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Back to NewsHow Do Insulated Water Bottles Actually Work?
Insulated water bottles work through vacuum cavitation. By removing air atoms between two layers of stainless steel, a vacuum is created. Since heat requires a medium (like air) to travel via conduction or convection, the vacuum acts as a near-perfect barrier, keeping internal temperatures stable for 6-24 hours.
The Science of the "Void"

It’s a common misconception that the metal keeps things cold. Actually, it's the nothingness that does the work.
Why Dual-Chamber is Harder to Build
In a standard bottle, you just have to seal the outer wall. In a Splitflask, we have to maintain that vacuum integrity around a middle divider. It’s a more complex engineering feat that ensures your ice water doesn't "sweat" and your hot coffee doesn't lose a single degree to the cold side.
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