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STERIPEN CLASSIC 3
TEST SERIES BY FRANCES PENN
IR
September 25, 2014
TESTER INFORMATION
NAME: Frances Penn
EMAIL: oldhikergirl AT yahoo DOT com
AGE: 58
LOCATION: Santa Ana, California USA
GENDER: F
HEIGHT: 5' 9" (1.75 m)
WEIGHT: 130 lb (59.00 kg)
I have been backpacking for eight years mostly on long weekends in Southern California with two or more 5-day trips per year in the Sierras. My total daypack weight, including food and water, is usually 15 lb (7 kg) and my total backpack weight, including food and water, is usually 22-26 lb (10-12 kg) depending on the need for a bear canister. I have converted to a tarp and bivy sleep system instead of a tent to keep my pack weight down. I have experienced all night rain, hail, heavy winds, camping in snow once, but mostly fair weather.
INITIAL REPORT
PRODUCT INFORMATION & SPECIFICATIONS
Manufacturer: Hydro-Photon, Inc.
Year of Manufacture: 2014
Manufacturer's Website: <<HYPERLINK GOES HERE - "http://www.steripen.com/classic3/" LINK TEXT = "http://www.steripen.com/classic3/">>
MSRP: US $69.95
Listed Weight: 2.9 oz (82 g)
Measured Weight:
SteriPEN with Cap, carry case and batteries installed: 7.2 oz (204 g)
SteriPEN with Cap, carry case, Pre-Filter (both parts) and batteries installed: 9.7 oz (275 g)
Dimensions: 7.3 x 1.7 x 1.7 in (185 x 43 x 43 mm)
Lamp Life: 8,000 treatments
Battery Type: AA Alkaline or Lithium (batteries not included with purchase)
Battery Life:
Alkaline: 100 treatments (16oz./0.5L) or 50 treatments (32oz./1L),
Lithium Disposable: 200 treatments (16oz./0.5L) or 100 treatments (32oz./1L),
NiMH rehargeable: 200 treatments (16oz./0.5L) or 100 treatments (32oz./1L).
Minimum Bottle Diameter: 22 mm (0.8 in) Nalgene bottle recommended
Treatment Times: One half liter of water is purified in 48 seconds; One full liter of water is purified in 90 seconds.
The package includes the SteriPEN Classic 3 water purifier, Pre-Filter with Nalgene bottle adapter, Filter Cartridge, carrying case with belt loop, and user's guide.
<<IMAGE GOES HERE. ALT TEXT = "IMAGE 1" IMAGE CAPTION = "courtesy website">>
The original SteriPEN handheld UV water purifier has been improved for this Classic 3 version that includes a Pre-Filter to remove particles from the water prior to activating the SteriPEN. The Classic 3's UV light destroys over 99.9% of waterborne microorganisms that cause illness. The Classic 3 is the first version of the SteriPEN that can operate with one set of 4 AA alkaline batteries that were not included in the package. It can also be powered by alkaline, lithium, or NiMH rechargeable batteries which the manufacturer recommends for longer battery life.
<<IMAGE GOES HERE. ALT TEXT = "IMAGE 2" IMAGE CAPTION = "package contents">>
INITIAL IMPRESSIONS
The Classic 3's enhanced LED indicator panel shows the treatment size and status of batteries and UV lamp. The Classic 3 is ergonomic with an easy-to-remove twist-off lamp cover. To use the Classic 3, remove the lamp cover, press the activation button, submerge in clear water and stir. When the water sensor pins detect water, the lamp will illuminate. When treatment is complete and successful, the lamp will turn off and green LED indicators will flash when water is safe to drink.
The 40Ã40 micron screen Pre-Filter fits perfectly on wide-mouth one liter water bottles and removes particulates that can get in the way of UV light in water. The Pre-Filter is designed to be stored directly on a wide mouth bottle and the SteriPEN Classic 3 fits perfectly in the filter. Insert Classic 3 in the filter opening, turn the bottle upside down, and gently rock to circulate light throughout the bottle. It is important that the blue soft plastic portion of the Classic 3 fit snugly in the water bottle when turning it upside down to prevent leakage. The tapered end of the Classic 3 also fits snugly in some plastic water bottles. The Pre-Filter can be left on the Nalgene bottle for the entire trip. The little tube portion of the Pre-Filter must be stored elsewhere during the trip.
<<IMAGE GOES HERE. ALT TEXT = "IMAGE 3" IMAGE CAPTION = "Pre-Filter & Cartridge on Nalgene bottle">> <<IMAGE GOES HERE. ALT TEXT = "IMAGE 4" IMAGE CAPTION = "SteriPEN inserted in Pre-Filter">>
The mouthpiece on the Pre-filter is not meant to be used as a mouthpiece to drink the treated water out of the Nalgene bottle. The tube portion of the Pre-filter contains mesh to keep debris out of the water bottle during the filling process.
The manufacturer provides a three year limited warranty.
READING THE INSTRUCTIONS
The instructions indicate to treat water in one-half or one liter batches. The instructions also do not recommend using alkaline batteries because of their short lifespan.
With a lamp life of up to 8,000 liters, the manufacturer indicates the Classic 3 should purify drinking water for over 7 years.
To use, remove the lamp cover, press the activation button once for a half-liter and twice for a full liter treatment. The LEDs will flash green to indicate the unit is ready. Install the Pre-Filter base on top of the Nalgene bottle and install the Pre-Filter cartridge. Submerge the bottle in the water source until bottle is full. Once the bottle is full, remove the Pre-Filter cartridge, press the activation button once for a half liter and twice for a full liter. Insert the SteriPEN in the Pre-Filter base opening until the sensor pins touch the water or turn the water bottle upside down. When the pins detect water, the lamp will illuminate. Stir or agitate the water by rocking the bottle for uniform purification. Once the process is completed, 2 green LEDs will illuminate for one liter of water or 1 green LED will illuminate for 1/2 liter of water.
<<IMAGE GOES HERE. ALT TEXT = "IMAGE 5" IMAGE CAPTION = "close-up of activation pins-courtesy website">>
If red LEDs illuminate, that indicates low batteries, less than 100 uses left on that set of batteries, the water sensors were not submerged in water, time to replace or recharge the batteries, water was not detected, or time to replace the LED lamp depending on the pattern of LEDs illuminated.
<<IMAGE GOES HERE. ALT TEXT = "IMAGE 6" IMAGE CAPTION = "activation switch-courtesy website">>
CARE AND CLEANING
The battery compartment is not waterproof so it is not recommended to submerge the entire pen. The batteries may be affected by temperatures above 120 F (49 C) and below -4 F (-20 C). To clean the SteriPEN, wash with a soft cloth and mild soap solution, rinse soap from device and dry with a clean soft cloth. If the bulb is cracked, chipped or damaged, return it to the manufacturer for repair.
TRYING IT OUT
To give it a try, I installed the Pre-Filter base on my Nalgene bottle, inserted the Pre-Filter cartridge, and submerged the entire bottle with both Pre-Filter parts in a sink of water. Once full, I removed the Pre-Filter cartridge, pressed the activation button twice for a full liter treatment, inserted the SteriPEN into the Pre-Filter base opening and inverted the bottle. The lamp illuminated within two seconds. I rocked the bottle back and forth in a circular motion to agitate the water. Within 90 seconds, the two green LEDs illuminated to indicate the process was completed.
SUMMARY
The Classic 3 is a compact, lightweight, easy to use tool to obtain drinking water in the backcountry. I can't wait to get it out in the wilderness for the field test.
Check back in two months for my Field Report. Many thanks for SteriPEN and BackpackGearTest.org for this testing opportunity.
This report was created with the BGT Report Generator.
Copyright 2014. All rights reserved.
STERIPEN CLASSIC 3
TEST SERIES BY FRANCES PENN
IR
September 25, 2014
TESTER INFORMATION
NAME: Frances Penn
EMAIL: oldhikergirl AT yahoo DOT com
AGE: 58
LOCATION: Santa Ana, California USA
GENDER: F
HEIGHT: 5' 9" (1.75 m)
WEIGHT: 130 lb (59.00 kg)
I have been backpacking for eight years mostly on long weekends in Southern California with two or more 5-day trips per year in the Sierras. My total daypack weight, including food and water, is usually 15 lb (7 kg) and my total backpack weight, including food and water, is usually 22-26 lb (10-12 kg) depending on the need for a bear canister. I have converted to a tarp and bivy sleep system instead of a tent to keep my pack weight down. I have experienced all night rain, hail, heavy winds, camping in snow once, but mostly fair weather.
INITIAL REPORT
PRODUCT INFORMATION & SPECIFICATIONS
Manufacturer: Hydro-Photon, Inc.
Year of Manufacture: 2014
Manufacturer's Website: <<HYPERLINK GOES HERE - "http://www.steripen.com/classic3/" LINK TEXT = "http://www.steripen.com/classic3/">>
MSRP: US $69.95
Listed Weight: 2.9 oz (82 g)
Measured Weight:
SteriPEN with Cap, carry case and batteries installed: 7.2 oz (204 g)
SteriPEN with Cap, carry case, Pre-Filter (both parts) and batteries installed: 9.7 oz (275 g)
Dimensions: 7.3 x 1.7 x 1.7 in (185 x 43 x 43 mm)
Lamp Life: 8,000 treatments
Battery Type: AA Alkaline or Lithium (batteries not included with purchase)
Battery Life:
Alkaline: 100 treatments (16oz./0.5L) or 50 treatments (32oz./1L),
Lithium Disposable: 200 treatments (16oz./0.5L) or 100 treatments (32oz./1L),
NiMH rehargeable: 200 treatments (16oz./0.5L) or 100 treatments (32oz./1L).
Minimum Bottle Diameter: 22 mm (0.8 in) Nalgene bottle recommended
Treatment Times: One half liter of water is purified in 48 seconds; One full liter of water is purified in 90 seconds.
The package includes the SteriPEN Classic 3 water purifier, Pre-Filter with Nalgene bottle adapter, Filter Cartridge, carrying case with belt loop, and user's guide.
<<IMAGE GOES HERE. ALT TEXT = "IMAGE 1" IMAGE CAPTION = "courtesy website">>
The original SteriPEN handheld UV water purifier has been improved for this Classic 3 version that includes a Pre-Filter to remove particles from the water prior to activating the SteriPEN. The Classic 3's UV light destroys over 99.9% of waterborne microorganisms that cause illness. The Classic 3 is the first version of the SteriPEN that can operate with one set of 4 AA alkaline batteries that were not included in the package. It can also be powered by alkaline, lithium, or NiMH rechargeable batteries which the manufacturer recommends for longer battery life.
<<IMAGE GOES HERE. ALT TEXT = "IMAGE 2" IMAGE CAPTION = "package contents">>
INITIAL IMPRESSIONS
The Classic 3's enhanced LED indicator panel shows the treatment size and status of batteries and UV lamp. The Classic 3 is ergonomic with an easy-to-remove twist-off lamp cover. To use the Classic 3, remove the lamp cover, press the activation button, submerge in clear water and stir. When the water sensor pins detect water, the lamp will illuminate. When treatment is complete and successful, the lamp will turn off and green LED indicators will flash when water is safe to drink.
The 40Ã40 micron screen Pre-Filter fits perfectly on wide-mouth one liter water bottles and removes particulates that can get in the way of UV light in water. The Pre-Filter is designed to be stored directly on a wide mouth bottle and the SteriPEN Classic 3 fits perfectly in the filter. Insert Classic 3 in the filter opening, turn the bottle upside down, and gently rock to circulate light throughout the bottle. It is important that the blue soft plastic portion of the Classic 3 fit snugly in the water bottle when turning it upside down to prevent leakage. The tapered end of the Classic 3 also fits snugly in some plastic water bottles. The Pre-Filter can be left on the Nalgene bottle for the entire trip. The little tube portion of the Pre-Filter must be stored elsewhere during the trip.
<<IMAGE GOES HERE. ALT TEXT = "IMAGE 3" IMAGE CAPTION = "Pre-Filter & Cartridge on Nalgene bottle">> <<IMAGE GOES HERE. ALT TEXT = "IMAGE 4" IMAGE CAPTION = "SteriPEN inserted in Pre-Filter">>
The mouthpiece on the Pre-filter is not meant to be used as a mouthpiece to drink the treated water out of the Nalgene bottle. The tube portion of the Pre-filter contains mesh to keep debris out of the water bottle during the filling process.
The manufacturer provides a three year limited warranty.
READING THE INSTRUCTIONS
The instructions indicate to treat water in one-half or one liter batches. The instructions also do not recommend using alkaline batteries because of their short lifespan.
With a lamp life of up to 8,000 liters, the manufacturer indicates the Classic 3 should purify drinking water for over 7 years.
To use, remove the lamp cover, press the activation button once for a half-liter and twice for a full liter treatment. The LEDs will flash green to indicate the unit is ready. Install the Pre-Filter base on top of the Nalgene bottle and install the Pre-Filter cartridge. Submerge the bottle in the water source until bottle is full. Once the bottle is full, remove the Pre-Filter cartridge, press the activation button once for a half liter and twice for a full liter. Insert the SteriPEN in the Pre-Filter base opening until the sensor pins touch the water or turn the water bottle upside down. When the pins detect water, the lamp will illuminate. Stir or agitate the water by rocking the bottle for uniform purification. Once the process is completed, 2 green LEDs will illuminate for one liter of water or 1 green LED will illuminate for 1/2 liter of water.
<<IMAGE GOES HERE. ALT TEXT = "IMAGE 5" IMAGE CAPTION = "close-up of activation pins-courtesy website">>
If red LEDs illuminate, that indicates low batteries, less than 100 uses left on that set of batteries, the water sensors were not submerged in water, time to replace or recharge the batteries, water was not detected, or time to replace the LED lamp depending on the pattern of LEDs illuminated.
<<IMAGE GOES HERE. ALT TEXT = "IMAGE 6" IMAGE CAPTION = "activation switch-courtesy website">>
CARE AND CLEANING
The battery compartment is not waterproof so it is not recommended to submerge the entire pen. The batteries may be affected by temperatures above 120 F (49 C) and below -4 F (-20 C). To clean the SteriPEN, wash with a soft cloth and mild soap solution, rinse soap from device and dry with a clean soft cloth. If the bulb is cracked, chipped or damaged, return it to the manufacturer for repair.
TRYING IT OUT
To give it a try, I installed the Pre-Filter base on my Nalgene bottle, inserted the Pre-Filter cartridge, and submerged the entire bottle with both Pre-Filter parts in a sink of water. Once full, I removed the Pre-Filter cartridge, pressed the activation button twice for a full liter treatment, inserted the SteriPEN into the Pre-Filter base opening and inverted the bottle. The lamp illuminated within two seconds. I rocked the bottle back and forth in a circular motion to agitate the water. Within 90 seconds, the two green LEDs illuminated to indicate the process was completed.
SUMMARY
The Classic 3 is a compact, lightweight, easy to use tool to obtain drinking water in the backcountry. I can't wait to get it out in the wilderness for the field test.
Check back in two months for my Field Report. Many thanks for SteriPEN and BackpackGearTest.org for this testing opportunity.
This report was created with the BGT Report Generator.
Copyright 2014. All rights reserved.