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Hydro-Photon SteriPEN Ultraviolet Water Purifier

Item #: 69478

Our Price: $69.95

Regular Price: $150.00

SAVINGS: $80.05 (54%)

Safe drinking water anywhere- SteriPEN™ is the only portable batch water purifier that uses Ultraviolet (UV) light to destroy waterborne microbes. Whether your source is a clear running brook or a hotel tap, SteriPEN™ eliminates viruses, bacteria, and protozoa- including Giardia and Cryptosporidium- in seconds.
  • SteriPEN™ is intended for use in clear water. SteriPEN™ purifies 16 oz. of water in less than a minute and 32 oz. of water in a minute and a half.
  • Fast, automatic UV dose delivery scrambles the DNA of bacteria, viruses, and parasitic protozoa.
  • Kills 99.9999% of bacteria such as salmonella and E. coli.
  • Eliminates over 99.99% of viruses such as hepatitis and poliovirus.
  • Meets the U.S. EPA protocol for Microbiological Water Purifiers.
  • On-board microcomputer controls lamp activation, dose delivery, and water sensor.
  • Maintenance free- battery operated, no pumping or cleaning required.
  • 8,000 dose lamp yields up to 8,000 liters.
  • Automatic dosage counter indicates when lamp replacement is necessary.
  • Versatile- fits most containers- cups, mugs, water bottles and canteens.
  • Water-resistant O-ring gasket seals battery access cap.
  • Operates on 4 disposable or externally rechargeable AA batteries (not included).
  • When clear water is not available, use SteriPEN™ Water Bottle Pre-Filter (SKU # 69479) until water is clear, then treat with SteriPEN™.
  • Not recommended for cold weather use.
  • Instructions and carry case included.
  • Size: 7.6" x 1.5" x 1.5".
  • Weight: 6.5 - 8 oz. depending on battery type.
  • Conforms to UL standard UL 61010B-1.

REVIEW SNAPSHOT®

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Hydro-Photon SteriPEN Ultraviolet Water Purifier
 
3.6

(based on 9 reviews)

75%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

  • Lightweight (6)
  • Easy to clean (5)
  • Maintenance (5)

Cons

    Best Uses

    • Backpacking (7)
    • Day trip (4)
    • Hiking (4)
      • Reviewer Profile:
      • Avid adventurer (5), Casual/ recreational (4)
      • Was this a gift?:
      • No (7)

    REVIEWS

    Reviewed by 9 customers

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    (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

     
    5.0

    The wave of the future

    By Wozzo the Wonder Dog

    from Murray, KY

    About Me Casual/ Recreational

    See all my reviews

    Verified Buyer

    Pros

    • Can see it working
    • Looks cool
    • No aftertaste

    Cons

    • Need backup just in case

    Best Uses

    • Backpacking
    • International Travel

    Comments about Hydro-Photon SteriPEN Ultraviolet Water Purifier:

    Got it to teach Public Health merit badge. Good for backpacking, wilderness survival, emerg. prep. merit badges as well. Even has 2 patents for Inventing merit badge.

    • Was this a gift?:
    • No

    Comment on this review

    (2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

     
    4.0

    so far so good

    By ty

    from grand forks, nd

    About Me Avid Adventurer

    See all my reviews

    Verified Buyer

    Pros

    • Good filtration
    • Lightweight
    • Low maintenance

    Cons

      Best Uses

      • Day trip
      • Istanbul drank tap water

      Comments about Hydro-Photon SteriPEN Ultraviolet Water Purifier:

      easy to bring fast process

      • Was this a gift?:
      • Yes

      Comment on this review

      (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

       
      2.0

      Just buy a filter

      By Axleguru

      from Seattle, Wa

      About Me Avid Adventurer

      Verified Buyer

      Pros

      • Easy to clean
      • Faster Than Tablets
      • Small

      Cons

      • Battery Life Short
      • Does Not Filter
      • Slower Than Filtering

      Best Uses

      • Traveling Overseas

      Comments about Hydro-Photon SteriPEN Ultraviolet Water Purifier:

      We got this for a trip to Costa Rica and ended up using the filter almost exclusively. I have taken it backpacking and for the weight and the short battery life creating the need to carry extras, i suggest a filter.

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      • No

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      (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

       
      4.0

      Larger than expected

      By Overnighter

      from Adirondacks, NY

      About Me Casual/ Recreational

      Pros

      • Easy to clean
      • Lightweight
      • Low maintenance

      Cons

      • Bulky

      Best Uses

      • Backpacking

      Comments about Hydro-Photon SteriPEN Ultraviolet Water Purifier:

      I bought this model because it was less expensive than the Journey and used AA batteries which I have standardized for devices in my pack (GPS & Lantern).
      When I first tested it at home on some tap water it failed to function, took the batteries out and put them back in and it worked from then on. The unit is less compact than the Journey and that's my biggest complaint, but it does use AA batteries so it meets my needs

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      • No

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      (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

       
      4.0

      Worked well for a weekend backpacking

      By Jeff

      from Sandy Ridge, Pa

      About Me Casual/ Recreational

      Verified Buyer

      Pros

      • Easy to clean
      • Lightweight
      • Low maintenance

      Cons

        Best Uses

        • Backpacking
        • Hiking

        Comments about Hydro-Photon SteriPEN Ultraviolet Water Purifier:

        Purifer must be used with clear water.

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        • No

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        (1 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

         
        2.0

        Tech-y, but unreliable

        By Copper Mama

        from Interior, AK

        About Me Avid Adventurer

        Verified Reviewer

        Pros

        • Good filtration

        Cons

        • Battery hog
        • Hard to pump
        • Not environmentally sound
        • Unreliable

        Best Uses

        • Backpacking
        • Emergency water supply

        Comments about Hydro-Photon SteriPEN Ultraviolet Water Purifier:

        Bought for lightweight backpacking, to replace standard pump filter. Tested it at home w/ recommended lithium batteries, but on first use on trail, it wouldn't turn on. Had to use alkaline batteries (all we had extras of), and it worked; the lithiums worked fine in other devices we had on trail. It's difficult to use with soft-plastic water bladders and large metal water bottles w/ smaller mouths. Not sure how UV affects use-life of water bladders either (UV wrecks your tent fabric and other plastics). It's supposed to be lightweight, but when packing the extra (take at least two full replacement sets) batteries (which cause considerable environmental damage to make), you're better off with the old reliable mechanical pump that doesn't go in the landfill when the lamp burns out. Nice idea, not worth the hassle or money.

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        • No

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        (2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

         
        2.0

        Steri-Pen

        By Chuck

        from Seattle

        About Me Casual/ Recreational

        Verified Buyer

        Pros

        • Didn't get sick
        • Easy to clean
        • Lightweight
        • Very easy when it worked

        Cons

        • Worked eratically

        Best Uses

        • Backpacking
        • Car Camping
        • Day trip
        • Hiking

        Comments about Hydro-Photon SteriPEN Ultraviolet Water Purifier:

        I used the Steri-pen to sterilize lake water.. for some reason the unit would not work at times...no error message very frustrating luckily we had a couple of others to borrow or could have been a real issue

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        • No

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        (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

         
        4.0

        I would recommend this product to friend

        By beerpacker

        from Leesburg Fla.

        About Me Avid Adventurer

        Verified Buyer

        Pros

        • Easy to clean
        • Lightweight
        • Low maintenance
        • Super convenient

        Cons

          Best Uses

          • Backpacking
          • Day trip
          • Hiking

          Comments about Hydro-Photon SteriPEN Ultraviolet Water Purifier:

          Easy/convenient

          • Was this a gift?:
          • Yes

          Comment on this review

          (3 of 3 customers found this review helpful)

           
          5.0

          Lightweight and Effective

          By Dave

          from North Conway, NH

          About Me Avid Adventurer

          Verified Reviewer

          Pros

          • Lightweight
          • Low maintenance

          Cons

          • none

          Best Uses

          • Backpacking
          • Day trip
          • Hiking

          Comments about Hydro-Photon SteriPEN Ultraviolet Water Purifier:

          I took this on a three day trip through the NH wilderness area. It performed flawlessly and it allowed me to carry less water since I could purify water as I needed it (water is heavy). Great tool, light weight and with the adapter I purified the water right in the drinking containers.

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          • No

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          • Q:

            I have read that Lithium batteries are recommended to use with this product. Are Lithium-ion okay to use as well?
            Asked on 8/26/2011 by Anonymous

            1 answer

            • Staff Reviewer

              A:

              The information that comes with the SteriPen Ultraviolet Water Purifier does not indicate whether it can be used with Lithium-ion batteries. Please contact Steri-Pen at 207-374-5800 for further info.

              Answered on 8/30/2011 by Bob from Campmor
          • Q:

            Does it kill parasites?
            Asked on 7/11/2011 by Anonymous

            1 answer

            • Staff Reviewer

              A:

              The SteriPen Ultraviolet Water Purifier will kill parasites.

              Answered on 7/15/2011 by Anonymous
          • Q:

            I am interested in using this product to sterilize a salt-water brine I use for cheesemaking. Do you know if this product will stand up to salt?
            Asked on 3/18/2011 by Bill

            1 answer

            • CUSTOMER CARE

              A:

              No, the Steri-Pen Untraviolet Water Purifier is not designed for salt-water purification.

              Answered on 3/19/2011 by Bob from Campmor
          • Q:

            How do I know if I need to replace the lamp? Do I have to keep count to 8000 liters?
            Asked on 10/15/2010 by JD

            2 answers

            • CUSTOMER CARE

              A:

              Hydro-Photon SteriPEN Ultraviolet Water Purifier emits visible light. So when the lamp burns out or the batteries wear out there will not be any light.

              Answered on 10/19/2010 by Steve from Campmor
            • VERIFIED BUYER

              A:

              No

              Answered on 10/27/2010 by beerpacker from Leesburg Fla.
          • Q:

            The question about cold weather use was not answered adequately.
            The features section states:
            "Not recommended for cold weather use."
            Below what temperature should it not be used and why?
            Asked on 9/21/2010 by Anonymous

            1 answer

            • CUSTOMER CARE

              A:

              Unfortunately the text in our features section was incorrect. The following text was taken from the FAQ section on steripen.com...

              Can SteriPEN be used in cold weather?

              Yes. SteriPEN has been successfully used on mountains all over the world- including Kilimanjaro and Everest. If the ambient temperature is below 32 degrees F we suggest that you carry the SteriPEN in your pocket to keep warm, as battery performance may be impacted by the cold temperature.

              Answered on 9/22/2010 by Shawn from New Jersey
          • Q:

            The one review on your web site refers to an adapter used to purify the water right in the drinking containers. Do you sell this/these adapter(s) and where can I find them on your web site?
            Asked on 9/13/2010 by Anonymous

            1 answer

            • CUSTOMER CARE

              A:

              SteriPEN Fits All Filter

              Item #: 69488

              Answered on 9/16/2010 by Shawn from New Jersey
          • Q:

            Can the entire unit be submerged while it works or do you have to hold the unit above the water container, i.e., do you have to hold it by hand for 1.5 minutes to purify a 32 oz container of water?
            Asked on 9/13/2010 by Anonymous

            1 answer

            • CUSTOMER CARE

              A:

              Item is water resistant and is not intended to be submersed in water.

              Answered on 9/17/2010 by Shawn from New Jersey
          • Q:

            What does it mean that it is not recommended for cold weather- please define
            Asked on 9/9/2010 by steve from boise, idaho

            1 answer

            • CUSTOMER CARE

              A:

              Filters will freeze with water inside of them. The Steri-pen is not a filter so no water is introduced into any of it's working parts that could freeze making it good for cold weather use.

              Answered on 9/9/2010 by Steve from Campmor
          • Q:

            As the batteries loose strength can you visually tell, or is there a warning light?
            What indications are there to replace batteries?
            Asked on 9/9/2010 by Anonymous

            1 answer

            • CUSTOMER CARE

              A:

              When the power gets too low to purify a red indicator light will come on. The journey LCD model has a battery level readout.

              Answered on 9/9/2010 by Steve from Campmor
          • Q:

            Does this kill giardia?
            Asked on 9/9/2010 by Anonymous

            1 answer

            • CUSTOMER CARE

              A:

              Yes it kills giardia

              Answered on 9/9/2010 by Ari from Campmor
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