Description
The Small Home Freeze Dryer - Stainless Steel by Harvest Right is a compact, countertop food preservation device designed for home use. It enables the freeze-drying of various foods such as fruits, meats, and prepared meals, effectively removing moisture while maintaining nutritional value, flavor, and texture. Constructed with a durable, corrosion-resistant stainless steel exterior, this small home freeze dryer offers longevity and ease of cleaning, suitable for placement on countertops, carts, or tables.
Materials include a stainless steel body and food-grade aluminum trays. The aluminum trays measure 7.75 inches wide by 14 inches long with a height of 0.75 inches, supplied as a set of four. The device weighs 91 pounds and has exterior dimensions of 17.4 inches wide, 21.5 inches deep, and 26.8 inches high, making it suitable for typical home environments. Its dimensions without the door or vacuum fittings are 16.5 inches wide by 18.5 inches deep. Power is supplied via a standard 110-volt outlet.
Key features include a total tray area of 434 square inches, capable of freeze-drying 6 to 10 pounds of fresh food per batch. Annually, it can process up to 1,500 pounds of food when operated four times weekly over 50 weeks. The device comes equipped with a commercial-grade vacuum pump valued at $795, which ensures efficient dehydration. The pump requires replacement oil approximately every 20 to 30 batches. The package includes the freeze dryer, vacuum pump with oil, oil filter, stainless steel trays, a guide to freeze drying, 50 Mylar bags, 50 oxygen absorbers, and an impulse sealer. Features also include a 3-year limited warranty.
This small home freeze dryer is ideal for individuals focused on long-term food storage, home food preservation, or reducing reliance on commercially frozen foods. It is suitable for hobbyists, small-scale food producers, and those seeking an economical approach to food security. Its capacity and efficiency make it appropriate for batch processing meats, fruits, or preparing emergency food supplies, with a focus on budget-conscious operation.
Maintenance involves replacing the vacuum pump oil every 20 to 30 batches and cleaning the freeze dryer components as needed. The product ships in one package weighing approximately 172 pounds, with dimensions of 26 inches wide, 36 inches deep, and 41 inches high, delivered only to physical addresses.