Workshop Materials (Workshop Practice Series, 30) (Workshop Practice Series, 30) (Workshop Practice Series, 30) (Workshop Practice Series, 30) (Workshop Practice Series, 30)
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| Title | : | Workshop Materials (Workshop Practice Series, 30) (Workshop Practice Series, 30) (Workshop Practice Series, 30) (Workshop Practice Series, 30) (Workshop Practice Series, 30) |
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| Rating | : | 4.79 (938 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 1854861921 |
| Format Type | : | Paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 147 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 1999-10-10 |
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This book describes the many varied materials used by model engineers in their workshops such as iron or steel, non-ferrous metals including aluminum, brass and copper, hard and soft woods and a number of engineering and other plastics. It also contains details about abrasives, adhesives, bearing materials, ceramics and refractory materials, coatings, electroplating solutions, fuels, gases, lubricants, pickles, polishing materials, sealants and solders. It provides an easy reference for those seeking the right material for the task or an item specified on a plan.
Editorial : About the Author Alex Weiss has a PhD in mechanical engineering and established his own home workshop more than forty years ago.
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