How Long Does It Take to Blast Freeze?

The Blast Freeze process requires that food be reduced from a temperature of +70ºC to –18ºC in no more than 240 minutes.

How long does a blast freezer take to freeze?

Blast Freezers reach these temperatures almost instantly, allowing the products that are inside to freeze within 30 to 90 minutes, compared to shock freezers that usually take 90 to 120 minutes, the main difference is the speed at which it can completely freeze a product.

How long does a blast chiller take to freeze?

Blast chillers are designed to bring the core temperature of food from around 160°F or more down to 41°F or less in about 90 minutes. Most units will freeze food in four hours or less. Cutting the time needed to cool food by 75% is a great benefit to any operation.

Maya Lin-Takahashi

Maya Lin-Takahashi

Consumer Tech & Gadget Reviewer

Maya is a hardware enthusiast who tests and reviews smart home devices, smartphones, wearables, and audio gear. She focuses on practical consumer value and build quality.