Katadyn 1040 Expedition KFT Water Filter Replacement

This Katadyn Expedition KFT Water Filter Replacement (1040) is a highly advanced replacement water filter cartridge for the Katadyn Expedition KFT High Capacity Water Filter System (8016389).

The Katadyn KFT replacement filter element will filter up to 26,000 gallons of water before it needs to be replaced, and it can also be cleaned many times before replacement in order to restore the full flow rate. When the flow rate in your Katadyn Expedition decreases you should remove the KFT 1040 filter element and clean the outer layer until you can see the original color of the filter. An included measuring gauge allows you to check the remaining service life of the filter.

The Katadyn Expedition 1040 ceramic depth filter cartridge removes numerous contaminants and impurities from tainted water, including:

• bacteria
• parasites
• pathogens
• protozoa
• sediment
• dirt
• rust
• cysts
• algae
• mold spores
• certain viruses
• ...and other disease causing agents down to the very fine 0.2 micron level

This bacteriological KFT depth filter reduces or removes dirt, bacteria, pathogens, micro-organisms, some viruses, and parasites like cryptosporidium, giardia, klebsilla, vibrio, and others that cause diseases such as cholera, dysentery, typhoid fever, and other potentially life-threatening illnesses. It also reduces any radioactive particles which may be present.

This top-notch Katadyn filter is ideal not just for water supply emergencies and relief work but also for camping, hunting, fishing, boats, cabins, cottages, campers, and so on. Using this Katadyn water filter you can filter unsafe water from streams, brooks, springs, rivers, ponds, and lakes for drinking, cooking, washing, cleaning, and so on. Katadyn ceramic filters provide safe, fresh, and natural tasting water without the use of harsh chemicals.

Katadyn 1040 KFT Ceramic Depth Filter Replacement Specifications:

• Temp. Range: 32-176F
• Max. Pressure: 100 PSI
• Micron Rating: 0.2 micron
• Dimensions: 11.5"H x 2.2"W
• Weight: About 35 ounces (dry)
• Filter Connection: 1/4" male thread
• Flow Rate/Output: About 1 gallon per minute
• Filter Life: Approx. 26,000 gallons (100,000 liters)
• Filter Body: Ceramic body diatomaceous earth (main component)
• Filter Media: Microporous silver-impregnated ceramic (cleanable); filter filling is composed of silvered quartz pebbles

The Katadyn KFT replacement filter element has brass end caps for heavy-duty long term use. It features microporous ceramic which works to retain suspended solids and safely trap all harmful bacteria and parasites without removing essential minerals. The silver-impregnated ceramic also prevents bacteria growth, while the silver quartz inside the element reduces the possibility of any possible re-contamination through the filter tab outlet.

Katadyn water filters are used by the U.S. military, various international militaries, and by relief agencies such as the Red Cross which utilize Katadyn filters in emergency situations where clean potable water is scarce.

This Katadyn KFT Ceramic Filter is also known by Katadyn part number 1040 and Katadyn filter Number 4.

More technical information about the Katadyn KFT filter replacement element can be found here.