--- product_id: 1098098 title: "Katadyn Vario Water Filtration Ceramic Disc" brand: "katadyn" price: "$70.50" currency: USD in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 category: "Katadyn" url: https://www.desertcart.us/products/1098098-katadyn-vario-water-filtration-ceramic-disc store_origin: US region: United States of America --- # Speeds up filtration process Easy replacement extends filter life Ceramic disc blocks large particles Katadyn Vario Water Filtration Ceramic Disc **Brand:** katadyn **Price:** $70.50 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 💧 Stay hydrated, stay unstoppable with Katadyn’s ceramic shield! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Katadyn Vario Water Filtration Ceramic Disc by katadyn - **How much does it cost?** $70.50 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.us](https://www.desertcart.us/products/1098098-katadyn-vario-water-filtration-ceramic-disc) ## Best For - katadyn enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted katadyn brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Effortless Maintenance:** Quick and simple replacement keeps your Katadyn Vario running like new—no downtime on your adventures. - • **Optimized Flow Control:** Keeps filtration speed steady, so you never have to wait long for clean water. - • **Trail-Tested Reliability:** Swiss-engineered ceramic quality trusted by outdoor pros for tackling the nastiest water sources. - • **Ultimate Pre-Filter Defense:** Ceramic disc traps sediment before it clogs your purifier, maximizing performance. - • **Boost Your Filter’s Lifespan:** Protects the pleated cartridge from wear, saving you money and hassle over time. ## Overview The Katadyn Vario Ceramic Disc is a durable pre-filter replacement designed to block large particles and sediment, preventing clogging and extending the life of the Vario water purifier. Lightweight and easy to replace, this Swiss-made ceramic disc ensures faster filtration and reliable performance on all your outdoor adventures. ## Description The Katelyn Vario replacement disc Ceramic is used to block larger particles from reaching the Pleated Filter cartridge to prevent clogging and increase the life of the filtration system. The Ceramic disc should be replaced when the disc becomes visibly damaged and worn, or when the plastic is showing through the Ceramic surface. Review: Replacement prefilter disc for Vario - Katadyn makes a great filter, and these discs help to keep the filter media clean from debris. It's important to realize that filtering water with sediment will dramatically cut the life of the filter, because this unit (the Vario) is actually a PURIFIER. Now I've used it to clean some really nasty water, and it worked great. When you're out on the trail, sometimes that is your only option. But doing so kills the filter. This "pre-filter" ceramic disc is cleaned with a green scrub pad (or when mine got really bad I used steel wool). This is simply a replacement for the stock piece, and works great. Review: Cheap, easy fix for slow filtration - First off, the Vario is a great water filter. I do a lot of camping and backpacking, and have had three or four different brands over the years. I currently have a Pur model also, but prefer the Katadyn hands down for its ergonomic use and selectable speed based on the desired life of the filter. This ceramic disc is one of three replaceable pieces of the Katadyn Vario filter, along with the carbon packs and the actual micro filter. Of the three, this is probably the easiest to replace, and can make a huge difference towards the speed of filtration when you're swapping a new ceramic disc for an old one. The included instructions are easy to follow, if you haven't already figured it out based on cleaning your filter post-use. This piece is also the most difficult of the three to find (EMS, Cabela's and REI all failed to stock this) so desertcart is definitely the place to buy this. ## Features - Blocks larger particles - Field cleanable - Genuine OEM Product - Prevent clogging - Increase the life of the filtration system - Replacement Ceramic prefilter for the Katadyn Vario - Ceramic prefilter assembly can be turned on to increase primary filter longevity, off to maximize water flow ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B001ANF79A | | Best Sellers Rank | #201,641 in Tools & Home Improvement ( See Top 100 in Tools & Home Improvement ) #359 in Under-Sink & Countertop Filtration | | Brand | Katadyn | | Brand Name | Katadyn | | Customer Reviews | 4.6 out of 5 stars 221 Reviews | | External Testing Certification | NSF | | Global Trade Identification Number | 00604375150355 | | Item Weight | 36 Grams | | Manufacturer | Katadyn | | Manufacturer Part Number | 8015035 | | Material | Ceramic, Plastic | | Material Type | Ceramic, Plastic | | Model Number | 8015035 | | Product Benefits | Blocks larger particles and increases the life of the filtration system | | UPC | 604375150355 | | Unit Count | 1.0 Count | ## Images ![Katadyn Vario Water Filtration Ceramic Disc - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/41Pj0nYgEvS.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Replacement prefilter disc for Vario *by H***R on September 28, 2015* Katadyn makes a great filter, and these discs help to keep the filter media clean from debris. It's important to realize that filtering water with sediment will dramatically cut the life of the filter, because this unit (the Vario) is actually a PURIFIER. Now I've used it to clean some really nasty water, and it worked great. When you're out on the trail, sometimes that is your only option. But doing so kills the filter. This "pre-filter" ceramic disc is cleaned with a green scrub pad (or when mine got really bad I used steel wool). This is simply a replacement for the stock piece, and works great. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Cheap, easy fix for slow filtration *by M***E on November 19, 2012* First off, the Vario is a great water filter. I do a lot of camping and backpacking, and have had three or four different brands over the years. I currently have a Pur model also, but prefer the Katadyn hands down for its ergonomic use and selectable speed based on the desired life of the filter. This ceramic disc is one of three replaceable pieces of the Katadyn Vario filter, along with the carbon packs and the actual micro filter. Of the three, this is probably the easiest to replace, and can make a huge difference towards the speed of filtration when you're swapping a new ceramic disc for an old one. The included instructions are easy to follow, if you haven't already figured it out based on cleaning your filter post-use. This piece is also the most difficult of the three to find (EMS, Cabela's and REI all failed to stock this) so Amazon is definitely the place to buy this. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Must Have *by T***G on June 30, 2011* Bought this as a addition to the Vario filter. This replacement is a "must have" if you're filtering really bad/dirty water. It is easy to replace in the field IF you follow the directions carefully and be aware that one can cross contaminate the filter body. We've had no problems with the filters as long as we treated the assembly carefully. Recommend at least one of these spare replacement filters be included in one's kit when going on a excursion. ## Frequently Bought Together - Katadyn Vario Water Filter's Replacement ceramic pre-filter disc - Katadyn Water Filter's Vario Activated carbon refill pack (2 pieces) - KATADYN Water Filter Bottle Adaptor Active Carbon --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.us/products/1098098-katadyn-vario-water-filtration-ceramic-disc](https://www.desertcart.us/products/1098098-katadyn-vario-water-filtration-ceramic-disc) --- *Product available on Desertcart United States of America* *Store origin: US* *Last updated: 2026-06-02*