Price facts
- Last seen at $969.99 at Core Drive Sports on Nov 9.
Our take on the LEM BigBite #32 Electric Meat Grinder 1.5 HP
The LEM BigBite #32 is a 1.5 HP electric meat grinder built for heavy home and small-shop use. Its large #32 throat and BigBite auger pull big cuts in without much pre-cutting, and LEM rates it at up to 17 lbs per minute. It ships with coarse and fine plates, a stuffing plate, three stuffing tubes, a knife, a large pan and a storage drawer, so it covers grinding and sausage making in one unit. It is far more machine than a typical kitchen grinder, aimed at hunters and bulk buyers who process whole animals rather than a few pounds at a time.
- 1.5 HP motor with high claimed throughput
- Large #32 feed throat takes big cuts
- BigBite auger grabs meat and pulls it through
- Stainless steel head and body
- Includes coarse and fine plates, stuffing plate and three tubes
- Storage drawer holds plates and accessories
- Heavy and bulky; needs dedicated counter space
- Overkill for small batches of a few pounds
- Louder and more expensive to run than small grinders
- Bones other than raw poultry should not go through it
LEM BigBite #32 Electric Meat Grinder 1.5 HP prices at every store
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In stockReturn policy
$969.99Checked Nov 9
What reviewers say
Owners of the BigBite line generally rate the grinders highly for speed and build, and the #32 is the largest of the family. Complaints center on weight, size and the fact that it is more machine than casual users need.
- SpeedPraisedOwners say it grinds large batches quickly and keeps up without bogging down.
- BuildPraisedThe stainless head and body are described as solid and long-lasting.
- Feed throatPraisedThe wide #32 throat and BigBite auger take big chunks with little pre-cutting.
- WeightCriticisedOwners call it heavy and awkward to lift or store between uses.
- SizeMixedThe footprint is large; some say it earns the space, others find it cumbersome.
About the LEM BigBite #32 Electric Meat Grinder 1.5 HP
The LEM BigBite #32 is an electric meat grinder with a 1.5 HP motor and a stainless steel build. It processes up to 17 pounds of meat per minute.
BigBite technology lets the auger grab large bites from the pan and pull them through a large-diameter throat. A rifled head feeds the meat quickly. It grinds beef, pork, poultry, lamb, venison and raw chicken bones.
It comes with coarse and fine grinding plates, a stuffing plate, three stuffing tubes, a stainless steel knife, a large meat pan and a plastic stomper for grinding and sausage making. A storage drawer beneath the head holds the plates and accessories.
- Brand
- LEM
- Model number
- 17821
- Product type
- Electric meat grinder
- Power
- 1.5 HP
- Power source
- Electric
- Material
- Stainless steel
- Color
- Silver
- Capacity
- Up to 17 pounds per minute
- Dimensions
- 21.25"L x 19.25"W x 17.75"H
- Weight
- 64.8 pounds
- In the box
- Coarse plate, fine plate, stuffing plate, 3 stuffing tubes, stainless steel knife, large meat pan, plastic stomper
- Storage
- Drawer beneath the head for plates and accessories
Questions and answers
- Can it grind bones?
- LEM lists raw chicken bones as acceptable. Do not put beef, pork or other large bones through it.
- How fast does it grind?
- LEM rates it at up to 17 lbs of meat per minute, though real output depends on the meat, plate and how cold it is.
- What comes in the box?
- Coarse and fine plates, a stuffing plate, three stuffing tubes, a stainless steel knife, a large meat pan and a plastic stomper.
- Is it good for sausage making?
- Yes. The stuffing plate and three tubes let you grind and stuff with the same machine.
- Is it too big for home use?
- It is a large, heavy machine. It suits hunters and bulk buyers; for a few pounds at a time a smaller grinder is easier to handle.
- Does it need special care?
- Keep the plates and knife clean and dry, and chill meat before grinding for a cleaner cut.
- Where is the LEM BigBite #32 Electric Meat Grinder 1.5 HP cheapest?
- At Core Drive Sports, for $969.99, as of our latest check.
- What do buyers say about the LEM BigBite #32 Electric Meat Grinder 1.5 HP?
- Rated 5 out of 5 from 1 ratings.
