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L9 Freeze-Dryer
L9 Freeze-Dryer
Definition
Prefreezing
Primary Drying
Secondary Drying
Pre-freezing
Shell Freezing
Process Requires:
Prefrozen sample.
Temperature difference between sample and
collector establishes a vapor pressure
differential.(collector should be 15-20°
colder than the sample.
Heat applied to the sample.
High vacuum.
Primary Drying
Frozen
Sample
Water
Vapor
Heat Heat
Primary Drying