The Camco hose described in this older review matches the TastePURE Premium drinking-water range. Confirm the part number and length when buying: Camco also sells other fresh-water hoses, and their dimensions and construction should not be combined into one specification.
What Camco documents
Camco’s fresh-water catalog describes the Premium range as reinforced 5/8-inch-inside-diameter drinking-water hose with machined fittings and strain relief. It lists a BPA-free and phthalate-free formulation and describes the hose as lead-free and made with NSF-certified hose. The catalog includes part 22823 at 10 feet and 22853 at 50 feet, among other lengths.
These are manufacturer statements for the documented range, not independent laboratory results from this review. Match the exact product label and any certification information to the item you intend to buy. A claim about one hose should not become a claim that every Camco product is suitable for potable water.
Why choose a dedicated drinking-water hose?
For an RV fresh-water connection, the intended use matters more than a general “heavy duty” description. A hose sold for potable water addresses a different requirement from one used only for washing muddy equipment. Keep the drinking-water setup separate from dirty-water or waste-handling equipment.
The hose cannot make an unsafe source safe. Use an appropriate water supply and follow the RV manufacturer’s cleaning and sanitizing instructions for the system. Avoid leaving open hose ends where they can become contaminated during storage or handling.
Do not use taste alone as a safety test. Likewise, do not assume all ordinary garden hoses contain the same materials or that every brass fitting has an identical composition. Look for product-specific information rather than broad claims about an entire category.
Choose the length for the hookup
A short connection can be easier to store and manage when the supply is close. A longer hose is useful when the site layout demands it, but leaves more material to route, drain and put away. Measure your likely connection requirements and consider how the hose will avoid traffic, sharp edges and tight bends.
Camco’s current fresh-water range provides a place to compare exact models. Check actual package contents: a hose listing does not necessarily include a regulator, filter or other RV accessory.
Pressure, leaks and handling
Use the operating pressure specified for the exact hose and the connected RV system. A burst-strength figure is not a normal working-pressure rating, and an old review’s approximate number should not determine your regulator setting. Check the applicable manuals or ask the manufacturer if the rating is unclear.
Reinforcement and strain relief do not guarantee that a hose never kinks or leaks. Route it without sharp bends and inspect washers and connections before use. If a joint leaks, turn off the supply and identify the cause; overtightening is not a universal repair.
Weight and flexibility vary with length and conditions. Try the handling and storage arrangement rather than inferring quality from heaviness alone. Follow the product’s care instructions and do not treat an anecdote about months under pressure as permission for unattended use.
Buying verdict
The documented Premium range is an option to evaluate for a potable-water connection when its length, fittings and ratings match the job. Compare the complete setup and applicable warranty rather than relying on old customer counts, a supposed lowest price or a “never leaks” promise. This review does not claim hands-on durability testing.
For help comparing length, handling and intended use, see our garden-hose buying guide.
