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MSR EX Ceramic Element

    MSR EX Ceramic Element

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    Replacement ceramic element for MSR MiniWorks and WaterWorks portable filters.

      Please note: MSR products can only be shipped to U.S. addresses.

      Made in USA.

      Item 695267

      $8.00

      with coupon code ANNV13
      May 17-27 Details

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      MSR EX Ceramic Element Customer Reviews

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      MSR EX Ceramic Element
       
      4.4

      (based on 5 reviews)

      100%

      of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

      Pros

      • Easy to clean (5)
      • Lightweight (3)

      Cons

        Best Uses

        • Backpacking (4)
        • Hiking (4)

        Reviewed by 5 customers

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        Apr

        27

        2011

        (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

         
        4.0

        worth it

        By Dolomike

        from K-Zoo, MI

        About Me Casual/ Recreational

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        Pros

        • Durable
        • Easy To Clean
        • Lightweight
        • Necessary

        Cons

        • Pricy

        Best Uses

        • Backpacking
        • Car Camping
        • Hiking

        Comments about MSR EX Ceramic Element:

        The price is a little steep but well worth it. If your MSR water system is still working. grab one of these. Easy to clean and it works great! Better than buying a new system!!!

        • What Is Your Gear Style:
        • Comfort Driven
        • Was this a gift?:
        • No

        Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

        (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

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        Aug

        10

        2010

        (6 of 6 customers found this review helpful)

         
        5.0

        BEST filter out there!

        By Frogman140

        from Roseville, CA

        About Me Avid Adventurer

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        Pros

        • Dependable
        • Easy To Clean
        • Long lasting

        Cons

        • Fragile when disassembled

        Best Uses

        • Backpacking
        • Hiking

        Comments about MSR EX Ceramic Element:

        Great filter. Threads onto Nalgene bottle or Dromedary bag for ease of use. Field-serviceable.
        I usually have to clean the ceramic element after around 20 liters (depending on clarity of water source). It is a simple process to unscrew the top, gently remove the element and give it a 1 minute scrub with the 3M Green pad rinse with clean water, check the diameter with the red caliper/gauge and reassemble. Be sure to pump a few minutes to flush out contaminants before collecting water for drinking.

        ALWAYS AIR-DRY THE ELEMENT WHEN YOU GET HOME or mold can grow on the ceramic.

        • Gift:
        • No
        • What Is Your Gear Style:
        • Minimalist

        Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

        (6 of 6 customers found this review helpful)

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        May

        11

        2009

        (7 of 7 customers found this review helpful)

         
        3.0

        Good choice for 3 seasons

        By FlyPatch

        from Colorado Springs, CO

        About Me Avid Adventurer

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        Pros

        • Compact
        • Easy To Clean

        Cons

        • Unstable

        Best Uses

        • Backpacking
        • Hiking

        Comments about MSR EX Ceramic Element:

        I've used this filter for day trips and extened over nighters. I recommend frequent cleaning during and after use. Be careful, the ceramic cylinder will freeze and crack, rendering it useless. Replacement cylinder is not cheap. Not recommended for winter camping.

        • Gift:
        • No
        • What Is Your Gear Style:
        • Comfort Driven

        Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

        (7 of 7 customers found this review helpful)

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        Jan

        13

        2009

        (11 of 11 customers found this review helpful)

         
        5.0

        Great long lasting cartridge

        By armyranger10a

        from Massachusetts

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        Pros

        • Easy to clean
        • Easy to pump
        • Good filtration
        • Lightweight

        Cons

        • If droped can crack
        • Will freeze and crack

        Best Uses

        • Backpacking
        • Car Camping
        • Day trip
        • Hiking

        Comments about MSR EX Ceramic Element:

        Good filter not the lightest but certainly the best. The filter does clog easy but compared to other filters it removes dirt and bacteria out of the water. Ive never had bad taste come from the filter. The problems with this filter are that it can freeze and crack. I had the filter crack from frozen water on a winter hike. It cracked in the seam under the black part so I did not notice it. Do not use this filter below 32'F. Also the filter is ceramic and if droped it can shatter. I havent had it shatter while it was inside the filter housing.

        • Gift:
        • No

        Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

        (11 of 11 customers found this review helpful)

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        Sep

        28

        2008

        (2 of 14 customers found this review helpful)

         
        5.0

        $$$$

        By Liability

        from Virginia

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        Pros

        • Easy to clean
        • Easy to pump
        • Good filtration
        • Lightweight
        • Low maintenance

        Cons

          Best Uses

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