- How much food fits in one batch?
- Five trays hold up to 15 lbs per cycle. Dense, wet foods fill the trays faster than light ones like candy.
- How long does a cycle take?
- Plan on 12 to 20 hours depending on the food and its moisture. Wet fruit sits at the long end.
- Does it need a special outlet?
- It draws about 9 amps at 120V, roughly 1080W average. A dedicated 15-amp circuit is the safe choice.
- What can I freeze-dry in it?
- The maker lists candy and fruit. Cooked meals, dairy and vegetables are common home uses, but follow food-safety guidance for each.
- How does it compare with a Harvest Right medium?
- Both are five-tray home units. Blue Alpine adds PID control and a chamber fan, and is built in Idaho; Harvest Right has a longer track record and a wider accessory line.
- What colors does it come in?
- Sky Blue, Alps White, Blazing Orange, Forest Green and Midnight Black.
- Where is the Blue Alpine Medium Select cheapest?
- At Peach Frog, for $3,495.00, as of our latest check.
- Where can I buy the Blue Alpine Medium Select?
- 2 stores we checked sell it, including Peach Frog, Ironclad Sentry.