I could not find my first post. So if this is a dup I'm sorry<br><br>I was testing my water purification eq. an saw on the Potable-Aqua bottle it says 2 tablets per 1 liter of water. I was only able to get about 1/4 of a liter into a condom. Should I "try" and cut the tablet in two or is it OK to use 1 tablet per 1/4 of a liter of water.<br><br>I was going to test with tab water, anyone know if there are any problems with the stuff in tab water like fluoride and the other added stuff?? <br>Thanks<br><br>"Stay Frosty"

Short term health considerations with tap water are negligable.It is only compromised if contaminants enter via pipes ruptured during ie. earthquake,or human error.Long term is another debate.Fluoride,Clorine and Trace elements of innumerable compounds may be present.There is an entire cottage industry with filters,reverse osmosis units,facts and opinions.Bottled water isn't any better,except for pretty labels.<br><br>

When using iodine drops I know that the procedure is to double the amount when the water is cloudy or cold and iodine is part of the make up of Potable-Aqua. However I can't say positively that this rule applies with the Potable-Aqua. Also Potable-Aqua does loose its potency over time. There for the tablet should be inspected at least annually. The tablets should be a steel gray color. After time they will turn an orange rusty color. A few tiny spots are acceptable.<br>During a survival course in Texas I used them to purify water from a muddy stagnant cow pond. I really have faith in them now! <br><br><br><br>

Hi thanks for the info, Does it clear up the muddy water?<br><br>"Stay Frosty"

If the water is muddy, filter the dirt out by allowing the water to sit for 1/2 hour. The sedimentment will drop to the bottom of the container. The portaqua will kill the nasties, not filter out dirt. <br><br>A quick way to filter out large sedimentent is to pour the water through a bandanna or coffee filter before it gets into your container. Then add the purifier. Less sedimentment to settle that way.<br><br>