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Aquatabs Water Purification Tablets 8.5mg – 50 Pack (Treats 50 Litres)
When safe drinking water isn’t guaranteed, Aquatabs 8.5mg water purification tablets provide a lightweight, reliable solution trusted worldwide.
Each 8.5mg tablet treats 1 litre of clear water, killing harmful micro-organisms that can cause waterborne illness. Compact and easy to use, they’re ideal for camping, hiking, travel, emergency kits and survival preparedness.
Why Choose Aquatabs 8.5mg?
Treat 50 litres of water in the palm of your hand! These small effervescent tablets turn questionable water in just 30minutes.
Aquatabs use Sodium Dichloroisocyanurate (NaDCC), a chlorine-releasing compound widely used by NATO, special forces, emergency and humanitarian water treatment programs.
When used as directed, Aquatabs:
- Kill harmful bacteria
- Kill harmful viruses
- Are effective against Giardia cysts
- Disinfect water in approximately 30 minutes
- Leave water with a mild taste similar to treated tap water
They do not remove sediment, heavy metals or chemicals - they disinfect water.
For cloudy water, pre-filtering through cloth or a mechanical filter is recommended before treatment.
Ideal For:
- Backpacking & bushwalking
- International travel
- Emergency preparedness kits
- Bug-out bags
- Disaster response supplies
- Remote work sites
Because they are lightweight and individually sealed, Aquatabs are one of the easiest water treatment solutions to store long-term in preparedness kits.
Why Aquatabs Are Trusted Worldwide
Aquatabs are widely used in outdoor recreation, military applications and humanitarian programs due to their:
- Proven disinfection performance
- Long shelf life
- Ease of transport
- No need for pumps or batteries
For Australian adventurers and preppers, they’re a simple backup solution when clean water sources aren’t guaranteed.
How to Use Aquatabs 8.5mg
1 Aquatab tablet treats 1 litre of clear water.
- If water has sediment, please pre-filter with a cloth to remove sediment
- Fill a clean container with 1 litre of clear water.
- Add 1 tablet.
- Stir or shake until dissolved.
- Wait 30 minutes before drinking.
If water is very cold or slightly turbid, allow additional contact time.
Product Specifications
- Strength: 8.5mg NaDCC per tablet
- Pack Size: 50 tablets
- Treatment Volume: 1 tablet treats 1 litre of clear water
- Total Treatment Capacity: Up to 50 litres per pack
- Contact Time: 30 minutes
- Active Ingredient: Sodium Dichloroisocyanurate (NaDCC)
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
How long do Aquatabs 8.5mg tablets take to purify water?
Aquatabs require a minimum of 30 minutes contact time after adding the tablet to water before it is safe to drink. This waiting period allows the active ingredient to effectively neutralise harmful microorganisms.
Do Aquatabs tablets really work?
Yes. Aquatabs release a chlorine-based disinfectant that inactivates harmful bacteria, viruses and Giardia cysts in treated water when used as directed.
Can Aquatabs 8.5mg be used on any water?
Aquatabs are most effective when used in clear water. If your water source is cloudy, muddy, or contains visible particles, pre-filter it through a clean cloth or filtering device first to remove the larger debris.
How many litres will one 8.5mg tablet treat?
One Aquatabs 8.5mg tablet typically treats 1 litre of clear water when used correctly in non-turbid conditions.
Do Aquatabs work on cloudy or murky water?
Aquatabs can still be used, but they work best after visible particles are removed. Pre-filtering cloudy water with cloth or a mechanical filter allows the disinfectant to be more effective.
What do Aquatabs NOT do?
Aquatabs chemically disinfect water but do not physically filter out sediment, dirt, heavy metals or chemicals. If the aesthetic quality of the water (taste, smell, colour) is important, or if dangerous chemical contaminants are suspected, additional treatment or filtration may be needed.
Can Aquatabs be used for washing produce or utensils?
Yes — in some cases Aquatabs are used to treat water for washing fruits, vegetables or camping gear to reduce the risk of contamination, but follow dosage guidance carefully and consult detailed product information where available.
Do Aquatabs leave a taste or odour in water?
Aquatabs may leave a mild chlorine taste, similar to many municipally treated tap waters, but this is normal and indicates the disinfectant has worked. It is typically less noticeable than household bleach when used as directed.
How should I store Aquatabs tablets?
Store Aquatabs in their original foil packaging in a cool, dry place away from sunlight and humidity. Keeping them sealed until needed helps preserve effectiveness.
Can Aquatabs treat salt water?
No. Aquatabs disinfect fresh water by killing harmful microorganisms, but they do not remove salt or make seawater safe to drink. Desalination equipment is required to convert salt water into potable water.