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Benchfoods 16 Tray Commercial Food Dehydrator

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16 Tray Commercial Dehydrator

Benchfoods 16 Tray Commercial Food Dehydrator

A 100% stainless steel, UL and NSF certified commercial dehydrator with 2.56 square metres of tray area across 16 trays. Adjustable from 15°C to 90°C, plus an Ambient Air Mode, with forced air convection that dries evenly without rotating trays. Backed by a 5 year commercial warranty, and upgradeable to a biltong dryer.

✓ 16 Trays, 2.56m² Tray Area ✓ UL & NSF Certified ✓ 5 Year Commercial Warranty ✓ Biltong Bundle Available
Benchfoods 16 Tray commercial dehydrator, front side view
  • ✓304 food grade stainless steel trays
    Dry food evenly on both sides, no rotation needed
  • ✓2.56m² of drying space
    Ideal for large homesteads and small businesses processing in bulk
  • ✓Forced air convection
    High efficiency airflow reaches all 16 trays evenly
  • ✓Ambient Air Mode
    Run at room temperature for gentle drying without added heat

Bulk Capacity Without Going Full Commercial

16 stainless steel mesh trays give you 2.56 square metres of total drying area, well beyond what a household dehydrator can manage. It suits large-scale homesteads and small businesses wanting to process fruit, jerky, vegetables, grains, herbs or pet treats in real volume without stepping up to a 32-tray unit.

Benchfoods 16 Tray commercial dehydrator, open front view

Precise Control, Set And Forget

Set an exact temperature from 15°C to 90°C in 1-degree increments, or switch to Ambient Air Mode to dry at room temperature. The 199-hour digital timer with memory function lets you save your preferred settings, so you can start a batch and walk away with confidence.

Benchfoods 16 Tray commercial dehydrator, digital control panel

Built For Ongoing Commercial Use

100% stainless steel, two-walled construction is designed for continuous, everyday commercial operation, and pulls up to 50% less energy than other models with the same dry time. Now UL and NSF certified, the unit runs at a quiet 40dB and is backed by a 5-year commercial warranty covering material and workmanship defects under normal use.

Benchfoods 16 Tray commercial dehydrator, premium stainless steel materials

Dimensions & Key Specs

  • Unit Dimensions470mm W x 730mm H x 575mm D
  • Chamber Dimensions415mm W x 580mm H x 400mm D
  • Weight30kg
  • Tray Count16 stainless steel mesh trays
  • Tray Area2.56m² total
  • Tray Size40cm x 40cm each
  • Temperature Range15°C to 90°C, plus Ambient Air Mode

Specifications

What's In the Box

  • Benchfoods 16 Tray commercial dehydrator
  • 16 stainless steel mesh trays
  • 1 stainless steel drip tray
  • 16 silicone mesh mats
  • 8 silicone solid mats
  • 1 silicone oven mitt

Power & Electrical

Max power draw 1.5kW, average power draw 750W, 220 to 240V, 50 to 60Hz, max amperage 8A. Requires a single-phase 10A safety breaker.

Performance

Forced air convection with 14mm x 14mm mesh spacing and 35mm between trays. 199-hour digital timer with a memory function for saving your settings, and a quiet average operating noise level of 40dB.

Biltong Bundle & Warranty

Upgrade to a 40cm x 40cm stainless steel rack and butcher hook bundle to convert this unit into a biltong dryer. Covered by a 5 year commercial warranty on material and workmanship defects under normal use.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need to rotate the trays while drying?

No. The forced air convection system reaches all 16 trays evenly, so food dries on both sides without needing to be rotated or turned during the cycle.

Can this be used to make biltong?

Yes. An upgrade bundle with a 40cm by 40cm stainless steel rack and butcher hook converts this unit into a biltong dryer.

What is Ambient Air Mode?

It runs the fan without adding heat, drying at room temperature. It suits foods that need gentle airflow rather than warmth, or a lower energy option when you do not need the full heated cycle.

What is the power requirement for this dehydrator?

It draws up to 1.5kW on 220 to 240V and needs a single phase 10A safety breaker, lighter duty than the 32 tray models.

Is this dehydrator certified for commercial use?

Yes. It is UL and NSF certified and built from 100% stainless steel for ongoing, everyday commercial operation.

Do you offer a price match guarantee?

Yes. Found it cheaper elsewhere? Let us know and we will do our best to beat it.

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