The Pilot Freeze Dryer with 10kg Capacity is a compact, high-performance vacuum freeze-drying system designed for research laboratories, pilot production, and small-scale food or pharmaceutical processing. Utilizing advanced lyophilization technology, this equipment removes water from frozen materials through sublimation under low-pressure vacuum conditions. By converting ice directly into vapor without passing through the liquid phase, the freeze dryer ensures that products retain their original shape, color, flavor, texture, and nutritional content. This pilot-scale system is ideal for testing and developing new products before scaling up to industrial production.
Capacity: 10 kg per batch
Drying Chamber: Stainless steel, corrosion-resistant, insulated for energy efficiency
Shelf Heating: Adjustable heating shelves with precise temperature control up to 120°C
Vacuum System: Integrated vacuum pump with digital vacuum control, maintaining pressures as low as 10–30 Pa
Cold Trap: Refrigerated condenser for water vapor capture, capable of temperatures down to –50°C
Control System: PLC and touchscreen interface for programmable drying cycles and real-time monitoring
Material Tray Size: Standard trays for uniform product loading and efficient heat transfer
Power Supply: Compatible with laboratory and small-scale production environments
The 10kg pilot freeze dryer is versatile and widely used for:
Food Research and Development: Freeze-drying fruits, vegetables, herbs, mushrooms, and pet food
Pharmaceutical Industry: Drying sensitive drugs, vaccines, enzymes, and biologics
Nutritional Supplements: Preparing powdered formulations with maximum nutrient retention
Pilot Production: Small-scale product trials before full-scale commercial production
Laboratory Studies: Testing freeze-drying parameters, rehydration rates, and shelf-life evaluations
Preparation: Pre-freeze materials at low temperatures (typically –30°C to –50°C) to form solid ice crystals.
Loading: Place the frozen materials on trays inside the vacuum drying chamber, ensuring even spacing for airflow and heat transfer.
Drying Cycle: Close the chamber door, start the vacuum pump, and set the desired temperature and pressure parameters. The system will sublimate ice while the cold trap captures water vapor.
Monitoring: The control system tracks temperature, pressure, and drying time, with automatic adjustments to maintain optimal drying conditions.
Completion: When drying is complete, the chamber is slowly returned to atmospheric pressure using inert gas or clean air. Remove the freeze-dried products for packaging or further testing.
Q: Can I freeze-dry liquid samples?
A: Yes, liquids can be frozen in trays or vials before starting the cycle.
Q: How long does a batch take?
A: Typical drying time ranges from 12 to 36 hours depending on material type, moisture content, and shelf temperature.
Q: What maintenance is required?
A: Regular cleaning of trays, vacuum seals, and the cold trap is recommended. Check refrigerant and vacuum pump operation periodically.
Q: Can I scale up this process?
A: Yes, pilot data from this 10kg system can be used to design larger industrial freeze-drying systems.
The Pilot Freeze Dryer with 10kg capacity provides a reliable, efficient, and precise solution for research, pilot production, and small-scale manufacturing. Its compact design, advanced control system, and excellent nutrient retention make it ideal for developing high-quality freeze-dried foods, pharmaceuticals, and nutritional products while supporting accurate scale-up to larger production systems.
Pilot Freeze Dryer with 10 kg Capacity: Compact Industrial Lyophilizer
A pilot freeze dryer with 10 kg capacity is a compact vacuum lyophilizer designed for laboratory, R&D, and small-scale pilot production. Freeze drying, or lyophilization, is a dehydration process that removes water from frozen products through sublimation under vacuum, preserving nutritional value, flavor, color, and structural integrity.
Pilot freeze dryers are ideal for product testing, process optimization, and small-batch production before scaling up to full industrial equipment. With precise control and energy-efficient operation, these systems are widely used in food, pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and agricultural applications.
Compact Design: Small footprint suitable for laboratories and pilot plants.
10 kg Batch Capacity: Supports small-scale production and testing.
Vacuum-Assisted Sublimation: Ensures efficient moisture removal without compromising product quality.
Stainless Steel Drying Chamber: Durable, corrosion-resistant, and hygienic.
Radiant Heating Shelves: Provide uniform heat distribution for consistent drying.
Integrated Ice Condenser (Cold Trap): Captures sublimated water vapor efficiently.
Automated Control System: PLC or digital controller monitors temperature, vacuum, and cycle parameters.
Flexible Applications: Compatible with diverse materials including food, pharmaceuticals, and biological samples.
The pilot freeze drying process involves four main stages:
Clean and portion raw materials.
Spread evenly on trays to ensure uniform freezing and drying.
Materials are frozen at low temperatures, typically –30°C to –45°C, forming ice crystals that facilitate sublimation.
The drying chamber is evacuated to low pressure using a vacuum pump.
Radiant heating shelves gradually supply heat to the product, causing ice to sublimate directly into water vapor.
Sublimated vapor is captured by the ice condenser, maintaining vacuum and preventing condensation in the chamber.
Slightly increasing shelf temperature removes bound water.
Final moisture content typically falls below 5%, ensuring long shelf life and product stability.
Drying Chamber: Stainless steel construction with airtight doors and observation window.
Ice Condenser (Cold Trap): Captures sublimated vapor efficiently.
Vacuum System: Maintains stable low-pressure conditions.
Heating System: Radiant shelves with precise temperature control.
Control System: PLC or digital interface for monitoring temperature, vacuum, and drying cycles.
Tray and Material Handling: Aluminum trays or racks for easy loading and unloading.
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Model | Pilot Freeze Dryer 10 kg Capacity |
| Drying Chamber Material | Stainless steel |
| Tray Material | Aluminum alloy |
| Batch Capacity | 10 kg per cycle |
| Shelf Temperature | Ambient to 100 °C |
| Condenser Temperature | –40 °C |
| Working Pressure | 30–133 Pa |
| Vacuum Limit | ≤ 20 Pa |
| Typical Drying Time | 12–24 hours (depends on product type) |
| Control System | PLC or digital controller |
| Door Type | Airtight with observation window |
Freeze-dried fruits: strawberry, blueberry, mango
Freeze-dried vegetables: peas, carrots, corn
Seafood and meat products
Coffee, tea, and instant beverage powders
Vaccines and injectable drugs
Enzymes and biological samples
Antibiotics and lab reagents
Microbial cultures
Probiotics
Research and laboratory samples
Herbs, medicinal plants, and specialty crops
Compact and Flexible: Ideal for laboratory testing and small-batch production.
High Product Quality: Maintains nutrients, flavor, color, and structural integrity.
Energy-Efficient Operation: Optimized heating and vacuum systems.
Precise Control: Digital or PLC control ensures reproducible results.
Versatile Applications: Suitable for food, pharmaceuticals, biotechnology, and agriculture.
Hygienic Design: Stainless steel construction ensures easy cleaning and long-term durability.
Compact freeze dryers with energy-efficient refrigeration and heating.
Automated PLC and digital control for precise drying cycles.
Integration with pilot-scale production for R&D and small-batch optimization.
Scalable design for future industrial expansion.
The pilot freeze dryer with 10 kg capacity provides a reliable, precise, and compact solution for small-scale freeze-drying, ensuring high-quality preservation, process reproducibility, and energy-efficient operation across food, pharmaceutical, and biotechnology industries.
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