What is the primary benefit of freeze-drying for pharmaceutical products?

Freeze-drying, or lyophilisation, preserves the integrity and potency of heat-sensitive pharmaceutical products by removing water at low temperatures, significantly extending their shelf life without degradation.

Is specialist installation required for this type of freeze dryer?

While often designed for ease of use, professional installation may be recommended to ensure optimal performance and correct vacuum pump setup. Buyers should confirm specific requirements with the seller.

What maintenance is typically involved with a pharmaceutical freeze dryer?

Routine maintenance commonly includes cleaning the condenser, checking and changing vacuum pump oil, and inspecting seals. Regular servicing ensures long-term reliability and performance.

Can this equipment be used for substances other than pharmaceuticals?

Yes, while designated 'pharmaceutical', these units are versatile and can be used for freeze-drying a wide range of organic compounds, biological samples, and food products where precise control and preservation are critical.

What is the typical drying cycle duration?

The drying cycle duration for this class of equipment commonly ranges from 20 to 30 hours, depending on the product, load size, and desired residual moisture content.

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Harvest Right - Brand Medium Pharmaceutical PRO Freeze Dryer

Name: Brand Medium Pharmaceutical PRO Freeze Dryer
Brand: Harvest Right
SKU: 37132
Price: 4500 GBP
Availability: InStock

Price: £ 4,500

This listing is for a Brand New Harvest Right Medium Pharmaceutical PRO Freeze Dryer sold through

We are stock holders in UK

Price Before VAT - £4500

Both long term and short term rental available.

Weekly £500+ transport

Monthly £1500 + transport

Harvest Right’s Pro Pharmaceutical Freeze Dryer removes water from plants and organic compounds while they are in a frozen state. This locks in the freshness of herbs and plants. Their appearance, nutritional content, and potency remain the same as when they were fresh.

Freeze drying completely removes water in about 24 hours. No other preservation method comes close to removing water this quickly. This is important because the longer a harvested plant or compound retains water, the greater the chance it has of spoiling and losing nutrition and potency.

What’s Included

Medium Pharma Freeze Dryer
Premier Vacuum Pump
Vacuum Pump Oil
Oil Filter
Stainless Steel Trays (set of 7)
Guide to Freeze Drying

Key Features & Benefits

- The freeze dryer has built in intelligence. It automatically

and perfectly manages the freeze drying process

- The ideal vacuum pressure and drying temperature is maintained

for each material – preserves freshness and potency

- 6.5 square feet of tray space

- Shelving unit holds 7 trays (each tray 190.5mm W x 457.2mm L x

19mmH)

- 4 liters of ice capacity

Warranty

1 Year international warranty provided by Harvest Right.

Dimensions

Overall product dimensions: 660mm W x 540mm D x 724mm H

Perfect for a counter top, cart or table.

Weight

58Kg

Power

Standard UK 230v

Shipping Info

- The medium pharmaceutical freeze dryer ships in one package

with a total weight of 160KG

- Item will be delivered in international shipping crate (must

be purchased from Harvest Right when exporting machines out of USA)

- One freeze dryer in fully encased shipping crate: 920 x 770 x

1500H

- If you would like to collect from site, we would be able to

cut down the crate to fit in smaller vans: 920 x 770 x 1050H + extra box of

parts

Maintenance

Simply filter and replace oil. Takes one or two minutes.

Industrial Grade Design

High quality, super high vacuum

High evacuation performance

Light, fast, energy efficient

Technical Specifications

Oil: Harvest Right Oil, Robinair Premium High Vacuum Pump Oil or

JB Industries Black Gold Vacuum Pump Oil Only

DC Motor

Energy Efficient

Voltage: Standard, 230v

Dimensions: 410mm W x 152mm D x 307mm H

Weight: 6.57KG

Noise: 52 decibels

Product Comparison

Industrial Oil Pump vs Standard Oil Pump

Oil Changes

This new Industrial Pump rarely needs to have the oil changed or

filtered. The pump has a gas ballast feature that makes it so water does not

stay in the oil. Because of this, the oil in the pump will be pristine and

clear, even after 30 or more batches. You simply won’t need to change the oil

until you have run 25 to 40 batches. Whereas, the oil in the standard vacuum

pump needs to be changed and filtered every 4 or 5 batches (when using the new

3/8 inch vacuum hose).

Vacuum Pressure

Under cold and hot conditions the Industrial Pump will pull a

deeper vacuum than the Standard Pump. Under cold conditions the difference is

.05 Pascal for the Industrial Pump and .08 Pascal for the Standard Pump.

Whereas, under warm conditions the difference is much greater: .05 Pascal for

the Industrial Pump and 2.05 Pascal for the Standard Pump.

Hence, the Industrial Pump is especially not affected by warm,

ambient conditions. When temperatures rise, it will pull a vacuum far better

than the Standard Pump. The Industrial Pump is just not affected by outside

heat. It pulls the same deep vacuum even when it is in a warm environment.

Noise

The Industrial Pump is substantially quieter than the Standard

Pump, 52 decibels versus 64 decibels. The Industrial Pump at 52 decibels is

about the same as a refrigerator.

Oil Mist Filter

Both pumps come with an oil mist filter. However, the Industrial

Pump’s oil mist filter allows for no oil spray at all and it will last much

longer.

Power Use

The Industrial Pump uses less power than the Standard Pump (187

watts versus 218 watts).

Amperage

Under hot conditions at ultimate vacuum pressure the Standard

Pump pulls 2.1 amps while the Industrial Pump only pulls 1.7 amps. Hence, the

Industrial Pump is more efficient.

Weight

The Industrial Pump is easier to move around as it weighs 2.2KG

less than the Standard Pump (14.5KG versus 16.7KG.)

is more durable and will last longer than the Standard Pump.

Cambridgeshire, United Kingdom

5,791 km away

Model Number

Medium Pharmaceutical

Stock Number

37132

Machinery Masters View

Typical context for this category of equipment. Always confirm specifics with the seller.

Applications & Use Cases

Preserving active pharmaceutical ingredients and excipients for extended shelf life.
Lyophilising biological samples, such as enzymes, proteins, and vaccines, to maintain their stability and activity.
Drying herbal extracts and botanical compounds to retain potency and nutritional value.
Preparing diagnostic reagents and kits that require long-term storage without refrigeration.
Research and development in pharmaceutical and biotechnological laboratories for sample preparation.

Typical Specifications

Typical tray space: For this class of equipment, tray space commonly ranges from 0.5 to 1 square metre.
Ice condenser capacity: Units of this type typically feature an ice condenser capacity of 4 to 8 litres.
Footprint: Medium pharmaceutical freeze dryers commonly have a compact footprint, suitable for benchtop or laboratory counter placement.
Temperature range: The shelf temperature for this equipment typically ranges from -40°C to +60°C during the drying process.
Vacuum level: Achievable vacuum levels are commonly in the range of 100 to 500 mTorr (0.13 to 0.67 mbar).
Power supply: Typically requires a standard single-phase electrical supply, commonly 220-240V, 50Hz.

Frequently Asked Questions

Freeze-drying, or lyophilisation, preserves the integrity and potency of heat-sensitive pharmaceutical products by removing water at low temperatures, significantly extending their shelf life without degradation.

Machinery Masters Intelligence. General guidance for this category of equipment only, not a substitute for the seller's exact specifications. Always confirm details with the seller.