Blue Alpine Medium Elite Freeze Dryer
The Medium Elite measures 20" x 21" x 30" and weighs approximately 110 lbs. Its typical 24-hour load is about 10 lbs. The five-tray format uses familiar 9" x 13" trays.
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Blue Alpine Large Freeze Dryer
Regular price From $3,995.00 USDRegular price$4,095.00 USDSale price From $3,995.00 USDSale -
Blue Alpine Medium Elite Freeze Dryer
Regular price From $3,495.00 USDRegular price$3,695.00 USDSale price From $3,495.00 USDSale -
Blue Alpine Large Elite Freeze Dryer
Regular price From $4,595.00 USDRegular price$4,795.00 USDSale price From $4,595.00 USDSale
Blue Alpine Freeze Dryer Comparison
Compare the three Blue Alpine freeze dryers in this collection: the Medium Elite, Large, and Large Elite. Review their capacity, tray format, dimensions, electrical requirements, and controls side by side before choosing a model.
Blue Alpine Medium Elite Freeze Dryer
The Blue Alpine Medium Elite freeze dryer is the smaller platform in this collection. It has five 9" x 13" trays and a published maximum capacity of 15 lbs. per cycle. Blue Alpine lists a typical 24-hour load of about 10 lbs.
The Medium Elite measures 20" x 21" x 30", weighs approximately 110 lbs., and requires 120V / 15A power. Its Elite controls include independent shelf sensing and temperature control, digital temperature and vacuum sensors, customizable saved recipes, in-cycle adjustments, and KF vacuum fittings.
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Blue Alpine Large Freeze Dryer
The Blue Alpine Large freeze dryer in this collection is the Select configuration. It has five 13" x 18" trays and a published maximum capacity of 25 lbs. per cycle. Blue Alpine lists a typical 24-hour load of about 16 lbs.
The Large measures 24" x 25.5" x 34", weighs approximately 130 lbs. with the pump, and requires 120V / 20A power. It shares its tray size, listed capacity, and overall dimensions with the Large Elite; the model configuration and controls are different.
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Blue Alpine Large Elite Freeze Dryer
The Blue Alpine Large Elite freeze dryer uses the same large platform as the Select model: five 13" x 18" trays, a published maximum capacity of 25 lbs. per cycle, and a typical 24-hour load of about 16 lbs.
Its listed dimensions are 24" x 25.5" x 34", its listed weight is approximately 130 lbs. with the pump, and it requires 120V / 20A power. The Large Elite adds Elite controls, including independent shelf sensing and control, digital sensors, saved recipes, in-cycle adjustments, and KF vacuum fittings.
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Blue Alpine Medium Elite vs. Large vs. Large Elite
This Blue Alpine freeze dryer comparison brings the main specifications together. Use maximum capacity to understand the rated batch limit and the typical 24-hour load as a separate planning figure.
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| Specification | Medium Elite Medium platform From $3,495.00 | Large Select configuration From $3,995.00 | Large Elite Large Elite configuration From $4,595.00 |
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| Maximum capacity per cycle | Up to 15 lbs. | Up to 25 lbs. | Up to 25 lbs. |
| Typical 24-hour load | About 10 lbs. | About 16 lbs. | About 16 lbs. |
| Tray configuration | Five trays | Five trays | Five trays |
| Tray dimensions | 9" x 13" | 13" x 18" | 13" x 18" |
| Machine dimensions | 20" W x 21" D x 30" H | 24" W x 25.5" D x 34" H | 24" W x 25.5" D x 34" H |
| Approximate listed weight | About 110 lbs. | About 130 lbs. with pump | About 130 lbs. with pump |
| Electrical requirement | 120V / 15A | 120V / 20A | 120V / 20A |
| Control configuration | Elite | Select | Elite |
| Elite control features | Independent shelf sensing and control, digital temperature and vacuum sensors, saved recipes, in-cycle adjustments, and KF fittings. | Select configuration. Review its product listing for the controls and included configuration. | Independent shelf sensing and control, digital temperature and vacuum sensors, saved recipes, in-cycle adjustments, and KF fittings. |
Figures are listed product specifications. Maximum capacity is not the same as a typical 24-hour load. Confirm the current product listing and configuration before ordering.
Which Blue Alpine Freeze Dryer Fits Your Requirements?
Start with your expected batch size, available tray area, installation space, and electrical service. Then choose between the Select and Elite control configurations offered in this collection.
Medium Elite
Blue Alpine Medium Elite Freeze Dryer
Consider the Medium Elite if its 9" x 13" tray format and smaller footprint better fit your planned batches and installation area.
- Up to 15 lbs. per cycle
- Five 9" x 13" trays
- 20" x 21" x 30" listed dimensions
- 120V / 15A electrical requirement
Large Select
Blue Alpine Large Freeze Dryer
Consider the Large if you want the larger tray format and 25 lb. published capacity in the Select configuration.
- Up to 25 lbs. per cycle
- Five 13" x 18" trays
- 24" x 25.5" x 34" listed dimensions
- 120V / 20A electrical requirement
Large Elite
Blue Alpine Large Elite Freeze Dryer
Consider the Large Elite if you want the Large platform with the Elite control and sensing features.
- Up to 25 lbs. per cycle
- Five 13" x 18" trays
- 24" x 25.5" x 34" listed dimensions
- 120V / 20A electrical requirement
Blue Alpine Freeze Dryer Electrical Requirements
The Medium Elite is listed for 120V / 15A power. The Large and Large Elite are listed for 120V / 20A. Confirm the electrical requirement for the model you select and verify that your installation location has the appropriate circuit.
Blue Alpine Machine Dimensions & Clearance
Measure the planned location before ordering. Blue Alpine advises allowing room for the machine door to open, space beside the machine for the vacuum pump, and at least six inches of clearance on each side for ventilation.
Blue Alpine Freeze Dryer Questions
What is the difference between the Blue Alpine Medium Elite and Large?
The Medium Elite has five 9" x 13" trays, a published maximum capacity of 15 lbs. per cycle, 20" x 21" x 30" listed dimensions, and a 120V / 15A requirement. The Large has five 13" x 18" trays, a published maximum capacity of 25 lbs. per cycle, 24" x 25.5" x 34" listed dimensions, and a 120V / 20A requirement.
How does the Blue Alpine Large compare with the Large Elite?
The Large and Large Elite share the same listed tray size, capacity, dimensions, weight, and electrical requirement. The Large is the Select configuration. The Large Elite adds Elite controls, including independent shelf sensing and control, digital temperature and vacuum sensors, saved recipes, in-cycle adjustments, and KF vacuum fittings.
What are the Blue Alpine Medium Elite dimensions?
The Blue Alpine Medium Elite is listed at approximately 20" wide, 21" deep, and 30" high. Allow additional room for the door to open, the vacuum pump, and ventilation.
What electrical service do the Blue Alpine models require?
The Medium Elite is listed for 120V / 15A power. The Large and Large Elite are listed for 120V / 20A. Confirm the current specifications and owner's manual before installation.
How much food can a Blue Alpine freeze dryer process per cycle?
Blue Alpine lists a maximum capacity of up to 15 lbs. per cycle for the Medium Elite and up to 25 lbs. per cycle for the Large and Large Elite. Typical 24-hour loads are listed at about 10 lbs. for the Medium Elite and about 16 lbs. for the Large models.