For caravans, cabins, remote blocks, and disaster zones, running out of fresh water is a constant concern. A portable RO system creates safe drinking water wherever you are.
Why Water Is the Hardest Part of Off-Grid Living
Challenges include:
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Carrying large volumes
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Unreliable bore or creek water
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Long travel distances for resupply
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Contamination during storage
How Portable RO Solves This
Portable RO systems:
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Remove salts, bacteria, and impurities
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Provide consistent quality
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Produce 10–25 L/hr depending on source
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Work from 12V power setups
For Caravans & 4x4 Touring
Using a portable RO system in a caravan gives you the ability to refill from coastal or brackish sources.
Ideal for:
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Perth → Broome tours
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Fraser Island trips
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Cape York expeditions
The Scout SW20 stores neatly in a caravan compartment and runs from a typical 12V setup.
https://lediwatermaker.com/products/scout-sw20
For Off-Grid Cabins
Perfect for supplementing:
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Rainwater tanks
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Bore water
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Seasonal surface water
Emergency & Humanitarian Use
Portable RO has been used in:
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Cyclone recovery
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Flood zones
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Remote field operations
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Humanitarian logistics
FAQ
Can RO purify creek water?
Yes — with coarse pre-filtration first.
Does RO remove minerals?
Yes. You can remineralise if needed, but most people drink it as is.
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