Machinery’s Handbook, 29th Edition, by Erik Oberg (and other authors), is a comprehensive and authoritative reference book for metalworking, manufacturing, and mechanical engineering. Widely known as the “bible of the metalworking industries,” it provides a vast collection of technical data, standards, formulas, and practical information essential for engineers, designers, machinists, and students.
Key Features of the 29th Edition
The 29th edition, published in 2012, includes extensive updates and new material to reflect modern manufacturing practices. Key areas that were revised or expanded include:
• Mathematics: Comprehensive tables and formulas for algebra, geometry, trigonometry, and more.
• Mechanics & Strength of Materials: Data on topics such as stress, strain, beams, shafts, and fluid mechanics.
• Manufacturing Processes: Detailed information on cutting tools, machining operations, and CNC programming.
• Materials: Properties and treatment of a wide range of materials, including metals, plastics, and ceramics.
• Dimensioning, Gaging, and Measuring: Sections on metrology and the calculation of hole coordinates.
• Fasteners & Threads: Expanded content on metric threads, screws, bolts, and helical coil screw thread inserts.
The book has over 2,800 pages and features a significant increase in metric content, with metric units often shown alongside U.S. customary units. The entire text was reset, and many figures were redrawn for improved clarity.
Who Is It For?
This handbook is a fundamental resource for anyone in a related field, from students and home hobbyists to experienced professionals. It is particularly valuable for those working in:
• Mechanical and Industrial Engineering
• Manufacturing and Metalworking
• Tool and Die Making
• Drafting and Design
The book is available in various formats, including a compact “toolbox” edition, a large-print version, and a CD-ROM.
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