MSR's most versatile and comprehensive water treatment system.

Get the added viral protection that’s critical in popular wilderness areas and developing countries with this comprehensive purifier and microfilter system. The MiniWorks^® Microfilter—our best-selling filter for demanding conditions—utilizes a ceramic/carbon element to filter out waterborne bacteria and protozoa, as well as particulate, taste and odors at 1 liter per minute. When viruses are a concern, the chlorine-based Aquatabs^® purification tablets add viral defense. Together they provide the most reliable water possible in a compact, lightweight system that’s great for backpacking and international travel.

Features

Effective Against: Viruses (99.99%), bacteria (99.9999%), protozoa (99.9%) and particulate. Meets U.S. EPA drinking water standards* and NSF protocol P231 testing standard.
Iodine-Free: Aquatabs tablets inactivate viruses without bad-tasting iodine. Includes 50 individually packaged tablets. Each tablet treats up to 2 quarts of water depending on conditions.
Reliable: Filter’s durable ceramic/carbon element ensures safe, taste-free water—even with frequent, heavy use.
Field-maintainable: Filter can be cleaned repeatedly for full flow recovery with no tools required.

*U.S. EPA Guide Standard and Protocol for Testing Microbiological Purifiers

Tech Specs

SKU	56431
Weight (Standard)	1 lb
Weight (Metric)	0.46 kg
Width (Standard)	2.75 in
Width (Metric)	7 cm
Length (Standard)	7.5 in
Height (Standard)	5.5 in
Effective against bacteria	Yes
Effective against chemicals/toxins	Yes
Effective against particulate	Yes
Effective against protozoa	Yes
Effective against viruses	Yes
Filter media	Ceramic Plus Carbon
Filter pore size (microns)	0.2
Flow (L/min)	1 liter per min
Flow (strokes per liter)	85
Cartridge life	2000 liters
Field cleanable	Yes
Field maintainable	Yes
Water Bottle Adapter	Yes
Cartridge replacement indicator	Yes
Material(s)	Ceramic
Country of Origin	Made in the U.S.A. of U.S. and Imported Materials