DEWALT DW618 Fixed Base Router 2-1/4 HP
- Maximum Rotational Speed: 24000 rpm
- Power Source: Corded Electric
- Base Type: Fixed
- Amperage: 12 amps
Last refreshed Aug 4, 2026 · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A proven corded router for edge and template routing where steady power and speed control matter more than portability.
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ASIN: B00006JKXBModel: DW618Category: Woodworking Routers
Overview
The DEWALT DW618 is a corded fixed base router built around a 2.25 horsepower motor, aimed at woodworkers doing edge profiling, dado cuts, and template work. It draws 12 amps on standard 120 volt household power and spins up to 24,000 RPM.
Fixed base routers like the DW618 are the workhorse choice for repeatable, controlled cuts rather than free hand plunge work, and this one has been a mainstay in cabinet and furniture shops for years. Its electronic variable speed control lets it slow down for larger bits without burning the material.
- 2.25 horsepower, 12 amp motor
- 24,000 RPM top speed
- 120 volt corded electric power
Who it's for
Fits woodworkers who need router table or handheld edge work with consistent power delivery, from hobbyists building furniture to shops running it daily. Not the pick for plunge cutting tasks like mortises, since this is the fixed base version rather than a plunge or combo kit.
Pros and cons
- Strong 2.25 horsepower motor for larger bits
- Electronic variable speed control
- Corded power avoids battery runtime limits
- Fixed base only, no plunge function
- Heavier than compact or trim routers
- Cord limits reach compared to cordless options
Performance notes
The 2.25 horsepower motor and 12 amp draw give it enough torque to run larger diameter bits without bogging down, while the 24,000 RPM top speed and electronic variable speed keep smaller bits from tearing out softer woods. At 4.34 kilograms it has enough mass to stay steady against feed pressure, though that same weight makes extended handheld use more tiring than a compact trim router.
Specifications
| Brand | DeWalt |
|---|---|
| Model | DW618 |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item Weight | 9.57 poundshigher than 81% of 125 woodworking routers |
| Item Dimensions W X H | 7.2 × 10.8 inches |
| Capacity & performance | |
| Maximum Rotational Speed | 24000 rpmlower than 51% of 108 woodworking routers |
| Power & efficiency | |
| Power Source | Corded Electric |
| Amperage | 12 ampshigher than 69% of 46 woodworking routers |
| Battery Description | Corded Electric |
| Voltage | 120 voltshigher than 59% of 101 woodworking routers |
| Horsepower | 2.25 hp |
| Construction & materials | |
| Material Type | Blend |
| Color | Yellow |
| Included components | |
| Unit Count | 1 |
| Included Components | 2-1/4 HP EVS FIXED BASE ROUTER |
| Warranty & support | |
| Manufacturer Warranty Description | 3 Year Limited Warranty |
| Other details | |
| Base Type | Fixed |
| Item Type Name | 2-1/4 HP EVS FIXED BASE ROUTER |
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Frequently asked questions
Can the DEWALT DW618 plunge cut?
No, this is the fixed base version, so it is meant for edge and table routing rather than plunge work.
What size motor does the DW618 have?
A 2.25 horsepower, 12 amp motor that runs on standard 120 volt power.
Does the DW618 have variable speed?
Yes, it offers electronic variable speed control up to 24,000 RPM.