Filtered hot and cold water without plumbing
The CARA CA3001 Benchtop Reverse Osmosis Water Station combines advanced water filtration with everyday hot and cold water convenience.
Simply fill the removable 5.5L rear tank with mains tap water, plug the unit into a standard power point and select your preferred temperature and dispensing volume using the touchscreen display. No plumbing, tap connection or permanent installation is required, making it suitable for homes, rentals, apartments, offices and shared workspaces.
The six-stage filtration process includes sediment filtration, activated carbon, a 0.0001-micron reverse osmosis membrane, a final taste-polishing stage and alkaline remineralisation. This helps reduce a broad range of dissolved and particulate contaminants while adding calcium and magnesium back into the filtered water for a more balanced taste.
With nine temperature settings from 10°C to 98°C, the CA3001 can provide chilled drinking water, ambient filtered water, warm water and near-boiling water for tea, coffee and food preparation. The touchscreen also displays incoming and filtered-water TDS readings, heating and cooling status, dispensing information and the child-lock indicator.
Key features
- Six-stage reverse osmosis filtration
- 0.0001-micron RO membrane
- Helps reduce dissolved solids and a broad range of common water contaminants
- Final-stage remineralisation with calcium and magnesium
- Nine temperature settings from 10°C to 98°C
- Hot, ambient and chilled filtered water
- No plumbing or professional installation required
- 5.5-litre removable rear water tank
- 1.8-litre portable filtered-water jug
- One-litre internal cold-water storage tank
- Incoming and filtered-water TDS display
- Adjustable dispensing volumes
- Touchscreen control panel
- Child safety lock
- Filter replacement indicators
- Quick-twist replacement filters
- Available in black and white
- 12-month warranty
Best suited to
- Households wanting advanced benchtop water filtration
- Renters who cannot install an under-sink system
- Apartments and smaller kitchens
- Families wanting hot and cold filtered water from one appliance
- Tea and coffee drinkers
- People wanting to monitor incoming and filtered-water TDS
- Home offices and small workplaces
- Households wanting to reduce their reliance on bottled water
- Anyone wanting a portable filtered-water jug as well as direct dispensing
Six-Stage Filtration System
Experience comprehensive water purification with our 6-stage advanced water filtration system.
- Stage 1: PP Cotton (Coarse Sediment) – removes dirt, sand, rust, and large particles.
- Stage 2: Pre-Carbon (Chemicals) – carbon filter removes chlorine, chemicals, odours.
- Stage 3: PP Cotton (Fine Sediment) – removes smaller particles missed in stage 1, and fine sediment
- Stage 4: RO Membrane (Purification) – the heart of the entire system that removes heavy metals, fluoride, microplastics, PFAS, PFOS, bacteria, viruses, and pharmaceuticals.
- Stage 5: Activated Carbon (Taste) – removes remaining odours and any unwanted aftertaste.
- Stage 6: Alkaline Minerals (Health) – reintroduces essential minerals like calcium and magnesium to restore a more balanced drinking experience.
This six-stage system helps reduce a broad range of dissolved and particulate contaminants while improving taste and odour.
What does the CA3001 help reduce?
The six-stage filtration system helps reduce a broad range of substances that may be present in mains tap water, including:
- Sediment such as dirt, sand and rust
- Chlorine, unpleasant tastes and odours
- Dissolved solids
- Fluoride
- Lead and selected heavy metals
- Nitrates
- Microplastics
- PFAS compounds
- Selected bacteria, viruses and chemical residues
Published third-party testing provides specific reduction results for selected substances. Actual performance may vary depending on incoming water quality, contaminant concentration, filter age, usage and maintenance.
- Bacteria & Viruses: 99.30%
- Lead: 100.00%
- Chlorine: 99.67%
- Fluoride: 91.50%
- Microplastics: 100.00%
- Nitrates: 98.82%
Test Results: click to download
Nine temperature settings
The CA3001 provides nine temperature options between 10°C and 98°C, allowing filtered water to be dispensed for different drinks and everyday uses.
It can be used for:
- Chilled drinking water
- Ambient filtered water
- Warm water
- Herbal tea
- Green tea
- Black tea
- Coffee
- Cooking and food preparation
- Other drinks requiring controlled water temperature
The exact water temperature delivered may be influenced by room temperature, incoming water temperature, dispensing volume and operating conditions.
Portable 1.8-litre filtered-water jug
The included 1.8-litre portable jug allows room-temperature filtered water to be removed from the station and used elsewhere.
It is convenient for:
- Serving water at the dining table
- Keeping filtered water nearby while working
- Cooking rice, pasta, soups and broths
- Filling a coffee machine or kettle
- Preparing juice and smoothies
- Filling drink bottles
- Filling a jug or bottles of filtered water to keep in the refrigerator
The jug is made from BPA-free, food-grade plastic
Intuitive LCD Display for Seamless Control
The CA3001 features a sleek, user-friendly LCD display, offering complete control and real-time feedback at your fingertips. Here’s what the advanced display provides:
- Temperature Adjustment: Easily customize water temperature across nine precise settings, from cold 10°C to nearly boiling 98°C, ensuring the perfect temperature for any beverage or task.
- Dual TDS Monitoring: View both raw and purified Total Dissolved Solids (TDS) levels, providing instant insight into water quality and filtration efficiency.
- Mode Selection: Quickly switch between modes for different water needs, including settings for tea, milk, and ambient water.
- Safety Features: Includes a child-lock indicator to ensure safe usage in family environments.
- Volume Control: Adjust water output volume for precise dispensing, from a single glass to filling larger containers.
- Cooling and Heating Indicators: Real-time status updates for cooling or heating processes, so you’re always informed.
This smart display simplifies water purification and temperature control, making the CA3001 an indispensable addition to your home.
Dual TDS monitoring
The touchscreen displays the TDS level of the incoming tap water and the filtered water.
TDS stands for total dissolved solids and reflects the combined concentration of dissolved minerals, salts and other dissolved substances in water.
The display can help you:
- Compare incoming and filtered-water readings
- Observe the performance of the RO membrane
- Monitor changes over time
- Identify when filter performance may be declining
A TDS reading does not identify individual contaminants and cannot confirm microbiological safety. Specific contaminants require appropriate laboratory or contaminant-specific testing.
No plumbing or installation
The CA3001 is a portable benchtop system.
To begin using it:
- Position the unit on a stable benchtop near a power point.
- Fill the removable rear tank with mains tap water.
- Install the filters as directed.
- Complete the first-use flushing procedure in the manual.
- Select a temperature and dispensing volume.
No plumber, tap adaptor or permanent alteration to the kitchen is required.
What’s included
- CARA CA3001 water station
- Water-station top lid
- 5.5-litre removable rear water tank
- Rear tank lid
- 1.8-litre portable filtered-water jug
- Jug lid
- Removable drip tray
- PPC + T33 filter cartridge
- RO membrane cartridge
- User guide and operating information
Filter Lifespan & Replacement Guide
The CA3001 takes the guesswork out of filter replacement by monitoring filter usage and letting you know when a filter needs changing.
- PPC + T33 Filter: Up to 2,000 litres
- RO Membrane: Up to 4,000 litres
How long each filter lasts will depend on how much water you use. A household using more filtered water each day will reach the filter capacity sooner than a household using less.
There’s no need to track dates or estimate when your filters are due — the CA3001 will alert you when it’s time to replace them.
Actual filter life may vary depending on incoming water quality and usage conditions.
Materials and water pathway
The internal water pathway uses LFGB-grade, BPA-free silicone tubing, while filtered water is dispensed through an SU304 stainless-steel outlet.
The external housing is made from durable food-grade ABS, and the portable jug is made from BPA-free, food-grade plastic.
Cleaning and care
- Use mains tap water only.
- Do not place juice, flavouring, powders, milk or other ingredients into the rear tank.
- Empty and rinse the removable rear tank regularly.
- Clean the portable jug and lid regularly.
- Empty and wash the drip tray as required.
- Wipe the exterior with a soft, damp cloth.
- Avoid abrasive cleaners, harsh chemicals and scouring pads.
- Do not immerse the water station or rinse it under running water.
- Do not leave water sitting unused in the machine for extended periods.
- Replace filters according to water usage, TDS readings and the recommended replacement guide.
- Follow the flushing procedure after installing new filters.
- After a prolonged period without use, follow the cleaning and recommissioning instructions before drinking the water.
Important water-source information
The CA3001 is designed for use with treated mains tap water.
Untreated rainwater, bore water, dam water and well water may contain elevated sediment, minerals, agricultural contaminants or microorganisms that can shorten filter life or exceed the intended operating conditions of the system.
Appropriate sediment filtration, disinfection and water testing may be required before untreated water is used.
The CARA Water difference
- Six-stage filtration: Combines sediment, carbon, reverse osmosis, taste polishing and remineralisation.
- Hot and cold convenience: Nine water-temperature settings from 10°C to 98°C.
- No plumbing: Suitable for renters, apartments, homes and offices.
- Dual TDS monitoring: Displays both incoming and filtered-water readings.
- Portable filtered-water jug: Includes a removable 1.8-litre jug for cooking and serving.
- Australian support: Customer support and replacement filters are available through CARA Water and Kuvings Australia.
- Independent test results: Published contaminant-reduction data is available for review.
- Replaceable cartridges: Uses only two cartridge assemblies, simplifying routine maintenance.
Helpful links
Replacement filters
Product and water-filter range
- View the CARA CA3001 on Kuvings Australia
- Browse all replacement water-filter cartridges
- Browse water-quality testers
