{"product_id":"harvest-right-scientific-freeze-dryer","title":"Harvest Right Scientific Pro Freeze Dryer","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eHarvest Right Scientific Pro Freeze Dryer\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDescription\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHarvest Right’s lyophilizer\/freeze dryer is the perfect addition to any laboratory. The 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 oil-free vacuum pump in conjunction with ascending, controlled temperature and time settings.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eHarvest Right Medium Scientific Freezer Dryer Key Features \u0026amp; Benefits\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eConvenience of 4-tray dryer in a table top unit . Large capacity — capable of freeze drying as much as a gallon or two of material (6 to 10 lbs when wet).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFull-color, touch-screen display. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e4-liter ice condensing capacity. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOperation allows for recipe customization (up to 10 Thermal Treatment and 12 Drying steps). \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eControl of the rate of freeze. This means that the rate of freeze can be speeded up or slowed down. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eControl of the ultimate final freeze temperature. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eControl of the amount of time a material is held at the ultimate freeze temperature before the drying cycle is started. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eControl of the shelf temperature during the dry cycle. This includes setting as many as five different shelf temperatures, thus allowing the material to dry in phases, at different temperatures. For instance, you might have the material begin drying at 10ºF and increase the temperature in phases until the ultimate final dry temperature is 70ºF. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe shelf heaters can be set to automatically control the rate of sublimation during the primary drying cycle. Through this process, the unit has control of the attendant vacuum pressure. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe system records and maintains a log of the pressure and temperature during all parts of the freeze-dry cycle. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProvides ongoing, real-time display of pressure and temperature. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe unit can also connect to and communicate the freeze dryer cycle data to a nearby PC through an ethernet cable.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvest Right Large Scientific Freezer Dryer Key Features \u0026amp; Benefits \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConvenience of 5-tray dryer in a table top unit. Large capacity — capable of freeze drying as much as a 3.5 to 4.0 gallons of material.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFull-color, touch-screen display.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e6-liter ice condensing capacity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOperation allows for recipe customization (up to 10 Thermal Treatment and 12 Drying steps).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eControl of the rate of freeze. This means that the rate of freeze can be speeded up or slowed down.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eControl of the ultimate final freeze temperature.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eControl of the amount of time a material is held at the ultimate freeze temperature before the drying cycle is started.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eControl of the shelf temperature during the dry cycle. This includes setting as many as five different shelf temperatures, thus allowing the material to dry in phases, at different temperatures. For instance, you might have the material begin drying at 10ºF and increase the temperature in phases until the ultimate final dry temperature is 70ºF.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe shelf heaters can be set to automatically control the rate of sublimation during the primary drying cycle. Through this process, the unit has control of the attendant vacuum pressure.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe system records and maintains a log of the pressure and temperature during all parts of the freeze-dry cycle.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProvides ongoing, real-time display of pressure and temperature.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe unit can also connect to and communicate the freeze dryer cycle data to a nearby PC through an ethernet cable.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvest Right X-Large Scientific Freezer Dryer Key Features \u0026amp; Benefits \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cspan\u003eConvenience of 7-tray dryer in a table top unit. Large capacity — capable of freeze drying as much as a 7.0 to 9.0 gallons of material. \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFull-color, touch-screen display. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e24-liter ice condensing capacity.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOperation allows for recipe customization (up to 10 Thermal Treatment and 12 Drying steps). \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eControl of the rate of freeze. This means that the rate of freeze can be speeded up or slowed down. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eControl of the ultimate final freeze temperature. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eControl of the amount of time a material is held at the ultimate freeze temperature before the drying cycle is started. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eControl of the shelf temperature during the dry cycle. This includes setting as many as five different shelf temperatures, thus allowing the material to dry in phases, at different temperatures. For instance, you might have the material begin drying at 10ºF and increase the temperature in phases until the ultimate final dry temperature is 70ºF. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe shelf heaters can be set to automatically control the rate of sublimation during the primary drying cycle. Through this process, the unit has control of the attendant vacuum pressure. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe system records and maintains a log of the pressure and temperature during all parts of the freeze-dry cycle. •Provides ongoing, real-time display of pressure and temperature. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe unit can also connect to and communicate the freeze dryer cycle data to a nearby PC through an ethernet cable.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProduct Specifications\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eHarvest Right Scientific Freeze Dryer Product Specifications\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMedium Freeze Dryer Technical Specifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eItem\u003c\/strong\u003e: Freeze Dryer\/Lyophilizer \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStyle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bench\/Table Top \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHolding Capacity:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4 Liters of Sublimated Ice \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMin. Temp. Rating:\u003c\/strong\u003e Collector Cools to -46ºF \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCollector Material:\u003c\/strong\u003e Stainless Steel \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDrying Chamber:\u003c\/strong\u003e Included (Stainless Steel) \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePurge Valve:\u003c\/strong\u003e Included \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVoltage:\u003c\/strong\u003e 115 AMPS: AC20 \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 30″ high x 25″ deep x 20″ wide \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExterior:\u003c\/strong\u003e Stainless Steel or Powder Coated Aluminum \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eElectronics:\u003c\/strong\u003e Includes a Full Color Touch Screen (4.3″ diagonal) \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOperation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Manual \/ Automated \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVacuum Pump:\u003c\/strong\u003e 7 CFM Oil-Free Scroll Vacuum Pump \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eShelf Unit Has shelves for 4 trays\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLarge Freeze Dryer Technical Specifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eItem:\u003c\/strong\u003e Freeze Dryer\/Lyophilizer \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStyle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bench\/Table Top \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHolding Capacity:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6 Liters of Sublimated Ice \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMin. Temp. Rating:\u003c\/strong\u003e Collector Cools to -46ºF \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCollector Material:\u003c\/strong\u003e Stainless Steel \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDrying Chamber:\u003c\/strong\u003e Included (Stainless Steel) \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePurge Valve:\u003c\/strong\u003e Included \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVoltage:\u003c\/strong\u003e 115 AMPS: AC20 \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 32.5″ high x 25.5″ deep x 22.5″ wide \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExterior:\u003c\/strong\u003e Stainless Steel or Powder Coated Aluminum \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eElectronics:\u003c\/strong\u003e Includes a Full Color Touch Screen (4.3″ diagonal) \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOperation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Manual \/ Automated \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVacuum Pump:\u003c\/strong\u003e 7 CFM Oil-Free Scroll Vacuum Pump\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eX-Large Freeze Dryer Technical Specifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eItem:\u003c\/strong\u003e Freeze Dryer\/Lyophilizer \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStyle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bench\/Table Top \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHolding Capacity:\u003c\/strong\u003e 24 Liters of Sublimated Ice \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMin. Temp. Rating:\u003c\/strong\u003e Collector Cools to -40ºF \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCollector Material:\u003c\/strong\u003e Stainless Steel \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDrying Chamber:\u003c\/strong\u003e Included (Stainless Steel) \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePurge Valve:\u003c\/strong\u003e Included \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVoltage:\u003c\/strong\u003e 115 AMPS: AC20 \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFreeze dryer exterior dimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 24.3″ W x 37.4″ D x 35.6″ H \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions (without door or vacuum fitting): \u003c\/strong\u003e23.25\" W x 33.7\" D x 35.6\" H \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExterior: \u003c\/strong\u003eStainless Steel Electronics: Includes a Full Color Touch Screen (4.3″ diagonal) \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOperation: \u003c\/strong\u003eManual \/ Automated \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVacuum Pump:\u003c\/strong\u003e Premier Industrial Vacuum Pump Shelf unit has shelves for 7 trays\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMedium Freeze Dryer Technical Specifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e- Commercial Grade Oil-Free Vacuum Pump \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e- Four (4) Stainless Steel Trays - Owner’s Manual \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e- Power Cord (110 Volt) \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e- Insulator Door Pad\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLarge Freeze Dryer Technical Specifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e- Commercial Grade Oil-Free Vacuum Pump \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e- Five (5) Stainless Steel Trays \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e- Owner’s Manual \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e- Power Cord (110 Volt) \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e- Insulator Door Pad\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eX-Large Freeze Dryer Technical Specifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e-X-Large Scientific Pro Freeze Dryer \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e-XL Premier Industrial Vacuum Pump \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e-Vacuum Pump Oil -Oil Filter \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e-Stainless Steel Trays (set of 7)\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProduct Manual\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0724\/2026\/2171\/files\/harvest-right-scientific-freeze-dryer-owners-manual.pdf?v=1739410236\"\u003eHarvest Right Scientific Freeze Dryer Owner's Manual\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page\" title=\"Page 1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"section\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"layoutArea\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"column\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv title=\"Page 1\" class=\"page\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"section\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"layoutArea\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"column\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eProduct FAQs\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHarvest Right Freeze Dryer FAQs\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: WHICH FREEZE DRYER IS RIGHT FOR ME?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSmall Freeze Dryer:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e- Capacity of each batch is a 4 to 7 lbs. of fresh food\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e- In a year, one can freeze dry around 195 gallons or 840 lbs. or more of food\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMedium Freeze Dryer:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e- Capacity of each batch is 8 to 13 lbs. of fresh food\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e- In a year, one can easily freeze dry 312 gallons or 1450 lbs. of food\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLarge Freeze Dryer:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e- Capacity of each batch is around 15 to 23 lbs. of fresh food\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e- In a year, one can easily freeze dry 546 gallons or 2500 lbs. of food)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eX-Large Freeze Dryer:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e- Capacity of each batch is around 30 to 40 lbs. of fresh food\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e- In a year, one can easily freeze dry 1200 gallons or 5000 lbs. of food\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: HOW DOES THE FREEZE DRYER WORK?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe entire process is automatic.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e1. Raw or cooked foods are placed in the freeze dryer where they are frozen to between -30 degrees and -50 degrees Fahrenheit.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e2. Once frozen, the freeze dryer creates a vacuum in the food chamber.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e3. As the food is gradually warmed, the water turns to vapor and evaporates out of the food (sublimation).\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e4. When dry, the freeze dryer notifies the user that the process is complete by sounding an audible beep.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e5. You can then remove the freeze dried food from the dryer and place it in vacuum-sealed containers that are moisture and oxygen proof (preferably a mylar pouch or a can) to ensure freshness until opened.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e6. When water is added to the food, it regains its original fresh flavor, aroma, texture, and appearance!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: WHAT SIZE ARE THE FREEZE DRYERS AND HOW MUCH DO THEY WEIGH?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSmall 16.5\" W x 18.5\" D x 25\" H Color: 61 lbs. Stainless: 68 lbs.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMedium 18\" W x 21.25\" D x 28.5\" H Color: 112 lbs. Stainless: 133 lbs.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLarge 20.25 \" W x 23.75\" D x 30.75\" H Color: 138 lbs. Stainless: 161 lbs.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eX-Large 23.25 \" W x 33.7\" D x 35.6\" H Color: 265 lbs. Stainless: N\/A\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: WHAT TYPE OF FOOD CAN BE FREEZE DRIED?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYou 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.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYour 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.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYou 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.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: HOW MUCH FOOD CAN BE FREEZE DRIED WITH EACH BATCH?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSmall\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e4-7 lbs. of fresh food will fit in our small freeze dryer. That amount of food will typically fill 1.0 to 1.5 gallons (1 to 1.5 #10 cans) of food per batch. It is not uncommon for customers to freeze dry 840 lbs. of fresh food in just 1 year.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMedium\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e8-13 pounds of fresh food will fit in our medium size freeze dryer. That amount of food will typically fill 1.5 to 2.5 gallons (1.5 to 2.5 #10 cans) of food per batch. It is not uncommon for customers to freeze dry 1,450 lbs. of fresh food in just 1 year.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLarge\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e15-23 pounds of fresh food will fit in our large freeze dryer. That amount of food will typically fill 3.5 gallons (3.5 #10 cans) of food per batch. It is not uncommon for customers to freeze dry 2,500 lbs. of fresh food in just 1 year\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eX-Large\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e30-40 pounds of fresh food will fit in our X-Large freeze dryer. That amount of food will typically fill 7-10 gallons of food per batch. It is not uncommon for customers to freeze dry 5,000 pounds of fresh food in just 1 year.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: HOW LONG DOES IT TAKE TO FREEZE DRY EACH BATCH?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt 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.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMost 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.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: IS IT OKAY TO FREEZE THINGS PRIOR TO PLACING IN THE FREEZER DRYER?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYes! 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.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page\" title=\"Page 1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"section\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"layoutArea\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"column\"\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: WHAT COMPONENTS MAKE UP A FREEZE DRYER?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe freeze dryer unit itself as well as a high-quality vacuum pump that sits outside the freeze dryer\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: WHAT MAINTENANCE IS REQUIRED FOR A FREEZE DRYER?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe 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.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe 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.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEach 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\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"column\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: WHAT TYPE OF POWER DO THE FREEZE DRYER USE? HOW MUCH WILL IT COST TO RUN?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"column\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eHarvest Right has taken every precaution to make this appliance run as affordably as possible.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSmall and Medium\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOur small and medium freeze dryers use a standard 110 volt outlet.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAt 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.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLarge\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOur large freeze dryer requires a 110 volt (NEMA 5-20) outlet\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAt peak, the large freeze dryer draws about 15 amps, but on the average about 10 amps (1500 watts) of power per hour. A dedicated 20 amp circuit is required. Your freeze dryer will cost an estimated $2.00-$3.00 a day, depending on power costs in your area.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eX-Large\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOur x-large freeze dryer requires a 110 volt (NEMA 5-20) outlet\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAt peak, the x-large freeze dryer draws about 17 amps, but on the average about 13 amps (1600 watts) of power per hour. A dedicated 20 amp circuit is required. Your freeze dryer will cost an estimated $4.00 a day, depending on power costs in your area.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Harvest Right","offers":[{"title":"Medium","offer_id":46450621317283,"sku":"HRFDMSC","price":3395.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Large","offer_id":46450621350051,"sku":"HRFDLSC","price":3995.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"X-Large","offer_id":46450621382819,"sku":"HRFDXLSC","price":5495.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0729\/4127\/3251\/files\/Harvest-Right-Scientific-Medium-Freeze-Dryer.jpg?v=1761332420","url":"https:\/\/wildhavencurator.com\/products\/harvest-right-scientific-freeze-dryer","provider":"Wildhaven Curator","version":"1.0","type":"link"}