Product Description

The Kara Pure 2 is a freestanding air-to-water dispenser from Kara Water, a New York–based company. Instead of connecting to a water line or relying on delivered bottles, it collects moisture from the air in your room, distills and filters it, adds minerals, and dispenses it hot, cold or at room temperature from a 7-inch touchscreen. It runs from a standard wall outlet, with no plumbing and no installation. OffGrid Horizon is an authorized Kara Water dealer and ships the Kara Pure 2 free to the contiguous United States.

Key features

  • Water from indoor air – Kara's desiccant-based AirDrive system captures water vapor from the air, so there is no water line to run and no jugs to lift.
  • Up to 10 liters a day – about 2.5 gallons, or roughly 20 half-liter bottles, under favorable conditions. Daily output depends on your room's humidity and temperature.
  • Distilled, filtered and mineralized – water is distilled, passed through a multi-stage filtration system with ultrafiltration and UV, then mineralized. Kara states the finished water has a pH of about 9.2.
  • Three temperatures – hot (about 190°F), cold (about 45°F) and room temperature.
  • Air filter on the intake – incoming room air passes through a replaceable air filter before water is extracted.
  • Recirculating water system – stored water is kept moving through the system rather than sitting in the tank.
  • Stainless steel build – stainless steel housing and storage tank, copper internal piping and silicone tubing.
  • 7-inch touchscreen – Wi-Fi connected for software updates; Wi-Fi is optional and not needed to make or dispense water.
  • Quiet – rated at 32 dBA.

How it makes water

  1. Air intake – a fan draws room air through the air filter.
  2. Extraction – a desiccant material absorbs water vapor from that air.
  3. Heating and distillation – the collected moisture is heated and distilled.
  4. Filtration – the water passes through multi-stage filtration, including ultrafiltration and UV treatment.
  5. Mineralization – Kara adds minerals including calcium, magnesium, potassium, zinc and sodium before the water reaches the tank.

Good fit for

  • Homes where you would rather not depend on tap water or bottled-water delivery
  • Rural and well-water homes looking for a separate drinking-water source
  • Apartments and rentals where plumbing in a dispenser isn't an option
  • Households that want hot, cold and room-temperature water from one unit

Specifications

Brand Kara Water
Model Kara Pure 2
Product type Air-to-water dispenser (atmospheric water generator)
Water output Up to 10 L (about 2.5 gal) per day, varies with humidity and temperature
Water storage 11 L stainless steel tank
Water temperatures Hot about 190°F, cold about 45°F, room temperature
Treatment Distillation, multi-stage filtration with ultrafiltration, UV, mineralization
Stated pH About 9.2 (manufacturer figure)
Power draw 588 W standard, 384 W EcoMode, 60 W standby
Voltage 110V
Noise 32 dBA
Display 7-inch touchscreen
Connectivity Wi-Fi (optional)
Material Stainless steel
Dimensions 44 in H x 16 in W x 10 in D (112 x 40 x 25 cm)
Weight 77 lb (35 kg)
Installation None – plugs into a standard outlet
Warranty 1-year limited manufacturer warranty (residential use)

Setup and maintenance

  • On first setup, the filters are primed and the unit can take up to 48 hours to begin producing water.
  • Kara recommends replacing the water filters about every 4 months and the air filter about once a year. Replacement filters are sold separately.
  • Leave room around the air intake and exhaust vents so air can move freely.

Manufacturer warranty

Kara Water provides a 1-year limited warranty from the original delivery date, covering defects in materials and workmanship under normal residential use, including the water generator, heating and cooling elements, internal electronics, control board and display, water flow system and sensors. Filters, cosmetic damage and normal wear parts are not covered. See our Warranty page for how claims are handled.

Frequently Asked Questions

How does the Kara Pure 2 make drinking water from air?

A fan draws room air through an air filter, and a desiccant material absorbs the water vapor in that air. The collected moisture is heated and distilled, filtered through multi-stage filtration with ultrafiltration and UV, then mineralized before it reaches the 11-liter stainless steel tank.

How much water does the Kara Pure 2 make per day?

Up to 10 liters (about 2.5 gallons) a day. Humid rooms produce more and very dry rooms produce less, so the daily amount varies through the year.

Does the Kara Pure 2 need a water line or plumbing?

No. It makes its own water from the air and only needs a standard 110V power outlet. There is nothing to install.

How much power does the Kara Pure 2 use, and can it run on solar or battery backup?

It draws about 588 W in standard mode, 384 W in EcoMode and 60 W on standby. It can run from a solar or battery backup system that has an inverter and enough battery capacity for continuous daily use. Call us at (302) 496-3554 if you want help sizing a system.

What temperatures does it dispense?

Hot (about 190°F), cold (about 45°F) and room temperature, selected on the 7-inch touchscreen.

How often do the filters need to be replaced?

Kara recommends replacing the water filters about every 4 months and the air filter about once a year. Replacement filters are sold separately.

Is Wi-Fi required?

No. Wi-Fi is used for software updates, but the unit makes and dispenses water without it.

Can I use the Kara Pure 2 in an office or business?

Kara's warranty covers normal residential use. Commercial or industrial use voids the manufacturer's warranty.

What warranty does the Kara Pure 2 have?

A 1-year limited manufacturer warranty from the delivery date, under normal residential use. Filters and cosmetic damage are not covered.

Is OffGrid Horizon an authorized Kara Water dealer?

Yes. OffGrid Horizon is an authorized Kara Water dealer, so the Kara Pure 2 is new and carries the full manufacturer's warranty. Standard shipping is free to the contiguous United States, orders are processed in 1–2 business days, and delivery takes 4–7 business days.

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