Machine Shop Essentials: Questions & Answers

P.E. Frank Marlow

ISBN 10: 0975996304 / ISBN 13: 9780975996300

Published by Unknown, 2004

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This book is in very good condition. It has been well cared for and shows only minor signs of previous use. The cover may have light wear such as small creases or slight edge wear, and the pages are clean with minimal markings. The spine remains intact and fully functional. This book may contain light highlighting, notes, or an inscription from the previous owner, but nothing that affects readability. Overall, it is a solid, attractive copy that is ready to be enjoyed.

Seller Inventory # B7-V-20260602-0975996304-30.48

Bibliographic Details

• Title: Machine Shop Essentials: Questions & Answers
• Publisher: Unknown
• Publication Date: 2004
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0975996304
• ISBN 13: 9780975996300
• Binding: paperback
• Condition: Very Good

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Synopsis

A comprehensive and detailed presentation of manual machine tools and methods, machine shop know-how and practical shop tips. Machine Shop Essentials is for a wide range of users including machinists, engineers, model makers, R & D lab technicians, instrument makers, prototype builders, product designers and gunsmiths. Machine Shop Essentials features: * A simple question-and-answer format. * Material is divided into small, easy-to-understand blocks. * Over 500 clear, concise drawings. * Introduction to metal lathes, milling machines, drill presses and their cutting tools and accessories. * Step-by-step instructions for many common machine shop operations, including typical problems and their solutions. * Shortcuts, specialized tools and tips from expert machinists on indispensable shop-made tools that will quickly expand the user's capabilities. * Machine tool accessories that simplify making complex parts. * Screw threads and non-threaded fasteners. * General shop safety issues and special precautions for each machine tool. * A review of basic precision measuring and marking tools and methods. * How to incorporate purchased components such as bearing, gears, snap rings and roll pins to quickly make sophisticated and durable devices. * How to heat-treat steel in the machine shop. * Guidelines for avoiding metal fatigue failures. * Cutting, drilling, and shaping plastic, rubber and glass. * Safety precautions and equipment for each machine tool. * A comprehensive machine shop glossary.