Self-contained temperature regulated solar powered dehydrator

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Shean Dhude

Yes solar to power and heat the unit with thermostatic temperature control. Convection is the important part as this will dissipate the fluids that are yielded from the products being dehydrated.

The idea is to be able to dehydrate produce from a hidden forest garden. Produce will vary according to the time of the year. 12 hours is normally long enough to dehydrate most meats, fruits and vegetable. However, there are some that take longer which is often dependant on how they have been treated prior to being dehydrated. E.G. Jerkey normally take about 5-8 hours dependant on preparation. For products that take longer, ideally these would be started one day and completed the next to avoid bacterial contamination.

If someone chooses to keep animals, the dehydrator should be able to dehydrate meat as well. This is normally dehydrated at a slightly higher temperature.

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Scythe13
Once built, portability is not of great consideration. Plan is to be deep into an area that would not normally be frequented by people in transit. The only concern is if (fuck wits) others smell the produce being dehydrated and think they can have an easy meal.

As you are probably aware, when you are hungry, your sense of smell is heightened.