Blue Alpine Medium Elite Freeze Dryer
Blue Alpine Medium Elite Freeze Dryer
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✓ Free Shipping Included in the Lower 48. The Blue Alpine Medium Elite Freeze Dryer currently ships in approximately 2–5 days. Questions before ordering? Call The Nestled Coop at 253-326-2309.
Blue Alpine Medium Elite Freeze Dryer
The Blue Alpine Medium Elite Freeze Dryer combines serious food-preservation capacity with advanced temperature control, customizable software, and a service-friendly design.
Built for families, homesteaders, gardeners, food-storage enthusiasts, and small-batch producers, the Medium Elite delivers professional-style freeze-drying control in a size that is practical for home use.
The Elite generation adds independent shelf sensing and control, fully digital temperature and vacuum sensors, customizable recipes, in-cycle adjustments, upgraded electronics, and KF vacuum fittings. These features give you more precise control over each batch while keeping operation straightforward.
Whether you are preserving garden harvests, meat, complete meals, fruit, dairy, herbs, candy, leftovers, or food for long-term storage, the Medium Elite offers a strong balance of capacity, footprint, and control.
Have questions before ordering? Contact The Nestled Coop at 253-326-2309.
Medium Elite at a Glance
- Up to 15 lbs. of food per cycle
- Approximately 10 lbs. in a normal 24-hour cycle
- Five 9" x 13" stainless steel trays
- Independent temperature sensing and control on every shelf
- Fully digital temperature and vacuum sensors
- Create and save custom freeze-drying recipes
- Adjust active batches during the freeze-drying process
- KF vacuum fittings for easier service and maintenance
- Average freeze-drying cycles of approximately 12–20 hours
- 20" W x 21" D x 30" H
- Approximately 110 lbs.
- 120V / 15A electrical requirement
- Built in Idaho
- Free shipping in the Lower 48
- Current estimated ship time: 2–5 days
Independent Shelf Control & Sensing
One of the biggest upgrades in the Medium Elite is independent temperature sensing and control for every shelf.
Each shelf is equipped with its own temperature sensor and solid-state relay, allowing the machine to control shelf temperatures with greater precision and consistency throughout the freeze-drying cycle.
This helps reduce hot and cold spots while giving users more repeatable results from batch to batch.
Advanced Touchscreen Interface
The Medium Elite is designed to be approachable for new users while still providing the controls experienced freeze-dryer owners want.
Elite Software Features
- Create custom freeze-drying recipes
- Save multiple recipes for different foods
- Adjust an active batch during any stage
- Monitor temperature digitally
- Monitor vacuum levels digitally
- Fine-tune cycles for different products and batch types
Built for Easier Service & Long-Term Use
The Medium Elite was designed with maintenance and serviceability in mind. One of the most important changes is the use of KF vacuum fittings.
KF fittings make vacuum-system connections easier to disconnect, inspect, clean, replace, and maintain without relying on traditional threaded connections.
Blue Alpine has also upgraded the machine's electronics, connectors, wiring, and sensors to improve overall robustness and long-term reliability.
Fully Digital Sensors
The Elite uses digital sensors for both temperature and vacuum monitoring. This provides precise machine feedback and gives the control system the information it needs throughout the freeze-drying process.
What Is Included
- 1x Blue Alpine Medium Elite Freeze Dryer
- 1x Impulse Sealer
- 1x Premium Vacuum Pump + Oil
- 1x Fresh Air Valve Assembly
- 5x Stainless Steel 9" x 13" Trays
- 5x Silicone Mats
- 50x Mylar Bags
- 50x Oxygen Absorbers
- Customer Service & Support
This product also includes an Advanced 3-Stage Oil Mist Filter when purchased with a Commercial Freeze Dryer Vacuum Pump.
Fast Shipping + Free Shipping
Current estimated ship time: 2–5 days.
Free shipping is included within the Lower 48 states, with a few small exceptions.
Made for Home Food Preservation
With five 9" x 13" trays, the Medium Elite provides enough capacity for serious home food preservation while remaining more manageable than a larger commercial-style machine.
It is a strong fit for homesteaders preserving garden harvests, families building long-term food storage, hunters preserving meat, gardeners saving seasonal produce, and anyone who wants greater control over how food is stored for the future.
Why Choose the Medium Elite?
- Independent shelf control: Each shelf has its own temperature sensing and control.
- Custom recipes: Create and save settings for the foods you process most often.
- In-cycle adjustments: Make changes to an active batch as needed.
- Digital monitoring: Digital temperature and vacuum sensors provide precise feedback.
- Service-friendly design: KF vacuum fittings simplify maintenance and component access.
- Useful home capacity: Process up to 15 lbs. of food per cycle.
- Standard tray size: Five familiar 9" x 13" trays.
- Standard household power: 120V operation with a 15-amp circuit requirement.
- Free Lower 48 shipping: No added standard freight charge for most Lower 48 customers.
Medium Elite Specifications
| Specification | Blue Alpine Medium Elite |
|---|---|
| Maximum Food Capacity | Up to 15 lbs. per cycle |
| Typical 24-Hour Load | Approximately 10 lbs. |
| Number of Trays | 5 |
| Tray Size | 9" x 13" |
| Average Cycle Time | Approximately 12–20 hours |
| Machine Size | 20" W x 21" D x 30" H |
| Weight | Approximately 110 lbs. |
| Door Thickness | 1" plexiglass |
| Electrical Requirement | 120V / 15A |
| Maximum Power Draw | 13 amps / 1,560 watts |
| Average Power Draw | 9 amps / 1,080 watts |
| Shelf Control | Independent control and sensing per shelf |
| Temperature Sensors | Digital |
| Vacuum Sensor | Digital |
| Vacuum Connections | KF fittings |
| Shipping | Free within the Lower 48, with a few small exceptions |
| Estimated Ship Time | 2–5 days |
Power Requirements
The Blue Alpine Medium Elite operates on 120V power with a 15-amp circuit requirement. Maximum listed power draw is approximately 13 amps / 1,560 watts, with an average draw of approximately 9 amps / 1,080 watts.
Before your freeze dryer arrives, confirm that your intended location has suitable electrical service, adequate ventilation, a sturdy surface, and enough room for both the freeze dryer and vacuum pump.
Built in Idaho
Blue Alpine freeze dryers are built in Idaho with an emphasis on performance, serviceability, and practical long-term ownership.
If you have questions about the Medium Elite, installation, electrical requirements, capacity, shipping, or choosing the right freeze dryer for your needs, call The Nestled Coop at 253-326-2309.
Blue Alpine Medium Elite Shipping
Free shipping is included within the Lower 48 states, with a few small exceptions.
The Blue Alpine Medium Elite currently has an estimated ship time of 2–5 days.
Shipping at a Glance
- FREE shipping within the Lower 48 states
- Current estimated ship time: 2–5 days
- Alaska shipping available by quote
- Hawaii shipping available by quote
- Canada shipping available by quote
- Mexico shipping available by quote
Lower 48 States
Shipping for the Blue Alpine Medium Elite is free within the Lower 48 states, with a few small exceptions.
This gives you a clearer idea of your total cost before ordering without adding a large standard freight charge at checkout.
Current Estimated Ship Time
The current estimated time until shipment on Blue Alpine Medium Elite freeze dryers is approximately 2–5 days.
Alaska & Hawaii
Shipping to Alaska or Hawaii is available by quote. Contact The Nestled Coop before ordering so we can help with shipping details.
Call 253-326-2309 or email hello@thenestledcoop.com .
Canada & Mexico
Shipping to Canada or Mexico is available by quote. Contact The Nestled Coop for shipping information before placing your order.
Call 253-326-2309 or email hello@thenestledcoop.com .
Prepare for Delivery
The Medium Elite measures approximately 20" W x 21" D x 30" H and weighs approximately 110 lbs.
Before your freeze dryer arrives, choose a sturdy installation location with adequate ventilation and access to the required 120V / 15A electrical service.
Questions About Shipping?
Contact The Nestled Coop before ordering if you have questions about delivery to your location.
Phone: 253-326-2309
Why Buy From The Nestled Coop?
A freeze dryer is a major investment. At The Nestled Coop, we want to make that purchase easier to understand by providing clear information, practical guidance, and a straightforward buying experience.
We focus on equipment for homesteaders, gardeners, farms, families, poultry keepers, food-preservation enthusiasts, and customers who are working toward greater self-sufficiency.
Why Shop With The Nestled Coop
- Free shipping in the Lower 48
- Real help before you make a major equipment purchase
- Clear and detailed product specifications
- Practical guidance on capacity, electrical requirements, dimensions, and setup
- Products selected for homesteads, farms, food preservation, and serious home use
- Clear shipping information before you order
- A real phone number when you have a question
- Support before and after your purchase
- A straightforward buying experience focused on helping you choose equipment that fits your needs
Clear Information Before You Buy
Freeze dryers are serious equipment, and the details matter. Food capacity, tray size, electrical requirements, machine dimensions, batch times, vacuum pumps, maintenance, and installation requirements can all affect which model is right for you.
The Nestled Coop organizes those details in one place so you can understand what you are buying before placing your order.
Help Choosing the Right Freeze Dryer
The best machine is not simply the largest one. The right freeze dryer depends on how much food you plan to process, how often you expect to run batches, the electrical service available in your home or shop, and the amount of space you have available.
If you are comparing Blue Alpine models and are unsure which size is best for you, call us at 253-326-2309.
We want you to understand the machine before ordering so you can buy equipment that actually fits your household, homestead, or operation.
Free Shipping in the Lower 48
The Blue Alpine Medium Elite includes free shipping within the Lower 48 states, with a few small exceptions.
That means you can evaluate the cost of the machine without having to assume a large standard freight charge will be added later.
Products for the Way You Actually Live
The Nestled Coop is focused on practical products for customers who grow food, raise animals, preserve harvests, build food storage, operate farms and homesteads, and want more control over where their food comes from.
Freeze drying fits naturally into that lifestyle because it gives you another way to preserve food from your garden, kitchen, farm, or seasonal harvest.
More Than a Product Listing
Our goal is not simply to show you a machine and a price. We want our product pages to explain the specifications that matter so you can make an informed purchase.
That includes capacity, electrical requirements, dimensions, accessories, shipping details, and important differences between models.
Support You Can Reach
Sometimes you simply need to speak with someone before making a large purchase. If you have questions about the Medium Elite, shipping, setup, power requirements, capacity, or choosing the correct model, contact The Nestled Coop directly.
A Straightforward Buying Experience
Our goal is simple: provide useful information, make larger equipment purchases easier to understand, answer questions when they come up, and give customers a dependable place to shop for serious homestead and food-preservation equipment.
If the Blue Alpine Medium Elite Freeze Dryer looks like the right machine for your needs, we would be glad to help.
Call The Nestled Coop at 253-326-2309 with any questions before ordering.