30 Tray Commercial Dehydrator, 3 Zone
Benchfoods 30 Tray Commercial Food Dehydrator
A 100% stainless steel commercial dehydrator with 3 independent zones and 4.8 square metres of tray area across 30 trays. Adjustable from 15 degrees C to 90 degrees C, plus an Ambient Air Mode, with horizontal forced air convection, a programmable PLC control panel and staged drying. Backed by a 5 year commercial warranty.
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✓304 food grade stainless steel trays
Dry food evenly on both sides, no rotation needed -
✓3 independent drying zones
Run different times and temperatures across the unit -
✓Horizontal forced air convection
Even airflow reaches all 30 trays -
✓PLC control panel
Programmable staged drying, CSV data export and remote app control
Commercial Capacity, Three Independent Zones
30 stainless steel mesh trays give you 4.8 square metres of total drying area. The unit is split into 3 independent zones, each with its own 63 litre chamber, so you can run different products at different settings in different sections of the same unit.
PLC Control, Staged Drying, Remote Monitoring
Set an exact temperature from 15 degrees C to 90 degrees C in 1 degree increments, or switch to Ambient Air Mode. The PLC control panel supports programmable staged drying across up to 5 steps, a completion cooling cycle, CSV data export and remote operational control through an app, alongside DrySync humidity cycling technology.
Built For Ongoing Commercial Use
100% stainless steel, double walled construction is designed for continuous commercial operation, pulling up to 50 percent less energy than comparable models. UL and NSF certified, running at an average 45dB, and backed by a 5 year commercial warranty covering material and workmanship defects under normal use.
Dimensions & Key Specs
- Unit Dimensions470mm W x 1370mm H x 580mm D
- Chamber Dimensions415mm W x 380mm H x 400mm D, per zone, 63L per zone
- Weight43.5kg
- Tray Count30 stainless steel mesh trays
- Tray Area4.8m² total
- Tray Size40cm x 40cm each
- Temperature Range15°C to 90°C, plus Ambient Air Mode
Specifications
What's In the Box
- Benchfoods 30 Tray commercial dehydrator
- 30 stainless steel mesh trays
- 3 stainless steel pan drip trays
Power & Electrical
Max power draw 3kW, average power draw 1.5kW, 220 to 240V, 50 to 60Hz, max amperage 12A. Requires a single phase 15A safety breaker. Supplied with a 3 wire cable and no plug tip.
Performance
Horizontal forced air convection with 14mm x 14mm mesh spacing and 35mm between trays. 0 to 199 hour digital timer with memory function, PLC control panel, DrySync humidity cycling and an average operating noise level of 45dB.
Biltong Bundle Upgrade
Available with the Biltong Bundle configuration, adding 3 stainless steel biltong racks and 90 stainless steel butcher hooks so you can hang meat alongside standard tray drying.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does 3 independent zones mean?
The dehydrator is split into three separate 63 litre chambers, each with its own controls, so you can run different products at different temperatures and times in the same unit at once.
What is the difference between the Standard and Biltong Bundle configurations?
The Standard configuration includes the dehydrator with 30 mesh trays and 3 drip pans. The Biltong Bundle configuration adds 3 stainless steel biltong racks and 90 stainless steel butcher hooks so you can hang meat for biltong alongside standard tray drying.
Do I need to rotate the trays while drying?
No. The horizontal forced air convection system reaches all 30 trays evenly, so food dries without needing to be rotated during the cycle.
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.