Platypus GravityWorks filter

This replacement filter for the GravityWorks water filter system is effective down to .2 microns and meets all EPA and NSF guidelines for the removal of 99.9999% of bacteria and 99.9% of protozoa, helping treat water in the backcountry for safe drinking. GravityWorks filters are made up of hundreds of hollow fibres in a single filter. Water is stripped of impurities as it passes through the walls of these fibres. GravityWorks filters comply with all EPA & NSF guidelines for the removal of bacteria and protozoa, including giardia, cryptosporidium, E.coli, salmonella and cholera. Microfilter lifetime of up to 1,500L, depending on the quality of the water.


Technical specifications

  • Real weight: 63 g
  • Width (Standard): 1.8 in
  • Width (Metric): 4.6 cm
  • Length (Standard): 5.8 in
  • Length (Metric): 14.7 cm
  • Effective against bacteria: Yes
  • Effective against chemicals/toxins: No
  • Effective against particulate: Yes
  • Effective against protozoa: Yes
  • Effective against viruses: No
  • Filter media: Hollow Fiber
  • Filter pore size (microns): 0.2
  • Flow (L/min): 1.75 liters per min
  • Cartridge life: 1500 liters
  • Field cleanable: Yes
  • Cartridge replacement indicator: No.