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Grizzly Industrial

Grizzly Industrial G1033X - 20" 5 HP Helical Cutterhead Planer

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Features

  • 1 Year warranty
  • US-based Technical Support
  • Powerful 5HP Motor
  • Long lasting helical cutter head produces smoother surface
  • 220V, single-phase, 23A

Specs & Other Info

Specification Details
Manufacturer Grizzly Industrial
Material composition Alloy Steel with a Cast Iron base
Model Number G1033X
Product Dimensions 56" L x 39" W x 41" H
Power Supply Electricity - 220V (Corded)
Weight of Item 909 pounds
Input Capacity 5 Horsepower
Included Accessory Blade
Measurement Compatibility Supports both metric and imperial systems
Special Features Motor (5 HP, 220V, 30A), Work surface (25-3/4" x 20" with potential to extend to 56" x 20"), Maximum cut width (20"), Maximum cut height (8-5/8"), Maximum cut depth (1/8"), Feed rates of 16 & 20 FPM, Cutterhead speed at 5000 RPM with 96 Inserts of Size 15 x 15 x 2.5mm. Requires minimum stock thickness of 1/4" and length of 7". Occupies space (28" x 22").
Batteries Needed No
Product available since June 5, 2013

Frequently asked questions

The Grizzly Industrial G1033X with its 20-inch width and 5 HP helical cutterhead is ideal for a wide range of woodworking projects, from hobbyist crafts to professional-grade cabinetry and furniture making. Its power and precision make it well-suited for smoothing and finishing large pieces of lumber, ensuring a consistently smooth finish even on hardwoods.

The helical cutterhead in the Grizzly G1033X planer features small, square carbide inserts arranged in a helix or spiral pattern. This design reduces noise and vibration compared to traditional straight knife cutterheads, offers a smoother finish with less tear-out on tricky grain, and allows for easier changing of individual cutters when they become dull.

Yes, the helical cutterhead in the Grizzly G1033X is specifically designed to efficiently handle hardwoods with ease, providing a smooth, tear-free finish. The high-quality carbide inserts are durable and long-lasting, reducing the need for frequent maintenance. When required, individual inserts can be rotated or replaced easily without having to remove the entire cutterhead, saving both time and maintenance costs.

While the Grizzly G1033X 20-inch planer is a professional-grade tool, it is designed with user-friendly controls and a straightforward setup process. Beginners might require some time to familiarize themselves with its functions and safety features. However, the comprehensive manual and online resources provided by Grizzly Industrial facilitate a smoother learning curve. Prior experience with woodworking machinery is beneficial but not necessary.

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🚀 Abunda's Overview

This is our summary and key points to consider based on customer reviews.

The product majority of reviews for the Grizzly 1033X are highly positive, noting its efficiency and high performance in cutting through wood. Users have noted its ease of use and quality results, remarking on the smoothness of the processed boards. The machine is also lauded for its quiet operation and power.

Pros

  • 🔧 Easy to use and assemble
  • 💪 Powerful, capable of handling thousands of board feet of wood
  • 🔇 Operates quietly
  • ⏱ Efficient in processing wood, saving time

Cons

  • 🔩 Some reviewers mentioned issues with bearing replacements
  • 💲 Replacement parts, particularly the carbide inserts, can be costly
  • ⚖️ The machine is quite heavy and would need equipment to move

Should I Buy It?

If high power, efficiency and ease of use are your primary considerations in purchasing a wood processing machine, the Grizzly 1033X is a excellent choice. While some users have noted bearing maintenance issues and high cost of replacement parts, the overall user feedback on its performance has been overwhelmingly positive.

    • Husband loves it!!!
Husband always wanted this for his wood shop he has a sawmill . So I bought it for him. Makes his sawmilled logs look like glass . Beautiful boards . Easy to use . Very heavy used a backhoe to move into place
Reviewed in the United States on August 29, 2023 by deidre king
    • Beast
I have had this planer for close to 7 years. I use it as a hobbyist. It is a beast compared to the Delta 13" Benchtop I upgraded from. I have run a couple of thousand board feet of teak and mahogany through it and I have not rotated the carbide inserts once. I still have 3 more sides to go. My planer came with a byrd head with 10 spare inserts in case any get chipped. Newer planers may come with the Grizzly head which has straight inserts instead of inserts with a small radius like the Byrd. I will probably need new inserts in about 20 years. Replacement inserts are available from vendors other than Grizzly. The planer is significantly quieter than my old planer. My dust collector makes more noise. I don't wear hearing protection when using it. No bearing replacements or other maintenance was done other than a gearbox oil change and regular lubrication. The 20" width allows me to flatten glue ups before sanding. Which is a real time an labour saver. This planer has a serrated feed roller instead of the rubber one on my delta. As a result of this the minimum depth of cut is around 12 to 15 thou. (about a quarter of a handwheel turn). If you take anything smaller the feed roller will leave marks on your work piece. I have never used the table locks. About 6 months ago I installed a digital height gauge I got on sale. Would buy again. Would recommend to others. Mikail ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on September 23, 2014 by M Khan
    • Great machine love it.
Great machine. Very quiet. Going to save me a ton of time in my wood processing.
Reviewed in the United States on December 8, 2021 by pat van wyhe
    • Great addition to the shop
Review Image by Proturnshop Proturnshop
Grizzly 1033x was delivered at 11:55 am from UPS and was up and running by 1:30. Very powerful fast machine with a quiet smooth cut. It came with a 30amp plug on the power cord prewired. I added the recommended caster kit and it rolls great.
Reviewed in the United States on July 29, 2020 by Proturnshop Proturnshop
    • It’s a MONSTER!
Review Image by MSR Workshop MSR Workshop
Just got this to upgrade from a Delta 15” x5 that I had upgraded with a helical head. Every thing is fantastic so far. I had to drain the gear box right off the bat because it was under filled and didn’t want to mix oils. It was easy to drain and fill with an oil pump that people typically use in boats. I filled it with 85w 140 gear oil which was recommended in the manual. I also added tension to the belts. Cutter, I think, is a bird head and not a grizzly house brand. Mine came with a serial number and was assembled in late 2020. I have it set up on a Bora 3550 Mobile base and it rolls like a dream. I don’t use this in a production shop but I’m sure it would be right at home in one. The 5hp motor is a monster and appears to be a different motor than what’s in the older Grizzly G0454Z with the spiral cutter. Over all I am 100% happy. Working on my older delta I can honestly say that the gear box and and the way they work are all identical between brands, ie... Powermatic, Jet, Delta. All are made the same In China and there are few differences except in looks and aesthetic touches. These machines are quite simple to service and maintain, it’s not a quick job but it’s not overly complicated. Also because all these machines have the same parts, they are gonna be readily available if something were to go wrong. That being said I don’t foresee any problems and this should outlive me if it’s taken care of. I wouldn’t buy a Powermatic over this just for a paint job, there really isn’t a difference. It’s a great matchine and I saved $1500 over a jet or Powermatic! ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on January 22, 2021 by MSR Workshop MSR Workshop
    • Bearing Problems/Replacement Cutterhead Cost
Purchased the G1033X in March of 08 and in February of 09 had to replace the bearings for the cutterhead. Talked to Grizzly and because under warranty, they sent new ones. It was definitely not an easy replacement. January 10 had to replace bearings again. Before purchasing this planer, beware of the cost of the replacement carbide inserts. They are $62.95 per 10 pack. I need to replace all, as I have used all 4 sides, and it will cost me roughly $650 to do so! Grizzly offers no volume discount on carbide inserts. Whether you buy 10 or 1000, the cost is still $6.30 each. It is almost cheaper to replace the cutterhead with a Byrd (certainly cheaper in the long-run). When I talked to Grizzly, they said "That's why not many people purchase this planer...". If I had to do it over again, I would have purchased a standard 4 knife planer and upgraded to the Byrd spiral cutterhead. It would have been MUCH cheaper. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on June 22, 2010 by Scott S
    • 5 years in a production shop with no issues
This thing has run like a champ. No issues at all. The knives have been rotated twice but there have been 1000's of board feet of lumber run through this (some of it pretty rough). Can't say enough good things about this planer (basically the same as the powermatic model but ~$1000 less). Its too bad the other reviewer had a bad go with some parts (maybe a bad lot). But the other grizzly tools I've used have been trouble free as well. Happy woodworking. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on July 2, 2013 by AbsoluteRock

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