For harvesting a rich harvest for future use dryers for fruits and vegetables is not a luxury but an urgent necessity. However, to select a truly functional device you need to know a lot of nuances.
Different models of dryers different set of parameters, but relevant for the processing of products working principle, geometry and material of the body, the capacity of the drying chamber, and dehydration modes power. According to the first criterion dehydrators are divided into two main types.
- Convective. dehydration process occurs by blowing vegetables and fruits warmed air from the heater. Such dryers are inexpensive, simple and easy to use. But the choice of a method for processing not too successful for long-term storage of fruit, results in a significant loss of vitamins. Drying is uneven, takes a relatively long time, requires a large power consumption.
- Infrared. Different from the previous type presence source of infrared radiation. This increases the cost, but a positive effect on the quality of treatment. dehydration process occurs more uniformly less durable. Fruits, dried in such a device are stored for much longer without loss of consumer properties and micronutrients.
Devices with convection typically have a vertical structure housing a circular geometry. The fan may be located below or above. These nuances are not greatly affect the quality of the treatment, but for the convenience of operation and maintenance can make a difference:
- the first version quickly clogged with particles and drops of fruit juice, it is more difficult to clean, but it is easier to load for drying;
- the second does not have this drawback, is easier to maintain, but the design features are less convenient for packing the fruit in the trays.
A common drawback of these models is considered to be the mixing of odors, so different types of products recommended to treat separately.
Assemblies with IR heat source is usually performed in a horizontal embodiment, a rectangular housing. This provides a number of advantages:
- rectangular housing easier to place in the kitchen;
- dehydration more uniform;
- odors do not mix;
- trays and the interior easier to clean and wash;
- the device easier to load fruits.
The main disadvantage of infrared instruments - the cost. They are usually more expensive than their counterparts convection. The metal or plastic can be used as the material. Production technology allows the plastic with strength almost equal to metal, metal to achieve ease of plastic. But still metal preferably - he wins in strength in the domestic plastic. Among other characteristics on first container. Drying devices vary according to the number of trays:
- small aggregates are calculated for several kilogram load, in the structure may be provided to 5 trays;
- for small backyard or suburban area suitable medium size device with a number of trays to 8;
- if you intend to processing large crops is better to choose a model with the number of pallets to 20.
An important characteristic of a dryer for fruits and vegetables considered possibility to change the heating mode. Its presence allows you to set the temperature for a certain product.
Low cost models are equipped with switches to select the two or three modes. More fine-tuning different machines with rotating knob. At the last place in the list of criteria for power. It can range from 150 W to 1 kW. In this figure the dehydration rate affects only the combination of small volume and high power. However, most often seen other addiction, the greater the capacity of the drying chamber, the more energy consuming device.
Review of the best models
In the ranking of dryers for 2018 presented models that are in demand by consumers. The construction of models included in the Top presupposes a thermostat and timer, protection against overheating. The rating takes into account the number of pallets, power and weight, packaging.
Oberhof Fruchttrockner B-53
Reliable and functional convective dryer with environmentally friendly and safe dehydrogenation technology. It works with 800 W power and low noise, and the range of available temperatures in the range of 29 to 70 ° C. The housing is made of food grade plastic pallets - stainless steel with non-stick coating. Machine control sensor on the display, the user can monitor the entire process of dehydration, as there appears the temperature and time.
Pros:
- uniformly handles Products due to advanced air convection system;
- feature available homemade yogurt and marshmallow;
- provided timer to 24 hours;
- built-in overheat protection;
- There are different temperature settings for each type of fruit and vegetables;
- The set includes 10 conventional pallets, and one for the pastes, which can be adjusted in height.
Buy a dehydrator Oberhof Fruchttrockner B-53 on the official website of the manufacturer.
Ezidri Snackmaker FD500
NZ apparatus convection-type heater with a lower placing. It is considered the best choice for the average family. Five trays enough for a single load of 7 kg product. If necessary, the number of trays can be adjusted to 15 with a corresponding increase in capacity. Pallets and housing are made of harmless ABS plastic, which is not heated during the drying process. The design is provided a touch controller heating modes. The disadvantages include:
- no timer and switch;
- insufficient length of the cord for connection to the mains;
- noise operation.
If you compare this model with the older analogue of the same brand, the disadvantage may seem less power 500 versus 1000 Watts. However, this does not affect the quality and speed of work, provide energy savings.
Breeze
In contrast to the previous device this budget unit with a relatively simple construction. The plastic housing is put three trays, compact size combined with low weight. It provides a convenient temperature setting with rotary knob. A simple device, and cost-effective combined with good functionality. Among the shortcomings most frequently mentioned small height pallets, large fruits may adhere to the upper tray.
Drought-M8
For unpretentious name hides quite efficient machine with decent working volume. Eight trays, each 700 g at a time can take up to 6 kg processing fruit. The design is made up of heat-resistant plastic. Other advantages of the model are:
- reasonable price;
- quality performance and reliability;
- the presence of thermal fuse.
The main disadvantage of the absence of the mode switch, but even in a given mode, the unit copes well with its intended purpose.
Voltaire 1000 lux
Convection unit from domestic producers. The total volume of 5 trays allows load to two dozen kilograms. The thermostat allows to adjust temperature in the range of from 30 to 75 ° C. Cold air cooling is provided, each of trays 15 is provided with its own tap for supplying air. This feature eliminates odors mixing and ensures uniformity of the treatment. It is possible to install additional pallets, but they are expensive, which is a minus.
Zelmer 36Z011
The first experience of the famous Polish brand in the production of drying units. The successful combination of simplicity, functionality and reliability of the device makes it popular in spite of a significant upgrade to the lineup.
Among the obvious advantages
- wide range of temperatures depending on the product;
- thermal fuse, which prevents overheating;
- roomy trays 4 pieces can take up to 11 kg;
- their design allows for washing in the dishwasher.
The disadvantages of the missing and the timer display, which complicates control over the functioning of the unit. The instructions are no recommendations for drying time and mode of different fruits.
rotor Diva
Another successful example of domestic developments. On a variety of processed foods universal dryer. Roominess enough to meet the needs of the family of intermediate composition, 5 trays are designed for 7 liters. Fine mesh well kept small diameter berries, other fines, dust appearing during drying. Undoubted advantages combine high reliability with an acceptable cost and nearly noiseless. Disadvantages: lack of a candy tray and display exaggerated power consumption.
tefal DF1008
Qualitative French vertical type dehydrator convection principle action. There are three temperature levels, drying without heating, there is a tray with a silicone substrate for watery fruit. The workspace consists of five transparent trays. volume ratio and capacity accelerates the dehydration process. Among the shortcomings absence disables the timer is less often mentioned a short power cord.
Belomo 8360
Belarusian dehydrator for fruits and vegetables with cooking pastes. There is an outer control unit, infinitely adjustable thermostat, temperature limit of 60 ° C. The total amount is divided into three zones, trays in the lower part designed for grass and green, the middle and upper used for vegetables, fruits, mushrooms. An important advantage of the presence of thermal fuse. Minus - no sleep timer.
axion T33
Pyatipoddonny unit with bottom location of a fan heater. Inside a system for uniform distribution of hot air. It is possible to adjust the working height to the content size. Three modal control allows you to set the settings for a particular product. The list of advantages can be recorded and low noise rubber feet on the bottom part, which increases stability on slippery surfaces. The disadvantage are considered drying time and no timer.
Among these instruments there was a bad sample with low functionality. All of them will become reliable assistants housewife in harvesting the crop. Most favorably with a combination of good performance and affordable cost.
