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Aquatabs
Aquatabs make water safer for drinking
RRP : $12.98
SUMMIT CLUB : $7.79
- Product Details
Aquatabs kill water borne organisms that cause stomach upsets and diarrhoea, making water safer for drinking. Aquatabs are ideal for the treatment of water for international travellers and for camping situations.
- Water treated with Aquatabs is ready to drink within 30 minutes
- Each tablet treats 1 litre of water
- Tablets may also be used to disinfect fruit & vegetables and items such as tooth brushes
Aquatabs should be used with clear water. If the water is relatively clear/clean then a dosage rate of 1 tablet per litre can be used. If the water is dirty it should either be filtered through a cloth such as a t-shirt or allowed to sit until the sediment settles down and then decant off the clear water. Where dirty water needs to be treated or the water is suspect, 5mg of chlorine per litre dosage rate should be used (2 x tablets per litre of water).
Each box contains 50 tablets.
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Aquatabs should be used with clear water. If the water is relatively clear/clean then a dosage rate of 1 tablet per litrecan be used. If the water is dirty it should either be filtered through a cloth such as a t-shirt or allowed sit until the sediment settles down and then decant off the clear water. Where dirty water needs to be treated or the water is suspect, 5mg of chlorine per litredosage rate should be used (2 x tablets per litre of water).
Remove the tablet from the packaging and add to the water. Ensure that the tablet is dispersed (by briefly shaking the vessel or mixing). Wait 30 minutes for the disinfection to work and then the water is safe to drink. Do not swallow the tablet.
They are effervescent (self-dissolving) tablets, whose US EPA approved active ingredient is NaDCC which is also known as Sodium Dichloroisocyanurate or Troclosene Sodium.
Aquatabs are used by all of the world's major aid agencies, NGOs, relief organisations, peace keeping / defence forces and Ministries of Health. Aquatabs are also used for water treatment by international tourists in the water systems of camper vans and for marine usage such as in yachts/boats. Aquatabs are also used for life-long household water treatment and with over 13 million daily users globally.
What is the shelf-life of Aquatabs?
In tropical and temperate conditions Aquatabs have a five year shelf-life in strip packs and a three year shelf-life in tubs. All tablet products should be protected from exposure to temperature extremes or high humidity.
Can I use Aquatabs when I am pregnant?
Yes you can safely consume water treated by Aquatabs within the normal dosage levels.
What do I do if I have swallowed Aquatabs?
Drink plenty of Milk or water. Although Aquatabs are non-toxic, as ever with these matters you should always seek medical advice at your earliest opportunity.
Can Aquatabs be used in very cold temperatures?
Yes
Is boiling water OK?
Bringing water to a rolling boil will kill most micro-organisms and make the water safe to drink. However, the fuel needed to bring water to a boil may cost more than Aquatabs and long-term use can damage the environment. Unlike water treated with Aquatabs cooled boiled water has no residual disinfectant and can be easily re-contaminated.
