Outdoor Retailer: CamelBak All Clear UV Water Purifier

[oldgoat1950]

Ultraviolet light destroys the DNA of pathogens. It is the technology that large municipal water systems, breweries, and soft drink makers use. It is hard to see how the Camelback All Clear product doesn't violate SteriPEN's patents though.  That is probably why it hasn't been released.

[unitaper]

is it recommended to wear sunscreen during the cleaning process? 

[nightstalkersasslt]

How does uv work to purify the water?

[trailspace]

@nightstalkersasslt Ultraviolet radiation is commonly used to disinfect public drinking water. Trailspace has an article on different types of Backcountry Water Treatment, including UV, but I can't post a link here.

[trailspace]

We're all going to have to wait for more info and specifics on the All Clear, Camelbak has held it back for another year. It's expected to be out in early 2011.

[amacleay]

We're all going to have to wait for more info and specifics on the All Clear, Camelbak has held it back for another year. It's expected to be out in early 2011.

[Origin305]

this video ends abruptly and doesnt say specifications like what power source. Please elaborate a little more.

[gearactive]

Awesome! The All Clear UV Purifier got a lot of attention at the show!