once it is activated how long can the straw be stored for? I ask because I would only need to use it periodically as I travel to mexico
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Can't answer exactly as I bought it as a gift. I do remember that I checked that point out and it was a long time - at least six months or longer.
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I keep mine in a cool, dark place and its still good after a few months. I don't see why it wouldn't last nearly indefinitely providing it doesn't get contaminated with any foreign substances. Maybe keeping it in the fridge might help with this.
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I believe it is meant for one time use. With that said, I used it for about one month before the straw part began to leak. It was a big help, but after a while the baby would not eat without it.
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I purchased and received the straw but I have not attempted to use it. I suppose I shoud before I need it and find it does not work, but for now I ccannot help you.
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I have not had it stored very long, but can only guess that as long as the container cap is tightly closed it should last for years as long as temperature conditions are stable and not too warm. It is however a petroleum product and the effectiveness in some petroleum products can deteriorate even if never opened over many years. I apologize for this non-answer, if you plan on keeping it without use for a long time you should consult someone with expert knowledge, I just like how it works and don't know about it's intricate chemical properties.
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I store it in a cool dry place. It doesn't last longer than 3 months with 3 of us taking it.
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Not sure I understand the question, but if you are wanting to know how long you can store it for (unopened), I would guess that you would probably want to consume it within a few months to no more than a year, just like regular soda. These are small bottles, in comparison to the giant soft drinks that we are served nowadays, so you might want to order extras, just in case. These were a hit as favors at my wedding. Enjoy! :)
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Depends on what filter you put in it, and how bad your water is. I use it to hold a Carbon Block filter cartridge for drinking water on my kitchen sink! And it's good for about 6 months. If used with a sediment filter, like I said it depends on your water condition. Could last a month, could last 6 months!
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Provided you start with a chilled siphon, cold water, shake it for 20 - 30 seconds it can last up to a couple of weeks. Less carbonated the longer you store it, particularly after it is half empty. Hmmmm, time for a Brandy and soda.
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Being able to use a regular soda straw in this is why I bought it. I like to take water (without having to use a recyclable bottle) or soda while in the car or to the park, etc. It keeps the ice and drink cold for several hours! But, as mentioned, it is not sealed this way. Take out straw and seal lid and it will not leak--I've turned it upside down many times. Then replace straw. Love it. I bought twice at Target but 6-7 local stores are out. Glad I found it on Amazon.
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There is no need to store unless there is a prolonged period of non-use. I put deflated slide over my fence to get it dry and off the ground and used it several days in a row
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Our 2nd stage antibacterial activated carbon filter (GAC) actually has a infinite shelf life. It will keep its pore structure and, hence, its absorption characteristics until the activated carbon is put in contact with compounds that can be absorbed. But the special 1st stage hollow fiber ultra filtration membrane tubes have a 2 year natural life span, so overall the H20 Survival Straw has a 2 year shelf life. We recommend keeping it dry and in the sealed bag it comes in until you are ready to use it. After first use it is recommended that the filter be maintained by back flushing it out with the included plunger. After it dries out, it should be stored in the sealed pouch as detailed in the accompanied users manual. By caring for it this way you should expect to get a minimum of 1 years full use,after 1st use.
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I am in Arizona ... where the humidity is low. It usually lasts about 10-12 hours. I fill it up twice a day if I'm running it 24/7.
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I only use it once a week. I haven't purchased a new one yet. I would guess approximate 6 to 8 weeks.
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You can store it and use it when ever yiou want. I store mine in a plastic jug that I can seal so it does not spill if bumped. I also label it for safety. I hope this answers your question .
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Stephen, if the straw is "fully" dried correctly after use and stored for long term then the iodine resin doesn't deteriorate. But if it is not fully dried, then it would deteriorate over time. At this price point the filter is designed as a throw-away filter after the life of the straw is used up but that life is based on gallons of use (based on the turbidity) during one trip or based on the gallons of use over time if prepared for storage correctly in between trips. One other thing that is helpful is to put a tsp of chlorine in a gallon of water and pore it through the straw (with the back-flush adapter attached) and then rinse it and dry it. This would help to sterilize the straw if you are planning on storing it for long term storage.
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As a Community Emergency Responder I would think that an average family or person would have it all used up in 4 weeks , so there should not be a problem. It is not meant for long term water storage. I have 100 gallon high grade food grade water containers with a metal grid for stability which I store water in for long term use, but after 3 months I will use it on my garden & refill it to be sure it is fresh & viable. Does that help you?