Comparison Concept SO-2000 vs Concept SO-3000
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Professional dryer with digital display | Professional dryer with digital display | |
| Type | dehydrator (horizontal dryer) | dehydrator (horizontal dryer) |
| Drying levels | 6 pcs | 6 pcs |
| Tray size | 330x305 mm | 340x385 mm |
| Power consumption | 650 W | 1000 W |
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| Thermostat |  | |
| Pastila tray | 1 pcs | |
| Mesh for herbs and spices | 6 | |
| Temperature range | 35 – 70 °C | 35 – 70 °C |
| Location of the fan (heater) | rear | rear |
| Control | touch controls | push-button |
| Shutdown timer | | |
| Keeping warm |  | |
| Overheat protection | | |
| Tray material | stainless steel | stainless steel |
| Cable length | 0.9 m | |
| Dimensions | 311x340x450 mm | |
| Weight | 8.2 kg | |
| Added to E-Catalog | june 2023 | september 2018 |
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Tray size
Horizontal dimensions of one dryer tray.
For round models, this paragraph usually indicates the diameter (for example, “Ø250”), for other cases — the length and width. Anyway, the information about the size allows you to estimate the total area and, accordingly, the capacity of the device. At the same time, note that a larger size affects the dimensions and weight of the structure, and also requires more heating power (ceteris paribus).
For round models, this paragraph usually indicates the diameter (for example, “Ø250”), for other cases — the length and width. Anyway, the information about the size allows you to estimate the total area and, accordingly, the capacity of the device. At the same time, note that a larger size affects the dimensions and weight of the structure, and also requires more heating power (ceteris paribus).
Power consumption
Rated power consumed by the dryer during operation.
This parameter is usually selected by manufacturers depending on the volume of the dryer: the larger the device, the more power is needed to effectively heat the working chamber. At the same time, models with the same volume may differ in power consumption. In such cases, it is worth considering that a higher power reduces the heating time, but affects the price of the device.
This parameter is usually selected by manufacturers depending on the volume of the dryer: the larger the device, the more power is needed to effectively heat the working chamber. At the same time, models with the same volume may differ in power consumption. In such cases, it is worth considering that a higher power reduces the heating time, but affects the price of the device.
Pastila tray
Availability of a tray for pastille in the dryer supply package.
Unlike regular trays, this device features a solid bottom without holes. This is because the primary raw material for making pastille is fruit puree, which simply wouldn't hold on a classic mesh bottom. Most often, there is one pastille tray included in the supply package, but in some models, the set may include more.
We emphasize that using such accessories for more traditional ingredients (pieces of vegetables, fruits, etc.) is undesirable: in some cases, it reduces the drying efficiency, in others, it may lead to spoilage of the contents.
Unlike regular trays, this device features a solid bottom without holes. This is because the primary raw material for making pastille is fruit puree, which simply wouldn't hold on a classic mesh bottom. Most often, there is one pastille tray included in the supply package, but in some models, the set may include more.
We emphasize that using such accessories for more traditional ingredients (pieces of vegetables, fruits, etc.) is undesirable: in some cases, it reduces the drying efficiency, in others, it may lead to spoilage of the contents.
Mesh for herbs and spices
A mesh for herbs and spices is included in the delivery set of the food dehydrator.
These meshes are characterized by a finely porous structure to prevent herbs and spices from falling through the mesh holes. They are made of silicone or stainless steel, and more rarely of bamboo. There are also variants with non-stick coating, which prevents food from sticking to the surface of the mesh.
These meshes are characterized by a finely porous structure to prevent herbs and spices from falling through the mesh holes. They are made of silicone or stainless steel, and more rarely of bamboo. There are also variants with non-stick coating, which prevents food from sticking to the surface of the mesh.
Control
The control panel of a fruit dehydrators.
— Control knob. Mechanical control is carried out using rotary knobs and switches. Most parameters in such devices are set and controlled manually. In this case, the control elements are connected to the working parts of the dryer directly, without additional electronic circuits. This option is simple, reliable and low cost; however, it is only suitable for the most basic functions, but dehydrators for fruits, vegetables and mushrooms usually do not require more. But the obvious disadvantage of mechanical control is low accuracy: for example, a mechanical timer most often gives an error of a couple of minutes, which in some cases can be critical.
– Push-button. Push-button control is based on electronic circuits. Such systems are more accurate than mechanical ones (for example, the timer in such dryers can usually be set with an accuracy of several seconds), and more options and modes are provided. On the other hand, such control is more complex and more expensive than mechanical control.
– Touch. A type of electronic control with touch switches. Compared to push-button models, it provides a high level of comfort in operation, and looks more modern and aesthetically pleasing. Touch control is found mainly in top models of dehydrators.
— Control knob. Mechanical control is carried out using rotary knobs and switches. Most parameters in such devices are set and controlled manually. In this case, the control elements are connected to the working parts of the dryer directly, without additional electronic circuits. This option is simple, reliable and low cost; however, it is only suitable for the most basic functions, but dehydrators for fruits, vegetables and mushrooms usually do not require more. But the obvious disadvantage of mechanical control is low accuracy: for example, a mechanical timer most often gives an error of a couple of minutes, which in some cases can be critical.
– Push-button. Push-button control is based on electronic circuits. Such systems are more accurate than mechanical ones (for example, the timer in such dryers can usually be set with an accuracy of several seconds), and more options and modes are provided. On the other hand, such control is more complex and more expensive than mechanical control.
– Touch. A type of electronic control with touch switches. Compared to push-button models, it provides a high level of comfort in operation, and looks more modern and aesthetically pleasing. Touch control is found mainly in top models of dehydrators.
Keeping warm
The heat preservation function in dehydrators is designed to maintain a stable temperature after the drying process is completed. This function allows for keeping the temperature inside the device at a certain level, preventing the overcooling of products, which is especially important for long-term storage. The key point is preventing re-moisturizing, which helps avoid moisture that could lead to the growth of bacteria and mold.