Shopping CNC routers? This is a tough benchtop hobbyist CNC router that hundreds of our customers use every day!
DWC1824 CNC Router
Ships fully assembled and ready to carve on day one!
Carve 18” X 24”
Made in the USA (in our Indiana shop)
Laser + 4th Axis options!
Vectric design software options
Packages start at $2,799
WALKTHROUGH VIDEO
This is a real walkthrough by the Digital Wood Carver team showing how the DWC1824 runs, what comes with it, and what setup looks like.
Watch the flashy DWC1824 video here.
Book a personalized CNC walkthrough with us to really understand how it works and get your specific questions answered.
WHAT WE’RE MAKING
Many of our customers, often new to CNC, want an easy-to-learn machine and reliable support to complete their first project the week it arrives.
Here’s what they make!
Choose your setup
Not sure? We’ll point you to the right setup.
The DWC1824 Mini Carver is everything you need to start carving masterful work pieces as large as 18” x 24” wide and 4” tall, easily and affordably without sacrificing quality.
Learn more: DWC1824 Product Info
The DWC Mini Carver 4th axis gives the user the ability to create 360 degree projects such as spindles, legs, and ornamental round carvings. The capacity of the 4th axis is 3.5" in diameter and 18" in length.
The DWC Mini Carver Stand provides a stable base to the Mini Carver leaving your valuable bench top real estate open for other projects, tools, and assembly. The stand features a lower shelf for additional storage. If you want total mobility, check out our Mobile Base with Casters.
What’s included
DWC1824 Hobby CNC Router (Ships 100% pre-assembled and ready to run; no assembly required)
18" x 24" carving capacity (open-ended table for longer boards)
Makita 1.25 HP variable-speed router included
Starter bits included (60° V-bit)
PlanetCNC TNG controller software included
DWC Omni Control with real-time carve status + motion tracking
Two wooden hold-down clamps + transparent dust skirts
Vectric VCarve Desktop design software included (Standard on all 1824 packages)
Most shops also add dust collection and keep a dedicated laptop near the machine.
Support Keeps You Carving
We back you up with:
step-by-step startup guides
free one-on-one orientation training
ongoing support when questions come up
You’ll also have access to our owner community for ideas, projects, and answers from other owners (in our private Facebook group).
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No. Many DWC1824 owners start without hands-on CNC experience. We help you learn the real workflow: how to design a file in VCarve Desktop, create toolpaths, and run your carve. You’re a maker, and this is just another (very precise) tool in your shop.
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No. Unlike many other hobby-level machines, the DWC1824 is not a kit. It ships 100% pre-assembled and tested. You just unbox it, plug it in, and connect it to your computer.
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Yes. Because the DWC1824 features a unique open-ended table design, you aren't limited by the length of the machine. By using the "Tiling" feature in VCarve Desktop, you can still carve an 8-foot board, but you must clarify that the software handles it in 24-inch sections.
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It’s built primarily for all wood species, but it is also a powerhouse for machining plastics, acrylics, and composites. It can even handle high-detail etching on glass, marble, and soft metals like aluminum or brass.
FAQ
I’m Burl!
Picking a CNC isn’t easy. There are a lot of options out there!
I’m Burl, an engineer, and I’ve built woodworking machinery most of my life. About 15 years ago, I built the first Digital Wood Carver. Today, my wife, my brother, and the rest of our team work out of our shop in Martinsville, Indiana.
Our goal is simple: build high-quality CNCs and give you real, personal support so you don’t get stuck — and you actually enjoy using your machine.
