Platypus GravityWorks Carbon Element

Platypus GravityWorks Carbon Element

Platypus

The Platypus GravityWorks Carbon Element enhances the GravityWorks filter by removing chemical tastes and odors from water, improving flavor without adding weight or complexity, ideal for backpackers seeking better-tasting hydration on the trail.

Key facts

  • Price: £18.00
  • Weight: 30g
  • Type: Portable Water Filters & Purifiers
  • Meal type: equipment
  • No cook

Best for

  • Improving water taste after microfiltration
  • Backpackers using GravityWorks filter systems
  • Lightweight hydration setups
  • Day hikes and quick trail breaks

Things to know

  • Fits inline after GravityWorks hollow fiber filter
  • Removes chemical tastes, odors, and organic compounds
  • Ultralight at just 30g (1.16 oz)
  • Cartridge life of approximately 300 liters
  • Made from durable ABS material in the USA

Avoid if

  • Does not filter bacteria, protozoa, viruses, or particulates
  • Not field cleanable, requiring replacement after use
  • Only compatible with Platypus GravityWorks systems

How it fits into a trip

Improves water taste on backpacking trips using GravityWorks filters, ideal for hikers prioritizing lightweight, better-flavored hydration without extra filtration.

About this product

Maximize your taste-free water experience with the Platypus GravityWorks Carbon Element .

It easily splices in after the GravityWorks hollow fibre microfilter, helping to remove flavours, odours, and many organic compounds from filtered water for the best taste possible.

Specifications: Weight: 0.03 kg / 1.16 oz Width: 1.25 in / 3.2 cm Length: 2.25 in / 5.7 cm Effective against bacteria: No Effective against chemicals/toxins: Yes Effective against particulate: No Effective against protozoa: No Effective against viruses: No Cartridge life: ~ 300 litres Field cleanable: No Material(s): ABS Country of Origin: Made in U.S.A. of U.S. and Imported Materials View our full Platypus collection here Base Camp Food are an official UK retailer for Platypus.

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