SAECSA Solar Food Dryer

The dryer has a solar collector, metal frame, and a chamber to place the food on racks. It requires an area of 11 m² for installation. The main source of energy is sunlight (some food dryers have a gas backup system) which is captured by the 1.3 m² collector and transmitted to the drying chamber through a coil which contains 60% water and 40% anti-freeze. The water vapor from the product (fruits, vegetables, grains, etc.) builds up internal pressure in the chamber which is regulated through a valve to warm up the pulp initially. The stainless steel chamber has a 10 kg to 20 kg daily drying capacity, a metal support, exhaust valve, and a thermostat.

Provided by the manufacturer, through specialized technicians. ^{Interview with representative}

According to the manufacturer the product lasts between 15 to 20 years. They offer a 5 year warranty on the product. ^{Interview with manufacturer}

Testing performed by the manufacturer determined a power consumption of 40 W, however, no third-party testing has been completed.

Potential hazards related to the operation of this product include accidental burning when handling hot trays.