The CDS Model R5 Commercial Dehydrator: This commercial electric dehydrator is made in the USA. Cabinet and trays are stainless steel. Temperature is adjustable from ambient to 200° F. The duty cycle is 100%, so this commercial dehydrator can be run as long as needed for high moisture foods. Fully electric operation.

Made in U.S.A.

CDS Model R5 Commercial Dehydrator Specifications:

14 trays each 24" x 38", total 88.7 sq. ft. drying area
Dimensions: 60"W x 31"D x 48"H
Thermostatic temperature control, ambient to 200° F.
Fully insulated
Heating element: 8800 watts
Electric rating: 50 amps @ 220V, 1-phase
Fan: 3/4 HP, four speeds
Adjustable fresh air inlet
Integrated wheels
Weight: 510 lbs. net w/o trays

Warranty: 1 full year manufacturer's warranty, parts & labor for commercial or home use

CDS Model R5 Commercial Dehydrator Base Price: $9,933.00 CDS R5 Commercial Dehydrator: $10,697.00 w/14 solid stainless trays CDS R5 Commercial Dehydrator: $11,865.00 w/14 perforated trays Accessory 12" height extender stand: $86.00

Additional available options include perforated trays, manual humidity control damper, chart recorder, mechanical or digital moisture balance, and moisture analyzer.

Orders for this item are taken by phone. To order call 1-800-433-1091 or E-mail. (NOTE: This phone line is answered "1st Optima") Click for phone hours

Special Notes: Shipping on this item is not free. Ships by motor freight. Call for crating & shipping quote. Due to high production cost and our desire to keep your cost as low as possible by eliminating credit card transaction fees, this item cannot be ordered on credit card. Ordering options include check, postal money order, or bank wire.

If you need food dryer equipment larger than what you see on this page, please email or call. Pleasant Hill Grain can provide large scale drying equipment for food drying projects of any scale.

Excalibur Commercial Food Dehydrator: Manufactured in the USA, Excalibur commercial food dehydrators are constructed of stainless steel inside and out. All seams are welded to prevent food trapping and bacterial contamination. Excalibur commercial dehydrators are NSF approved. Back-to-front air flow provides extremely even drying. This commercial dehydrator has been in production for a number of years and is a proven, reliable performer.

Easy Cleaning: Door, trays and tray supports are quickly removable for easy cleanup. Motor and fan are connected to a hinged back assembly that's held to the case with wing nuts.

Computerized Control: The Excalibur stainless commercial food dehydrator has computerized digital readout, 99 hour timer, and temperature control is adjustable anywhere from 80-200+ degrees F, with automatic shutoff capability.

Stainless Steel Trays: Twelve stainless steel trays each measure 23.5" x 25.25" with 1.25" spacing between trays. Removable FDA-approved polypropylene drying inserts are included for all trays. Total drying space is 50 square feet.

Dimensions: All-stainless case measures 20"H x 32.5"W x 31"D. Shipping wt. 160 lbs.

Electrical: 208-240V, 60 HZ, 2040 Watts, runs at 10 amps on 208V or 11 amps on 240V. Four 6.5" fans. A 30 amp breaker is required to handle start-up current draw. We suggest you hardwire the unit; a plug can be used but is not included.

Accessories: Teflon drying sheets are available.

Warranty: 1 Year manufacturer's warranty, parts & labor for commercial or home use.

Special Notes: Shipping on this item is not free. Ships by motor freight. Call for crating & shipping quote. Due to high production cost and our desire to keep your cost as low as possible by eliminating credit card transaction fees, this item cannot be ordered on credit card. Ordering options include check, postal money order, or bank wire.

Excalibur Commercial Dehydrator, 1-Zone: $6,495.00

Orders for this item are taken by phone. To order call 1-800-321-1073 or E-mail. (Click for phone hours)

The TSM D-14 Commercial Dehydrator: Successor to the very successful D12 dehydrator, this stainless steel dehydrator is made in the USA to meet the needs of small commercial food drying operations. Its solid state control system has a 99 hour timer and temperature probe that allows you to monitor dryer state without opening, keeping heat inside. Temperature setting can be changed during drying session without resetting timer. The D-14 commercial dehydrator will achieve a temperature of 150° F in 3 hours or less for fast, efficient jerky drying. Air flows from back to front. You get over 36 square feet of drying area on large rectangular wire dehydrating racks. Fully electric operation. Smooth electronic control panel wipes clean with damp cloth. Dehydrator's internal temperature range is 84° to 200°, is adjustable in 5° increments and is maintained to +/- 2° of the setting.

Great Value in a Commercial Dehydrator: The D14 is the only dehydrator in its size range, offering great performance at a reasonable price. Coupled with the convenience of using 110V current for run-anywhere versatility, the TSM D-14 offers outstanding value in a commercial dehydrator. Manufactured in the USA.

Construction Materials: The D14 dehydrator has a stainless steel cabinet. It can be ordered with your choice of two different types of racks: Chromed steel with 3/4" holes between wires, or stainless steel with 3/8" holes.

Rack Spacing: Spacing between racks 1.25". Any number of racks can be removed to create a drying
cavity with fewer racks but more space between racks.

TSM D-14 Commercial Dehydrator Specifications:

110 Volt, 60 Hz (standard household current) 1600 watt heating elements (2 x 800W each) Dual 7" fans for strong air flow LED display that includes: Temp setting 84°F-200°F, timer, and actual temperature Quick-detach fan/heater section 17 hour timer 15-18 lb. jerky capacity 3-4 hour start to finish for jerky 14 wire racks each 20.75” x 18” (2.6 sq. ft. per rack) Space between racks: 1.25" Space between wires within rack (choose 3/4" or 3/8" from models listed below.) Outside dimensions: 21.5”W × 22.25"D x 30.3"H Weight: 60-72 lbs, depending on type of racks installed

Warranty: 1 full year manufacturer's warranty for commercial or home use

Made in U.S.A.

Note: The mfg. has not submitted the D14 for NSF inspection. We have many customers using the commercially-warranted D14 to make jerky and other dried foods for sale, but regulations governing commercial food equipment specifications vary widely between localities so producers must confirm suitability before ordering.

Accessories for D14 Dehydrator

Poly mesh screens: Lay on racks for small foods, 1/4" holes, food grade
Teflon sheets: Solid but flexible nonstick sheets for sticky and/or liquidy materials

All D14 dehydrator models listed below are identical except for different drying rack types.

D14 Dehyd. w/Chrome Racks: $945.99 Qty: Racks in this model have 3/4" hole size and are chrome plated steel.

D14 Dehyd. w/Stainless Racks: $1124.99 Qty: Racks in this model have 3/8" hole size and are stainless steel.

Poly Mesh 18.5x20.75 Inches, Single: $7.99 Qty:

Teflon Sheet 18x20.75 inches, Single: $7.99 Qty:

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All D14 dehydrator models above includes 14 racks. If you want extra racks, they're available here.

Chrome Rack for D14, Single: $9.99 Qty: FREE FedEx SHIPPING if order total is over $99*. ($7.95 flat-rate shipping under $99)         Click for Info/Help

Stainless Rack for D14, Single: $27.99 Qty: FREE FedEx SHIPPING if order total is over $99*. ($7.95 flat-rate shipping under $99)         Click for Info/Help

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How To Dry Foods by Deanna DeLong

Deanna DeLong's beautifully illustrated 160 page book, How To Dry Foods is loaded with practical how-to's for preserving all kinds of fruits, vegetables and nuts, and includes many dehydrator recipes for using your delicious dried foods.

HP-9 Book: How To Dry Foods: $14.99 Qty: FREE FedEx SHIPPING if order total is over $99*. ($7.95 flat-rate shipping under $99)         Click for Info/Help

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Food Drying With an Attitude by Mary Bell

This ultimate food drying resource has something for everyone: Natural and raw food enthusiasts, hunters, fishermen, gourmet cooks, gardeners, vegetarians, farmers, hikers, and even fast food junkies. With more than thirty years of food drying experience, Mary T. Bell offers straightforward and practical instructions for drying everything from yogurt to sauerkraut to blue cheese, without ignoring traditional favorites such as jerky, mushrooms, and bananas. Throughout, Bell offers nutritional tips and highlights the time, space, and money saving benefits of food dehydrating. Also included are descriptions of how food dehydrators work to give readers a better understanding of the tools of the craft. Food Drying with an Attitude gives readers the recipes, instructions, and inspiration they need to get the most out of their home food dehydrators."What a glorious book! This is now essential reading for our entire culinary team at Charlie Trotter's restaurant." — Charlie Trotter 142 pages, full color illustration.

Food Drying With an Attitude: $14.99 Qty: FREE FedEx SHIPPING if order total is over $99*. ($7.95 flat-rate shipping under $99)         Click for Info/Help

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