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Field Navigation & Hydration 3-season

Current Squeeze Filter System — Hollow-Fiber

CRN-NAV-011 · In stock $29

The Cairn Field Current Squeeze Filter provides rapid, reliable hydration crucial for fast-and-light pursuits and emergency readiness. Engineered with a 0.1-micron hollow-fiber membrane, this filter system removes harmful bacteria and protozoa, meeting stringent EPA standards. It boasts an impressive throughput of 2 liters per minute and an exceptional cartridge life rated for 378,500 liters, ensuring long-term utility across countless outings. Weighing a mere 57 grams, its minimalist design includes a 1L TPU squeeze pouch and threads directly onto standard 28mm water bottles, offering versatile deployment as a squeeze filter, inline with a hydration bladder, or as a gravity system. Ideal for day hiking, trail running, or ultralight backpacking, this robust filter delivers clean water wherever your journey takes you. Simply collect water in the included pouch or a compatible bottle and squeeze for immediate access to safe drinking water.

Built for day hikingtrail runningultralight backpackingemergency preparedness

Technical

Weight57 g
Throughput L/min 2
Pore Size Um 0.1
Cartridge Life L 378,500
Meets Epa true
Filter Type hollow-fiber squeeze