Cage for drying fish with your own hands. How to make a box for dried fish? Homemade dehydrator

Dryer for fish, dryer for drying the catch

For every fisherman, it is important not only to catch a fish, but also to properly save the catch. Drying for fish is very useful for you in any conditions, even if you are going to dry fish in urban conditions on the balcony. We offer various types dryers, from compact hanging ones for hanging on a balcony, terrace, tree, to frame-prefabricated dryers that can be installed outdoors, in the country. All dryers are easy to assemble so they are easy to carry, do not take up much space and are packed in waterproof cases, which will be very convenient if you are traveling by car. Dryers are washable, washable, do not fade in the sun, and are also protected from moisture and damage.

What are dryers?

The Dom Rybalki online store offers three types of dryers for drying fish:

Suspended frame made of polypropylene mesh. It is presented in various sizes, has three horizontal shelves for fish, a fine mesh of 3 mm, which prevents insects from getting inside. Also, this model has an additional lower compartment, due to which the lower shelf with fish does not come into contact with objects in any way and is protected from insects. The arched entrance with a zipper allows you to lay out the fish on the shelves and hermetically fasten the dryer. It is suspended on a special device from the cords that are included in the kit. Made in China.

Dryer prefabricated NPO KEDR St. Petersburg. It is a dryer for fish made of small-mesh nylon with mosquito net inserts. The frame is made of metal, mounted on flat surface or suspended depending on the desire of the fisherman. It has from 3 to 6 chains for hanging fish vertically and drying it. Hooks are not included. This model is very convenient to use, as it does not require turning the catch to dry, it is easy to wash.

Dryer team made of ECO-material. domestic production dryer, which has a convenient cube shape, can be hung, equipped with crossbars with hooks for drying fish, which is hung vertically in rows. The dryer is made of solid wood, which is why it has gained popularity among lovers of environmentally friendly products. Your catch in reliable dryers! The frame is covered with breathable thin breathable fabric and protects the fish from insects and damage. Packed in a box.

Large round dryer for drying predatory fish, herbs, mushrooms and roots. It has large shelves to accommodate large items for drying. Well ventilated and protected from direct sun rays thanks to the fine mesh.

Dryers are very popular not only in summer, but also in winter, as the safety of the catch is an important component not only of pride in the past fishing, but also safe way preparing fish for further consumption. Long gone are the days when the fish was dried on a newspaper, thereby often spoiling the catch or being subjected to laying eggs of the larvae.

Choose convenient, modern dryers for fish on the website of the Dom Rybalki online store. We will deliver dryers to every fisherman in any corner of Russia: delivery by mail and transport company.

Dryers for fish of various variations, of course, are sold in the store. But to do something with your own hands is a pride for a real man, and even more so for a fisherman. It is possible to dry the catch without a special design, however, all the “old-fashioned” options (on clotheslines, on a balcony, attic) do not exclude the possibility of product contamination.

We make a dryer for fish on our own

First of all, you need to decide what kind of dryer you need, and what materials you have for its manufacture. The “insides” of the dryer are strings, hooks are not difficult to manufacture. They can be quickly built from:

• wires;
• clothesline;
• strong threads twisted in several rows.

It is much more important to properly make the body of the dryer itself, which will prevent flies and wasps from getting inside.

From plastic boxes

For the manufacture of such a dryer, absolutely any plastic box, arbitrary shape and size. Since this material does not allow air to pass through, this structure will need to be equipped with an exhaust hood. In addition, you will need:

1. Corners (plastic or duralumin).
2. Glue or liquid nails.
3. Fasteners (bolts).

Of the tools enough:

• jigsaw or clerical knife;
• screwdriver.

The advantages of this design are that it is very easy both to operate and to assemble. In addition, it is easy to disassemble and wash.

From plastic panels and corners

The construction of such a dryer is similar in some respects to the installation of the model described above. The only difference is that in the first case we take a ready-made box, and in the second case we make it ourselves according to the dimensions we need.

For the design you will need:

1. Plastic panels.
2. Guides, corners, finishing strips.
3. Liquid Nails.
4. Wire for rods.
5. Hood.
6. Mesh for closing the inlet.

From wooden blocks

The simplest and most reliable is a fish dryer made of wood blocks. For its manufacture you will need:

• bars;
• self-tapping screws;
• mosquito net or tulle.

Other options

List all possible options constructs make no sense. But to get you up to speed a little, let's just divide the dryers into categories:

1. Framed and frameless.
2. Foldable and one-piece construction.
3. Mobile and stationary.

Practically any of them can be built with your own hands.

Dryer installation

Let us analyze in more detail the assembly of the dryer from a plastic box:

Assembling the dryer plastic panels and corners requires the following actions:

• we measure the height of our box on the plastic panel and cut off as many planks as we need. It is not difficult to count them: divide the estimated width and height of the box by the dimensions of the panel and round this number;
• in the same way, cut out the details for the bottom and lid of the box;
• the assembly of plastic panels is very simple: the first panel is fixed in the corner of the desired length, all the rest are glued to it in the area of ​​the grooves with liquid nails;
• as soon as the side is assembled, we fix the top with a finishing bar, and the bottom and the second edge with a corner;
• in the same way we assemble two more sides of the box, and then - the panels of the bottom of the structure;
• then we complete the assembly of the last side. Remember that there should be a finishing bar everywhere on top;
• we also glue the details of the lid together and ennoble the edges with planks;
• then everything is according to the scheme, as in the installation of the first dryer: hood, rods.

Assembling a dryer from wooden bars involves the following steps:

Any dryer for fish can be made at home. The main thing is the presence necessary materials and tools. When choosing a model, be guided by how it will be used: on the balcony, in the garage, under open sky. It depends on this whether the dryer will have any additional structures: legs, suspension mounts, fan, etc.

It's one thing to catch a large number of fish, and quite another - to properly dispose of the catch. One of the most popular ways of processing extracted trophies is its drying and drying.

So that the processing process does not become burdensome and to protect the hung carcasses from insects, a fish dryer is used. In this review, we will talk about various types these devices, produced industrially and sold in fishing stores.

Most of the material will be devoted to how to make a fish dryer yourself at home.

Types of dryers

The simplest device for drying is a wire stretched under a canopy or an ordinary clothesline. To protect against insects, gauze is simply pounced on the fish. You can hang roach, crucian carp or bream both on wire hooks from ordinary paper clips, and by clamping them with clothespins.

This option is simple, but it is good for one-time harvesting of fish in field conditions or in a summer cottage. When the business is put on stream and good catches are regular, you need to think about a more or less decent design.

Dryers for fish can be divided into two broad categories:

• mobile portable;
• stationary.

Each option has its own advantages. The former can be used anywhere: from the river bank to the balcony in the apartment.

The simplest portable dryer made in China. When folded, it is very compact, you can take it with you on a fishing trip or to the country. On the spot, you can easily unfold it and hang it on any tree branch.

The latter can be called drying cabinets, they are most often used not only for fish, but also for harvesting vegetables and berries, curing meat and other food purposes.

Drying fish is easy fresh air, but you can do it with forced air supply by a fan. At the same time, the drying process is much more intensive, and the products are prepared more evenly.

In cold weather, the drying cabinet can be equipped with electric heating elements, which will also help to prepare fish for use faster.

A distinctive feature of the drying chambers is also the number of compartments they have. Most often, single-section options are used, but there are dryers with a large number compartments, some models have up to 5 sections.

Industrial Models

From the industrial models we liked, we distinguish two varieties. The first is structurally made in the form of a tall cabinet made of metal pipes covered with mosquito net. Similar models are produced by different companies under the brands "Mitek" and "Kedr".

The photo shows a dryer for meat and fish "Kedr", products under the brand "Mitek" of a similar design

Second interesting model is a bunk design IdeaFisher ECO-2. This collapsible design is also compact and easy to transport. In addition, depending on the conditions, it works as in suspended version, and installed on a table or on the floor.

The dryer is assembled plastic corners, and the fish is strung on special skewers.

Homemade

Let's move on to the most interesting, let's talk about how a do-it-yourself fish dryer is created. It must be said right away that there are a lot of designs of dehydrators. All options improvised designs it is impossible to describe in one article, because the fantasy of our Kulibins is truly inexhaustible.

Reference! Dehydrator in literal translation from Latin is a dehydrator, that is, the same as a dryer.

Often homemade dryers make in the form wooden box covered with mosquito net. At the same time, one of the running ones is a variant with dimensions: 500x500x500 mm.

Depending on the location conditions, the dryer is made in a vertical or horizontal version.

At the first stage of production, you need to prepare required number wooden slats, sand them down and coat them protective composition. The coating should protect the structure from moisture and salts, but at the same time not give off harmful fumes that can be absorbed by drying products.

Then, according to the previously completed drawing, the frame of the future dryer is assembled. Self-tapping screws and metal corners are used for installation.

For a small structure, the size of the rails in cross section can be 25x25 millimeters. With an increase in the volume of the drying cabinet, more powerful bars will be required

On a note! The stationary dryer can be mounted directly on the wall.

After the frame is ready, proceed to the tension of the mesh. At the same time, it is necessary to determine how access to inner space. To do this, make a door or sew a zipper.

wall stationary dryer with a hinged door. When using this design, you need to ensure that insects do not fly in while hanging the fish.

A variant of such a homemade product is the use of not stretch mesh, and designs from modern plastic windows. In this case, you do not need to make a separate door, but use a frame from a finished mosquito.

The design is also based wooden frame. At the bottom of the dryer are trays to collect liquid dripping from the fish

With fan

Some of the dryers made by our homemade dryers have fans in their design. Air convection in such dehydrators allows you to speed up the drying process.

Similar dehydrators are made from various plastic containers or in the form of closed cabinets through which air is driven.

Consider the manufacturing process the simplest dryer with a fan, for this we need:

• plastic container of large volume, from 20 liters and above;
• exhaust fan;
• ventilation grille;
• metal rods with threads and nuts suitable for them;
• mounts for grille and fan.

We act in the following sequence:

1. Punch a hole in the lid of the container ventilation grill and fix it.
2. We mount the fan in a similar way in one of the side ends of the plastic box.
3. In the upper part of the container we make holes for the rods and insert them, clamping them with nuts. Here we will hang fish, meat.

For drying mushrooms, berries or vegetables, it is possible to provide for the installation of special grates.

If you need to increase the temperature in such a dryer, you can use electric mats. Similar Models sold in pet stores for keeping reptiles.

Advice! You can increase the temperature in the dehydrator by installing conventional incandescent bulbs. At the same time, they should be positioned so that drops from the products do not fall on them.

When the dryer is ready and the fish is caught, you can start salting and actually drying it. The whole process requires a description in a separate article, but here we will give brief tips.

1. Do not wash the fish before salting, it is enough just to buy it up a little from adhering sand, grass and other debris.
2. Use only coarse salt for salting, in no case use "Extra" or iodized salt.
3. Caught in a hot time, peaceful fish that eats plant foods must be gutted before salting! Otherwise, the food in the stomach can rot and ruin the finished product.
4. When hanging fish inside the drying box, do not let them come into contact, otherwise uniform drying will not be ensured in these places.

Conclusion

A well-made dryer will not only become a reliable assistant in drying fish, but will also allow you to harvest other products, such as meat, fruits and berries, vegetables and mushrooms. In addition, it will encourage you to use it, which means it will help you increase your catches.

Evgeny Sedov

When hands grow from the right place, life is more fun :)

Content

For drying fish products, a special device is provided, which is used at home. Before you buy a dryer for fish, you need to familiarize yourself with all existing models, ask the price and choose the option that is best for you in terms of cost, functions and design. All types of dryers prevail in free sale, some model is sure to please the hostess.

What is a fish dryer

This is a special device for drying fish, which is sold in a specialized store. The main differences between the models are in a number of characteristics, in order to simplify the choice of each hostess. Dryers vary in capacity, appearance, functions, design, price. Choosing a drying design for cooking delicious meals, you need to consider that there are a number of models of Russian and foreign manufacturers, which provide a guarantee of quality, expand the possibilities of the hostess in the kitchen.

Hanging fish dryer

Having studied all types of dryers, most fishermen prefer the time-tested hanging models, which are made of a steel frame and nylon fabric. The main advantages of such material are the reliability of the design during drying, the protection of fish from unwanted contact with insects, decades of experience.

The design provides for several tiers, which ensures the supply of fresh air to obtain a high-quality and safe food product. For housewives such universal options do not fit (may seem unaesthetic), but true fishermen will be interested. To dry the fish after fishing, you can use the presented hanging models.

Three whales

This is a popular Russian manufacturer that is engaged in mass production and sale of everything necessary for hunting and fishing. If a dryer for fish is required, here is a reliable model for free sale:

• name: Three Whales;
• price: 1,400 rubles;
• characteristics: pendant model, parameters (length, depth, height) - 120x80x40 cm, 4 fish chains, 20 hooks per set;
• pluses: practical model for home use on optimal price;
• cons: none.

sport-fish

These are imported products, which are no less relevant for beginners and professional fishermen. Below is a universal model that, in addition to drying fish, can be used to dry vegetables, fruits, mushrooms:

• name: Sport-Fish;
• price: 560 rubles;
• characteristics: hanging, 50x50x60 cm, double zipper, wire frame, 3 levels;
• pros: comfortable design for everyday outdoor use, sufficient capacity, reasonable price;
• cons: none.

Cedar

To make life easier for fishermen, a fish drying net from the Kedr manufacturer has been specially designed. The design is reliable and durable, allows you to dry fish on a long trip or in the country. Below is the most best option"on every day":

• name: Cedar 6 chains SU-02;
• price: 1,250 rubles;
• characteristics: the design is folding, the main parameters are 100x80x75 cm, 6 chains at 2 levels, position adjustment;
• pluses: quickly assembled and disassembled, does not take up much space, is inexpensive, can be bought at a sale;
• cons: none.

Electric dryer for fish

All of the above models are manual control, i.e. the desired result depends on the human factor. In fact, such a universal design can be reproduced at home using several layers of gauze, wooden (metal) crossbars. The fish will not only be caught, but also hung up, while regularly monitoring the natural process of its drying.

To speed up the result, it is recommended to use more advanced models - electric dryers. Such modern designs are much more expensive, but as soon as possible give the hostess the opportunity to enjoy an unforgettable taste dried fish. If you have to buy a fish dryer, below are several top manufacturers and their products.

RAWMID

Models of this brand are made of stainless steel, therefore they are distinguished by increased strength and long term services. Among other advantages, we should highlight the presence of a step timer and several operating modes, increased capacity with compact dimensions in case of a large catch, stylish design, quality assurance from the manufacturer. Outwardly, this metal box. Here are the models to choose from:

• name: Rawmid Dream Modern DDM-11;
• price: 24,000 rubles;
• characteristics: electronic control panel, 11 removable trays, 3 modes of temperature change, backlight, built-in air filter, fan;
• pluses: uniform drying, work with an open door;
• cons: high cost.

The price of the above model "bites", so buyers are looking for cheaper offers. Here is the second version of the specified brand, which is considered budgetary, more suitable for use at home:

• name: RAWMID Dream Vitamin DDV-06;
• price: 11,500 rubles;
• features: 0.5 kW electronically controlled convection dryer, plastic housing, 6 trays made of transparent plastic, overheating protection, timer, display, dimensions 34.5x45x31 cm;
• pluses: comfortable and roomy design at the best price;
• cons: none.

ENDEVER

When choosing a fish dryer, it is worth considering another recognizable brand, stated as retail as well as online stores. In the latter case, order frame device available at a good discount fast delivery by mail. Here are the most recognizable models of this brand:

• name: ENDEVER Skyline FD-59;
• price: 2,200 rubles;
• characteristics: 0.35 kW electronically controlled convection dryer, plastic housing, 5 transparent plastic trays, overheating protection, timer, dimensions 27x21.5x27 cm;
• pluses: a budget model for everyday use, you can buy cheaply for a promotion;
• cons: short service life of the device.

Judging by the reviews, such a model is not always reliable and durable. The second no less relevant offer of the dryer, which will pleasantly please many customers:

• name: ENDEVER Skyline FD-58;
• price: 1,800 rubles;
• features: 0.35 kW electronically controlled convection dryer, plastic housing white color, overheating protection, tray height adjustment, automatic fan, dimensions 26x25x18 cm;
• pluses: walls made of durable plastic, original design, the availability of functions, the ability to select and purchase from a photo from the catalog;
• cons: not identified.

miraculous

The dryer for drying fish outwardly represents small closet, which during its work performs the function of a heater. To significantly save on price, while getting a durable assistant High Quality in the kitchen, it is recommended to pay Special attention on the Chudesnitsa trademark and its favorite positions. So:

• name: Miraculous SSH-008;
• price: 1,900 rubles;
• characteristics: mechanically controlled convection dryer with a power of 0.5 kW, temperature control, 5 plastic trays, volume 17 l, dimensions 39x39x40 cm;
• pros: cheap, multifunctional model, which prevails in free sale not only in Moscow and St. Petersburg;
• cons: a long process of drying fish.

Domestic models are distinguished by their practicality, durability. The second offer from this manufacturer is presented below:

• name: Chudesnitsa Lux SSH-010;
• price: 1,600 rubles;
• characteristics: mechanically controlled convection dryer with a power of 0.5 kW, maximum load 5 kg, temperature control, 5 plastic trays, volume 17 l, dimensions 40x40x39 cm;
• pros: comfortable design, affordable price, stylish design, compact dimensions, positive reviews buyers;
• cons: none.

Gemlux

The fish dryer is represented by mechanical and electric models, so the price range is very extensive. Before making a final choice, it is recommended to study the main parameters and characteristics of the so-called favorites, ask the price, study real reviews buyers. So:

• name: Gemlux GL-FD-01R;
• price: 3,100 rubles;
• characteristics: electronic control with LCD display, temperature range varies from +40 to +75 ° C, operating time 48 hours, overheating protection system;
• pluses: fully corresponds to the declared price (optimal a budget option);
• cons: cost, lack of operating modes, not always positive reviews on thematic forums.

Another universal dryer from the specified manufacturer. The model is useful not only for drying fish, but also for drying mushrooms, fruits, vegetables:

• name: Gemlux GL-FD-800D;
• price: 12,000 rubles;
• characteristics: black, power 800 W, 8 sections, several protection circuits, the presence of a timer and a temperature control function;
• pluses: convenience, speed of cooking fish;
• cons: high price.

How to choose a dryer for fish

Many housewives tend to buy a dryer cheaply, but this indicator should not become the main selection criterion. The main thing is to study the functions of the cabinet, determine the dimensions and roughly imagine the place of its future storage. Only in this case, the purchase will be successful, and inconvenient inventory will not appear in the kitchen - bulky and, in fact, useless. Here are the main selection criteria:

1. Device features. There are mechanical, manual and electric dryers. The last option can be safely called the most progressive, since it simplifies the work of the hostess and reduces the time interval for obtaining dried fish. It is important to understand that such structures will cost an order of magnitude more expensive.
2. Functions. The more additional features has a dryer, the more expensive it will cost. It is important to understand that the presence of buttons does not indicate the versatility of the selected model, some of them may remain unused throughout the life of the device. So it doesn't hurt to read the manual first.
3. Design. In this matter, it is advisable to build on the taste preferences of the hostess. Models are found round, oval, rectangular shape, have one or more tiers. To place the structure in the kitchen, you must first study the parameters (height, width, depth, length), dimensions.
4. Manufacturer. Most buyers trust imported products, but also Russian manufacturers not inferior in quality, functions and service life. There is an extensive list trademarks, which are engaged in the serial production of dryers. Reviews of their products are also positive.
5. Price. This selection criterion depends on a number of indicators. If you buy products foreign manufacturer, overpriced. When choosing a dryer from a domestic manufacturer, you can save on the purchase, but at the same time not lose any quality parameters.

Often, after successful fishing, the question arises of processing a large catch. What to do if you no longer want to fry and boil fish, and there is simply no drying device yet, it has not been before. But everyone loves dried fish, but in order to dry it, you need to make a dryer.

For such a case, this is just a video on our urgent fishing topic. This device is very simple and at the same time effective, it will perfectly show itself at home and is not afraid of flies. It is made very cheaply from plywood.

Vyalka is a parallelepiped fixed with aluminum corners. The mesh is suitable for the one used for curtaining windows from insects.

The mesh needs to be larger so that the elastic band presses it against the structure with a margin. Inside there are two plywood slats at the distance of the back mesh so that the flies cannot lay their larvae.

Window carnations are stuffed on the rail at a slight angle. Hats need to be bitten off, while the nails are sharpened. The fish simply puts on these hooks. Made two rails. One is located on top, it is convenient to use it for big fish. At the middle level, respectively, medium and small fish are hung.

Dryer collapsible for fish

The dryer is mobile, can be placed in field conditions on tree branches, etc.

An idea for anglers who spend a long time fishing.

Dryer for placement anywhere - for example, on the wall of a barn

Such a fish dryer can be hung on the wall of a barn or cottage. Very practical, because it does not take up much space, like a stationary one. Detachable design, easy to manufacture.

Dryer (dehydrator) for drying and curing fish

Dehydration dryer - in scientific terminology, but simply for drying and drying fish, in which fish is placed very compactly and massively. It is shown how tightly the fish can be hung so that a sufficient distance between them allows good ventilation.

How to dry and dry fish on a fire

Shown how with simple actions and fixtures, you can dry and dry the fish on a fire. Place the fish at a sufficient distance from the fire to ensure the desired regime.