{"product_id":"blue-alpine-large-select-freeze-dryer","title":"Blue Alpine Large Select Freeze Dryer","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Blue Alpine Large Select Freeze Dryer is a high-capacity home freeze dryer designed for larger batches, with up to 25 lb of food capacity, five 13\" x 18\" stainless steel trays, an 857W cooling system, customizable recipes, and an included premium vacuum pump.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlue Alpine's current BA70LFD platform measures 24\" x 25.5\" x 34\", weighs 130 lb, and provides 1,170 square inches of total tray area across five standard half-sheet trays.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCapacity: Up to 25 lb Per Batch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTrays: 5 Full 13\" x 18\" Trays\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCooling: 857W \/ ½ HP Cubigel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePower: 120V \/ Dedicated 20A Circuit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eUp to 25 lb Per Cycle\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Large Select has a manufacturer-rated maximum food capacity of 25 lb, with Blue Alpine listing approximately 16 lb as a normal 24-hour-cycle load.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts larger chamber also supports up to 3.25 gallons of liquid, with a maximum overall sublimated ice capacity of 3.62 gallons.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFive 13\" x 18\" Stainless Steel Trays\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFive stainless steel 13\" x 18\" half-sheet trays provide a combined 1,170 in² of tray area, nearly double the 601 in² provided by the Medium model.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe standard half-sheet-pan format also makes sourcing additional trays straightforward.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePowerful 857W Cooling System\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt the center of the Large Select is a ½ HP Cubigel refrigeration compressor delivering 857W of cooling capacity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe system uses R1270 propylene refrigerant and carries a 150g refrigerant charge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA circulating fan inside the chamber assists with freezing food before the vacuum drying stage begins.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSmart, Customizable Software\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlue Alpine gives users both simple preset operation and control over individual freeze-drying parameters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBuilt-in recipes are provided for greens, meat, fruit, liquids, and delicate foods. Each recipe can be edited to change freeze time, dry time, dry temperature, and pressure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQuickStart is also available for beginning a cycle using the machine's default settings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAdjustable Pressure \u0026amp; Temperature\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDuring the drying stage, the Large Select regulates three primary parameters: pressure, shelf temperature, and drying time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlue Alpine's control algorithm uses onboard sensors to regulate chamber pressure and food temperature throughout the drying process.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShelf temperature can be set from 1°F to 165°F, allowing settings to be adjusted for different foods.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eP100 Chamber Filter\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA P100 particulate filter inside the chamber helps prevent food particles from entering and contaminating the vacuum pump oil while also helping prevent pump feedback from contaminating food.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePremium Vacuum Pump Included\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Large Select includes a premium 1 HP vacuum pump and oil.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlue Alpine's current owner's manual specifies the included Large pump at 8 CFM \/ 1 HP.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe pump connects directly to the freeze dryer and is controlled by the machine during operation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eOptional Commercial Vacuum Pump Upgrade\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn upgraded Commercial Freeze Dryer Vacuum Pump is available as a configuration option in place of the standard premium pump.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSelect your preferred pump when ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBuilt for Larger Batch Processing\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Large Select uses an aluminum chassis, polycarbonate door, and 15.7\" diameter chamber.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith substantially more tray area and food capacity than the Medium, it is Blue Alpine's higher-capacity option for users who want to process larger quantities per batch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSeven Color Options\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Large Select is available in seven colors: Midnight Black, Blazing Orange, Alps White, Forest Green, Orchid Lavender, Tropical Teal, and Berry Pink.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMidnight Black is the standard-priced color. The other colors carry an additional charge, shown on each color option when ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDedicated 20A Circuit Required\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Large operates on 120V \/ 60Hz power with a maximum draw of 17A \/ 2,040W and average draw of 12A \/ 1,440W.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnlike the Medium model, the Large requires a grounded 20A outlet and circuit, with the freeze dryer as the only device on that circuit. Blue Alpine also specifies that the machine must be plugged directly into the wall rather than an extension cord.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRecommended Installation \u0026amp; Care\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlug the freeze dryer directly into a dedicated, grounded 20A outlet and circuit. Do not use an extension cord.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAllow at least 1 ft of ventilation clearance around the unit.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInstall in a room of at least 20 ft² with an 8 ft ceiling.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOperate in an ambient temperature between 32°F and 90°F.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse the preset recipes as starting points and adjust freeze time, dry time, dry temperature, and pressure as needed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlue Alpine Large Select Freeze Dryer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePower Cord\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePremium Vacuum Pump + Oil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eImpulse Sealer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e5 Stainless Steel 13\" x 18\" Trays\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e5 Silicone Mats\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e50 Mylar Bags\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e50 Oxygen Absorbers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlue Alpine\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProduct\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLarge Select Freeze Dryer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBA70LFD\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMachine Dimensions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e24\" W x 25.5\" D x 34\" H\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMachine Weight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e130 lb\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eShipping Weight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e220 lb\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eChassis Material\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAluminum\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDoor Material\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePolycarbonate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eChamber Diameter\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e15.7\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMaximum Food Capacity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e25 lb\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNormal 24-Hour Load\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApprox. 16 lb\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMaximum Liquid Capacity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3.25 gal \/ 12.3 L\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMax 24-Hour Sublimated Ice Capacity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2.61 gal \/ 9.8 L\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMaximum Overall Sublimated Ice Capacity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3.62 gal \/ 13.7 L\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTray 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