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 FIRST NEED® BASE CAMP™ PORTABLE WATER PURIFIERS

Maximum Protection - Chemical Free Purification

Maximum Purification. High flow, large capacity portable purifier removes microbiological, chemical and aesthetic contaminants with unique chemical free purification process. True to its name - used at base camps for climbing expeditions world-wide. Ideal for emergency preparedness, expeditions and family camping trips.

  • Quick, Easy & Convenient- no chemicals, hold time, double pumping required!
  • Newly Redesigned Metal Pump: ultra reliable · "Quick Disconnect" fitting for easy maintenance· double action pump - fast flow with less work · field serviceable · adaptable to gravity assist set-ups.
  • Pre-Filter:1st attack against silt and larger contaminants · unique, proprietary design · backwashable · preserves and extends life of purifier


  • Stainless Steel Container- 10 year limited warranty · quality that lasts.
  • RS-1SG "Structured Matrix™" Cartridge: no brushing or scraping required · high capacity · easy maintenance.
  • And More: long non-kink intake hose · "Pure Water" thread on spout · water resistant codura tote bag.



The Only Chemical Free Portable Water Purifier Certified to Federal (E.P.A.) Guide Standard for Microbiological "Purification" for cysts (such as Giardia, Crypto), disease bacteria and viruses!

Instant, effective "Natural Purification" through our proprietary "Structured Matrix" technology for removal of microbiological, chemical and aesthetic contaminants WITHOUT chemicals, electricity, hold time, multiple pass through or large storage tanks. Importantly leaves beneficial minerals and electrolytes in water.

First Need Base Camp Specifications*
Flow Rate per minute quarts (liters)
1/2 gpm (1.9 lpm)
Average Capacity gallons (pints)
1000 gallons (3800 liters)
Particle Retention (microns)
.1 nominal
.4 absolute
Temperature Range F° (C°)
32° - 100° (0° to 38°) - do not freeze
Pressure Vessel Height/ With Spout
5 3/8in (13.7 cm), 8 7/8in (22.6 cm)
Pressure Vessel Width / With Clamp
4 1/2in (10.5 cm), 5 in (12.7 cm)
Inflow Hose w/ Prefilter Length
35 in (88.9 cm)/
Pump Height
10 1/2 in (26.7 cm)
 



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