Camelbak HydroLink Conversion Kit
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- SKU
- 713852905125
- Material
- Polymer
- Style
- Military, Tactical
Description
HydroLink Tube Upgrade
The CamelBak HydroLink Conversion Kit fits onto an existing hydration tube and gives it a quick-release coupling, a HydroLock shut-off and a HydroLink bite valve. The shut-off stops the reservoir leaking when you set the pack down, and the coupling lets you swap the drinking end without draining anything. It suits soldiers, trainees and anyone who wants their hydration system to accept a protective mask adapter for NBC (nuclear, biological, chemical) training.
Features
- HydroLink Quick Release — A push-button coupling separates the drinking end from the tube in one press, so you can unhook the line or change fittings quickly.
- Integrated HydroLock Shut-Off — A grey lever built into the quick release closes the flow, so the reservoir stays sealed when you disconnect or stow the pack.
- HydroLink Bite Valve — The mouthpiece plugs straight into the quick release and opens when you bite down to drink.
- Barbed Tube Fitting — The stepped, barbed tail of the quick release is wetted and pushed directly into your hydration tube, with no clamps or tools needed.
- NBC Mask Compatibility — Swap the bite valve for a HydroLink Type-M or Type-A mask adapter (sold separately) to drink through a protective mask during NBC training.
- Modular HydroLink System — Both parts connect with other HydroLink reservoirs, tube kits and adapters in the CamelBak range.
- Black Polymer Construction — Moulded black polymer bodies with grey controls keep the parts low profile on a pack or carrier.
- Instructions Included — The card shows fitting steps and the NBC adapter layout, and the fold-out leaflet lists compatible HydroLink accessories.
Fit And Safety Notes
This is CamelBak's HydroLink Conversion Kit, SKU 90512, assembled in Mexico and packed with the company's military sales contact details. The mask adapters it accepts are for training only. CamelBak marks the kit not for use in a lethal gas environment. The bite valve can come loose, so keep it away from children under five.
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Customer Reviews
Top customer reviews
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Best bite valves on the marketThese are mil-spec awesome bite valves. They draw easy, clean easy, and allow for use of nbc gear with your hydro bladder. If you're looking to replace that cheesy China made bite valve look no further than these. Read instructions before use! They come with a perforated ish tip you need to roll open, do not get frustrated and cut it open, it will tear more than you want later!
AMAZING PRICE!
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Game changer for my packI have an older camelbak that was getting annoying to clean and refill so I grabbed this conversion kit hoping it would help. Total game changer honestly. Now I can just disconnect the bite valve and hose from the bladder without having to pull the whole thing out of my pack. Makes refilling at water stations on the trail like 10x faster. Wish I had done this years ago.
Simple install
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Military Issue Quality at Pennies on the DollarI've been running CamelBak systems since my first deployment in 2004 and the HydroLink setup is genuinely one of the best upgrades you can make to any CamelBak bladder. For those who aren't familiar, the HydroLink is basically a quick-disconnect system that lets you detach the drinking tube from the reservoir without draining the whole thing. The HydroLock component is the little flip switch on the bite valve that lets you lock off water flow completely so you're not dribbling water all over your gear during movement. Both of these were standard issue components on military CamelBak systems for years and they work exactly as advertised. The Big Bite valve with the HydroLink adapter is a significant improvement over the older style CamelBak valves the medical grade silicone is softer and you get way better flow rate with less jaw effort, which matters more than you'd think when you're sucking down water on a long ruck or a hard ride. I ordered five of these kits at $0.99 each because at that price it's basically irresponsible not to stock up. Bite valves are a wear item anyway, they degrade over time especially if you're using them regularly outdoors, and having spares on hand is just smart. All five arrived factory sealed in the original CamelBak packaging with the UPC intact. Retrofit onto my older HAWG pack took about 30 seconds the friction fit tapered design just pushes right into the existing tube. No tools, no hassle. This is one of those deals where I genuinely don't understand how they're making money but I'm not going to question it.
Complete HydroLink conversion with all three components included quick-disconnect, HydroLock shutoff, and Big Bite valve
Genuine USGI-issue CamelBak product, factory sealed, not some knockoff or counterfeitAt $0.99 the only real con is that you'll feel dumb for not buying more when they inevitably sell out
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OEM Quality — Don't Waste Money on KnockoffsLook, I've tried the aftermarket stuff (you know who you are, random brands), and nothing beats genuine Camelbak components. This HydroLink kit retrofitted my old Omega reservoir perfectly snapped right in with that satisfying click. The HydroLock is smooth as butter one-handed, even with my Mechanix gloves on. Big Bite valve has that perfect resistance, not too stiff not too floppy. I actually compared this side-by-side with a Source Helix setup my buddy runs, and honestly the Camelbak feels more robust. The silicone on the bite valve feels denser, higher quality. If you're running an older Long Neck or Waterbeast reservoir, this breathes new life into it without buying a whole new bladder. Worth every penny.
Genuine OEM quality
Perfect fit on Omega/Long Neck
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Seriously, 99 cents?? Absolute stealI honestly thought this was a pricing error when I saw it lol. I have an older camelbak that the bite valve was getting gross on and this kit replaced everything I needed. The hydrolock feature is a game changer, no more water leaking all over my car after a run. The big bite valve flows way better than my old one too. For less than a dollar this is probably the best deal ive ever gotten on any piece of gear ever.
Bought 3 more just to have backups because why not at this price.