Katadyn MK6 Desalinator

"NSN: 4610-01-319-5337. Turn ocean water into drinking water with the Katadyn® MK6 Desalinator. Katadyn® is a Swiss company known for water purification since 1928. New, these retail for over $1500. This unit works on reverse osmosis technology with hand operated pump action(average pump rate, 30 strokes/min.) and will produce just over 1 gallon/hr (4.5 liters/hr) of fresh drinking water. Salt rejection is 98.4% average (95.3% minimum). Includes handle grip, pressure indicating rod, intake strainer, tubing, and laminated instruction card. Measures 5 1/2" x 22" x 3 1/2" and weighs 7 lbs. Unit may need new membrane available from the manufacturer for about $300. Widely used by US and international military forces, voyagers, sailors and sea kayakers. A must have for boaters and coastal residents. Be prepared! US Government Surplus. Originally used on military lifeboats in emergency situations. Drink ocean water in an emergency! Unissued/Unused."