Machinery's Handbook

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Hi guys,Say, fla jim mentioned in another post http://www.weldingweb.com/vbb/showthread...5&pagenumber=1that Machinery's Handbook would be a worthwhile addition to my shop. How does the Machinery's Handbook pocket companion stack up? Does it do a good job of covering all the necessary bases for a weekend warrior? I'd rather spend $20 for the basics than $89 for the full edtion.What do you think? Money waster or well spent?Luc
Reply:TFC,It is more for machinists than welders, however, I would suggest you buy the full addition.  It has extensive information on machinery design and component specifications.  It goes through the Theory and Application of machinery design.I have a hard copy in my shop and the CD in my office for reference.  When I am machining it is a regular reference.  Welding I reference it occasionally.Also it is one of those items you buy once in a lifetime.  You do not need to update it with each new edition it does not change much.Well there is my 2 cents (3 cents Can.) worth.ShadeRon ShopFloorTalk Millermatic 350P, M-25, M-40 gunsDynasty 300DX, Coolmate 3, Crafter CS-310 TorchTrailblazer 302, 12RC, WC-2430A spoolgunSpectrum 2050Thermal Arc Plasma Welder PS-3000/WC-100B
Reply:Just pick up a used copy of ebay.  $20 should get you a clean copy.
Reply:Originally posted by Newb Just pick up a used copy of ebay.  $20 should get you a clean copy.
Reply:That's a great idea! I hadn't thought of it, but I've bought lots of other stuff from there and always had good luck... I didn't realise the different editions were so similar. I'll see if I can't pick up a used one. By the way, a good place to look for used books is http://www.abebooks.com, it's an international organisation of small used bookstores that use a searchable database to market their stuff... works great!Luc
Reply:I have both the full and pocket editions.IMO most the really neat stuff (gear cutting info, etc...) is missing from the pocket edition.  I don't have it in front of me but IIRC the critical stuff (tap/drill sizes, properties of materials, trig tables, etc...) is all in the pocket version.If there's anything specific you'd like to make sure is in the pocket version I'd be happy to check for you when I get back home next week.
Reply:The updates usually address the newer technology, nice but not much use to most of us. the basics of metalworking haven't changed much for many years. I have the 12th, and 25th editions.The newer addition did away with babbit bearings and a few other nice to know things. If you budget is stretched with the 27th edition. You are well served getting any of the older editions.I use mine all the time. Infact I've used it for reference answering questions posted here.One section deals with bandsaws, speed, feed, and tooth pitch.
Reply:I use the 24th. works well
Reply:Any other place to get a cheap copy?
Reply:Go to Bookfinder to find used books of all types!Last edited by Paychk; 05-31-2004 at 09:43 AM.
Reply:half.com is a good source for the fifteen letter requirement
Reply:This site searches all the big sites, alibris, abe etc.http://www.usedbooksearch.co.uk/