The SteriPen® Ultra is a lightweight, USB-rechargeable UV water purifier that stands out as one of the most advanced in the market. It's a breeze to use and can eliminate 99.9% of bacteria, viruses, and protozoa that cause water-borne diseases. With its user-friendly OLED (Organic Light Emitting Diode) display, you can instantly check the treatment progress and battery status. Each battery charge allows you to purify up to 50 litres of water, and the UV lamp has an impressive lifespan of 8000 one-litre treatments. This purifier provides you with safe, chemical-free water quickly, making it ideal for travel and backpacking adventures. Key features include: a convenient OLED display, an internal battery rechargeable from any USB power source like solar panels, laptops, or car power ports; a low-power indicator to let you know when it's time to recharge; powerful ultraviolet (UV-C) light rays that purify clear water by destroying 99.9% of protozoa, bacteria, and viruses; treatment times of 48 or 90 seconds for half or full litres, with a smile on the screen indicating the water is safe to drink. It's designed to work only on clear water, treating 500ml to 1 litre at a time. The optical water sensor ensures it operates only when immersed in water. It requires no pumping, chemicals, test strips, extended time-keeping, or filters, leaving no aftertaste, never clogging, and needing no lubrication. When working properly, it emits both visible and UV light. The minimum bottle diameter it can fit is 20mm, and it's compatible with SteriPEN® PreFilter and FitsAll Filter. It comes with a USB cable and a neoprene case for easy storage and transport. Specifications include dimensions of 18.6 x 4.1 x 3.2cm, the ability to remove/destroy protozoa, bacteria, and viruses, an internal USB rechargeable lithium-ion battery, a UV lamp life of 8000 treatments, a weight of 140g with batteries, and specific care instructions. The battery compartment is water-resistant but not waterproof, so avoid submerging the USB end. Dry it after each use, store it in a clean and dry place away from extreme temperatures, clean it with a soft cloth and mild soap, and recharge it occasionally during long-term storage.
Using the SteriPen Ultra is simple. First, make sure you have clear water in a container with a minimum diameter of 20mm. If you have more than 1 litre of water, divide it into 1-litre or smaller amounts. Connect the included USB cable to the purifier and charge it from a solar panel, laptop, or car power port. The low-power indicator will let you know when it's time to recharge, and a full charge allows you to treat 50 litres of water. Once charged, immerse the purifier in the water. The optical water sensor ensures it only works when in water. Press the button to start the purification process. The treatment takes 48 seconds for half a litre or 90 seconds. When the on-screen smile lights up, the water is safe to drink. After use, dry the purifier thoroughly. Remember, the battery compartment is water-resistant but not waterproof, so avoid getting the USB end wet. Store it in a clean, dry place away from temperatures above 60°C or below -20°C. To clean it, use a soft cloth and a mild soap solution, then rinse and dry it with a clean, soft cloth. If you're storing it for a long time, recharge it every 3 months or so. Also, the purifier only works effectively on clear water, so avoid using it with cloudy or sediment-laden water.
