優先改用可靠飲用水。
- 本產品不去除病毒;有病毒風險時,另需依規範進行消毒處理。
- 不可用於海水、半鹹水,也不要拿來處理疑似化學污染水。
備妥飲用水,再加一件工具
BeFree AC 可作為防災包裡的隨身濾水工具,但需要能取得合適的淡水。儲水、取水與必要的消毒方式,要一起規劃。
- 不能取代事先準備的飲用水。
- 遇到洪水、疑似化學污染或不明污染水源,優先尋找可靠供水。
- 定期檢查濾芯、水袋與活性碳更換日期。
Before deciding, please confirm the terms of use.
Suitable for this kind of use
- Hiking and trekking, with planned and suitable freshwater sources along the route.
- For daily use and travel, I want to use a collapsible water bottle to stay hydrated and improve the taste of chlorine.
- I already have drinking water planned for my emergency kit and would like to add a portable water filter.
Travel light and stay hydrated.
KATADYN BeFree 0.5L Rock Blue, making personal hydration gear easier to carry on the go.
回到商品選項濾芯、瓶身與使用細節
從濾芯結構、瓶蓋到中空纖維濾膜,看看 BeFree AC 0.5 L 岩石藍的組成。


0.1 微米中空纖維與活性碳
中空纖維濾膜用於降低淡水中的細菌、原生動物與微塑膠;可更換活性碳改善口感、降低異味與氯味。活性碳無法全面處理化學污染,本產品也不去除病毒。


濾芯清潔與隨身攜帶
水流變慢時,依說明書將濾膜連同水袋搖晃,或讓濾膜在淡水中擺動。避免水柱直沖中空纖維,也不要用手指或工具觸碰。0.5 L HydraPak TPU 軟式水袋可折疊;原廠標示整組重量 72 g。


日常、旅行與戶外補水
適合個人隨身攜帶,外出前仍要規劃飲用水與可用淡水水源。遇到病毒、洪水或疑似化學污染風險時,不能只靠這款濾水器判斷水可以飲用。

使用後保養
使用後依原廠說明清潔、消毒與乾燥保存。濾膜不可凍結;首次使用先累計過濾並倒掉 1 L 水,0.5 L 水袋可分兩次完成。打開活性碳座或重新裝入活性碳後,也須重新沖洗並倒掉 1 L。

濾膜注意事項
不要在水龍頭下直接沖洗中空纖維,也不要用手指或工具碰觸濾絲。若濾芯凍結、破損或完整性有疑慮,停止使用並依原廠指示處理。

原廠型號 8021401|容量 0.5 L|重量 72 g|最高流速 2 L/min|中空纖維濾膜最高 1,000 L、活性碳最高 200 L,均依水質而異。
FAQ
What can the BeFree AC 0.5L Slate Blue filter out?
The manufacturer lists the 0.1 micron hollow fiber stage as effective against bacteria, protozoa and microplastics; the activated carbon improves taste and reduces odor and chlorine. It does not remove viruses, and it is not a seawater desalination device.
Can the activated carbon in the BeFree AC 0.5L Slate Blue handle pesticides or heavy metals?
Not recommended for water that may be chemically contaminated. The manufacturer only says the activated carbon improves taste and reduces odor and chlorine, so removal of pesticides or heavy metals cannot be assumed; use a reliable drinking water source instead.
Will the BeFree AC 0.5L Slate Blue always deliver 2 L per minute?
No. 2 L/min is the manufacturer's maximum flow rate; actual flow depends on water quality and the condition of the cartridge, and the dedicated manual notes that the activated carbon limits the flow.
Do I replace both cartridges of the BeFree AC 0.5L Slate Blue at the same time?
No, they are counted separately. The hollow fiber membrane is rated at up to 1,000 L depending on water quality and condition; the activated carbon is replaced after 200 L or 3 months after first use, whichever comes first. If the membrane is damaged, stop using it even before it reaches its rated volume.
Can I use the BeFree AC 0.5L Slate Blue without the activated carbon?
Yes. The manufacturer's design allows leaving out the activated carbon; the EZ-Clean membrane must still be installed correctly and kept intact. Without the carbon you lose its taste improvement and chlorine reduction.
Can I clean the BeFree AC 0.5L Slate Blue membrane directly in a stream?
Fill the flask with water, reattach the cartridge and shake it vigorously, or hold the cartridge and swish it in water; untreated source water can be used. The outlet (mouthpiece) must not touch untreated water; keep it clean afterward. Hold the flask end lightly while swishing; do not squeeze the filter itself. Do not blast it with running water or touch or squeeze the hollow fibers with tools or fingers. For the full procedure, follow the manufacturer's manual.
Do I still need drinking water in my emergency kit with the BeFree AC 0.5L Slate Blue?
Yes. A filter does not make water and cannot handle every contaminant; prepare drinking water and a water plan first, and treat the filter as a supplement when a suitable fresh water source is available.
Where can I check the manufacturer's specifications and care instructions for the BeFree AC 0.5L Slate Blue?
The Slate Blue model is 8021401. The fact sheet lists capacity, weight and cartridge data; for use, integrity checks and storage, see the manufacturer's BeFree AC manual.




















