Which Freeze Dryer Is Right For Me?
Small Freeze Dryer:
Small Freeze Dryer:
Medium Freeze Dryer:
Medium Freeze Dryer:
Large Freeze Dryer:
Large Freeze Dryer:
X-Large Freeze Dryer:
X-Large Freeze Dryer:
Q: How Does The Freeze Dryer Work?
How Does The Freeze Dryer Work?
Q: What Size Are Freeze Dryers & How Much Do They Weigh?
What Size Are Freeze Dryers & How Much Do They Weigh?
Q: What Type Of Food Can Be Freeze Dried?
What Type Of Food Can Be Freeze Dried?
You truly can freeze-dry almost anything. All kinds of fruits, vegetables, and meats taste wonderful when freeze-dried. That includes things like tomatoes, apples, bananas, strawberries, peaches, green beans, peppers, onions, potatoes, spinach, shrimp, pork, beef, turkey, and even ice cream. Your favorite meals that include meat may be easily freeze-dried. Foods like lasagna, rice dishes, cheese macaroni, chili, beef stew, chicken a la king, casseroles, shrimp, lobster, pulled pork, pasta sauces, or scrambled eggs are perfect for this process. You will find that it is a delight to experiment with different foods and meals in your freeze-dryer. A great way to start is by picking meals that are already favorites in your home.
How Much Food Can Be Freeze Dried With Each Batch?
Small
Small
6-10 lbs. of fresh food will fit in our small freeze dryer. It is not uncommon for customers to freeze dry up to 1,800 lbs. of fresh food in just 1 year. Tray space= 434 sq. inches
Medium
10-15 pounds of fresh food will fit in our medium size freeze dryer. It is not uncommon for customers to freeze dry up to 3,000 lbs. of fresh food in just 1 year. Tray space= 675 sq. inches
Large
18-27 pounds of fresh food will fit in our large freeze dryer. It is not uncommon for customers to freeze dry up to 5,000 lbs. of fresh food in just 1 year. Tray space= 1,107 sq. inches
X-Large
40-50 pounds of fresh food will fit in our X-Large freeze dryer. It is not uncommon for customers to freeze dry up to up to 10,000 pounds of fresh food in just 1 year. Tray space= 2,251 sq. inches
How Long Does It Take To Freeze Dry Each Batch?
It typically takes between 20 to 40 hours to complete the process. Food type and quantity will affect the freeze-dry cycle. Things like meat, peas and corn dry quickly, while squash and watermelon can take longer. The thickness of the food slices will affect the cycle time too. Most importantly, your machine senses when the food is ready (alerting you with a beep) so you don’t have to guess when to stop the freeze-dry cycle.
Is It Ok To Freeze Things Prior To Placing In The Freeze Dryer?
Yes! It is a great idea to put frozen products into your freeze dryer. Your machine will accept pre-frozen foods and cool them even further, to around -40 degrees F.
What Components Make Up A Freeze Dryer?
The freeze dryer unit itself as well as a high-quality vacuum pump that sits outside the freeze dryer.
What Maintenance Is Required For A Freeze Dryer?
The freeze dryer itself requires little to no maintenance. However, as shown below, all freeze dryers come with a high quality vacuum pump, which requires some maintenance, mainly adding and draining oil. The vacuum pump comes equipped with an initial supply of oil. There are 3 cups of oil in a vacuum pump that need to be changed regularly to keep a freeze dryer running efficiently. This is a simple process, and requires little effort. Each freeze dryer also includes a stand-alone oil filter. The filter cleans the oil and allows you to keep reusing your oil as if it were new. Using filtered oil in each batch is a great way to save money and be more eco-friendly, while also helping your vacuum pump perform as efficiently as possible
What Type Of Power Do The Freeze Dryers Use? How Much Do They Cost To Run?
Small and Medium:Our small and medium freeze dryers use a standard 110 volt outlet. At peak, the freeze dryer draws about 15 amps, but on the average about 9 to 11 amps (990-1210 watts) of power per hour. A dedicated 20 amp circuit is recommended. Your freeze dryer will cost an estimated $1.25-$2.80 a day, depending on power costs in your area.
What Type Of Warranty Is Offered
3-Year Limited Warranty - All sales of Harvest Right Freeze Dryers after February 1, 2019, are covered by this warranty.
How does the Scientific Free Dyer work?
Harvest Right scientific freeze dryers are remarkable, and a perfect addition to any laboratory. Our scientific freeze dryer can be completely customized with your preferred processes. You can have multiple manageable profiles, each providing the ability to automatically power on and off the condensing unit and the vacuum pump in conjunction with ascending, controlled temperature and time settings.
