Written by an experienced engineer this new primer textbook covers all the basic techniques of model engineering understanding engineering drawings; setting up a workshop; buying materials; marking out; sawing; filing; bending & forming metals; drilling & boring holes The book
Includes:: a review of the properties & characteristics of engineering materials & describes the hardening of carbon steel for cutting tools in the home workshop Sources of information for model engineers are described together with the principal types of activity & common modelling scales Points for consideration when buying a lathe are covered plus how it should be set up & operated Also included is information on the preparation & sharpening of lathe tools & their use for the basic turning processes A major chapter is dedicated to the adaptation of the lathe for milling & boring & the use of the commonest types of milling cutter Profusely illustrated with line drawings & photographs this is a comprehensive guide aimed at students & practical people with little experience of working with metal & wishing to embark on this fascinating hobby