Description
***Due to state regulations, we are currently not shipping this product to California or Iowa***
The Berkey Light® is made from BPA-free food-grade high-quality co-polyester, the Berkey Light® holds 2.75 Gallons of filtered water. This system is designed to be a lightweight lower-cost alternative to the Stainless Steel Berkey systems. The Berkey Light® is recommended for small to medium-sized families of 2-5 people.
The Berkey Light® System is a lightweight unit designed for use during outdoor activities such as camping, hunting, traveling, and during unexpected emergencies.
- Accommodates: 2-5 people
- Constructed of a non-BPA/BPS co-polyester, which does not retain or leach any foul odors into your water
- Storage capacity: 2.75 gallons (10.4 liters)
- System Includes: 2 Black Berkey® Elements (expandable up to 4), Upper and lower chambers, a base, 2 washers, 2 wing nuts, 1 priming button, 2 blocking plugs,1 spigot, 1 cloth lid
- We recommend replacing Black Berkey® Elements every 3,000 gallons / 11,000 litres (6000 gallons/22,000 litres per set of 2 elements). Elements may require replacement sooner based upon the quality of influent water.
- Re-cleanable during the life of the element
- Elements come with a 2-year, pro-rated warranty
- Each Black Berkey® Element set has a filtration life of 6,000 Gallons = 45,000 16.9 fl oz water bottles!
- Maximum Filters: 4 Black Berkey® Elements (in upper chamber)
- Gravity-based – does NOT rely on electricity or water pressure
- NOT to be used with salt water or water softeners
- Height when in use: 26.5″ – 67.3 cm
- Diameter: 9″ – 22.8 cm
- Test Results for Black Berkey® Elements from Independent Laboratories: Click Here
- Assembly Instructions Click Here
- Maximum Filtration Flow Rate:
- Configured with 2 Black Berkey® Elements, the Berkey Light system can produce up to 4 gallons ( 15.2 liters) of filtered water per hour
- Configured with 4 Black Berkey® Elements, the Berkey Light system can produce up to 8 gallons (30 liters) of filtered water per hour
NOTE: Flow rate calculated with upper chamber full to top and decreases as water level declines.
Made for the Extreme, Enjoyed Every Day
Berkey® Systems are powerful, freestanding water filters that sit on a countertop or stand. Simply pour water from virtually any source into the top chamber of the system, and dispense filtered water easily from the lower chamber through a handy spigot. The systems are easy to use—no electricity, tools or plumbing is needed. Enjoy clean, delicious filtered water that retains the healthy minerals your body needs for an average of less than 2 cents per gallon.
The Gold Standard in Gravity-Fed Water Filtration
Black Berkey® Elements included have been tested by accredited third-party labs that have reported that the elements exceed EPA and ANSI/NSF (Std. 53) protocol, and address over 200+ typical contaminants found in tap water and other freshwater sources. Berkey® Systems equipped with Black Berkey® Elements mechanically extract waterborne pathogens while dramatically reducing protozoa, trihalomethanes, inorganic minerals, heavy metals, pharmaceuticals, pesticides, VOCs, petroleum products, perfluorinated chemicals, rust, silt, sediment and even radiologicals. We recommend replacing Black Berkey® Elements every 3,000 gallons (6,000 per set of 2 elements). Elements may require replacement sooner based upon the quality of influent water. If desired, Berkey PF-2™ Fluoride and Arsenic Reduction Elements may be installed on each Black Berkey® Element. Click Here
Benefits that Offer You Freedom
- In control and confident– Take control of your tap water. Berkey® water systems address a broad range of potential common contaminants found in freshwater sources, giving you peace of mind.
- Loving every sip– When your water tastes great, you drink more of it. Enjoy nourishing filtered water that retains the beneficial minerals your body needs.
- Ready for any adventure– Travel the world, hit the trail or relax at the lake. Portable and powerful Berkey® water systems extract or reduce harmful contaminants from raw water sources like streams, lakes and ponds.
- Prepared and empowered– Be ready for natural disasters and sudden emergencies. Berkey® water systems can filter raw, untreated freshwater sources in situations where a potable water is not available.
