Katadyn Survivor 06 Hand-Powered Desalinator
- 5.7 gallons per day maximum, 0.24 gallons per hour
- Reverse osmosis, hand-powered, no electricity
- 5000 ppm maximum TDS, 5 year filter life
- Stainless steel body, 2.5 pounds
- 9.1 x 5.7 x 2 inches
- Sized for 1 to 6 people, 36F to 113F operation
Updated 23 days ago · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A compact hand-pumped reverse osmosis desalinator for life rafts, ditch bags and marine survival kits. It makes water slowly at a manual rate, so it is an emergency supply and not a daily household filter.
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ASIN: B0DHLQM97KModel: Survivor 06-LS-RESCategory: Camping Water Filters
Overview
A boater or survival-kit planner who needs fresh water without power gets the Katadyn Survivor 06-LS-RES, a hand-pumped reverse osmosis seawater filter. A patented energy recovery pump makes each stroke yield more water.
Water output depends on steady pumping at the stated stroke rate, and the energy recovery design cuts the effort needed. The limitation is pace and capacity: output is limited by hand pumping, and the listing sizes it for a small group.
Who it's for
Boaters, sailors and survival-kit builders with a life raft or ditch bag will see the use in the compact size and stainless build. Backpackers filtering stream water and large crews should look at other tools.
Pros and cons
- Hand-powered, no electricity
- Reverse osmosis for seawater
- Energy recovery pump
- Corrosion-resistant stainless steel
- Slow manual output
- Sized for a small group
- Not a fresh-water camp filter
- Steady pumping required
Performance notes
Reverse osmosis forces seawater through a membrane to separate salt, and the energy recovery pump reuses pressure so each stroke delivers more fresh water. Output is tied to the pump rate, and the listing states the daily figure at its optimal stroke rate. Operation is limited to the stated temperature range.
Specifications
| Brand | Katadyn |
|---|---|
| Model | Survivor 06-LS-RES |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item weight | 2.5 pounds |
| Item Dimensions L x W x H | 9.1 x 5.7 x 2 inches |
| Capacity & performance | |
| Maximum Flow Rate | 0.9 liters per hour |
| Capacity | 5.7 gallons |
| Filter Life Cycle | 5 years |
| Operating temperature | 36F to 113F |
| Power & efficiency | |
| Power Source | Manual operation |
| Construction & materials | |
| Material Type | Stainless Steel |
| Compatibility & installation | |
| Installation Type | Freestanding |
| Included components | |
| Included Components | Desalinator, pump handle, hoses, pouch, manuals |
| Warranty & support | |
| Supported Water TDS Level Maximum PPM | 5000 ppm |
| Other details | |
| Purification Method | Reverse Osmosis |
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Frequently asked questions
How do I set up the Katadyn Survivor 06-LS-RES?
It is listed as a freestanding, hand-operated unit with no electricity, batteries or fuel needed. A pump handle and hoses are included, and manuals cover the steps.
How much water can the Survivor 06 make?
Up to 5.7 gallons per day at the optimal stroke rate of 40 strokes per minute, which works out to 0.24 gallons per hour.
Can the Survivor 06 filter fresh stream water for camping?
The listing positions it as a seawater desalinator for life rafts and marine survival. It does not describe camp use.
What are the operating limits?
The temperature range is 36F to 113F, and the maximum supported TDS is 5000 ppm.