Devanti Food Dehydrator, 5 Adjustable Plastic Trays, 245W, Black

A simple, low-wattage 5-tray stacking dehydrator with clear plastic trays and lid.

This Devanti dehydrator is the straightforward round stacking type: load your sliced fruit, vegetables, herbs or meat onto the 5 food-grade transparent plastic trays, set the temperature and let it run. A fan and 360-degree heat circulation move warm air up through the stack, and the clear lid lets you watch progress.

Tray height can be adjusted to suit thicker or thinner pieces. It uses a simple one-button control with adjustable temperature from 35°C to 70°C, draws 245W and runs quietly. The supplier lists built-in overheating protection. Neither Devanti nor the Australian retailers that stock this model list a timer, so you switch it off when the food is done.

• 5 food-grade transparent plastic trays
• Adjustable tray height for different thicknesses
• Clear lid for checking progress
• Simple one-button control
• Adjustable temperature 35°C to 70°C
• 360-degree heat circulation with fan
• 245W, quiet operation
• Overheating protection

Brand: Devanti
Model: FD-B-1142-5T-BK
Power: 245W
Power supply: 220–240V, 50Hz
Trays: 5, food-grade transparent plastic, adjustable height
Material: Food-grade plastic
Temperature range: 35°C to 70°C
Timer: None listed (one-button control only)
Control: One button
Colour: Black
Dimensions: about 24cm x 24cm x 22cm high (per Australian retailer listings; Devanti doesn't state them)
Weight: about 1.6–1.9kg unit (retailer listings); about 4.5kg packed (per Devanti)
Assembly: Not required
Warranty: 1 year (per Devanti)
Ships from: Australian supplier stock

• Trying dehydrating at home on a budget
• Small batches of dried fruit, vegetable chips and herbs
• Homemade snacks for school lunches, camping and hiking
• Kitchens with limited bench space

Dehydrating is one of the simplest ways to turn spare fresh produce into food that keeps for months in a sealed jar. A low-wattage stacking unit is an easy, inexpensive way to start.

• 1 x Devanti food dehydrator
• 5 x Drying trays

Accessories or items shown in promotional imagery are not included unless listed above.

Electrical safety: Rated 220–240V, 50Hz. Neither the supplier nor Devanti's product page states the plug type, so please check it has an Australian (SAA-approved) plug when it arrives and before first use. Use it on a stable, heat-resistant surface with clear space around the vents, don't cover it while running, keep the cord away from water and heat, and unplug before cleaning. As there is no timer, don't leave it running unattended for long periods.

Food safety for jerky: Drying alone does not reliably kill bacteria in raw meat, and this unit's maximum setting is 70°C. Food-safety guidance (USDA FSIS) is to heat beef and other red meat to an internal temperature of 71°C, and poultry to 74°C, checked with a food thermometer (for example by steaming, oven-heating or simmering in the marinade), then dry at around 55–60°C until done. Use lean, fresh meat and keep it chilled until it goes in.

Storing dried food: Let food cool fully, then store it airtight (sealed jars, vacuum bags or zip bags with the air pressed out) in a cool, dry, dark place. Home-dried jerky keeps about 1–2 months at room temperature per USDA guidance; refrigerate or freeze for longer. Throw out anything that shows mould, moisture or an off smell.

Care: Let the unit cool before removing trays. The plastic trays can be washed by hand or in the dishwasher (per supplier); keep water away from the base and wipe it with a damp cloth only.