Metals & Alloys in the Unified Numbering System

The 11th edition of this reference for metal and alloy designations within the Unified Numbering System (UNS) has been expanded to include 125 new listings and changes to 340 other entries. Compiled by the SAE and the ASTM, this volume lists over 5200 designations of metals and alloys by their unified number, description, chemical composition and cross-reference specifications, giving engineers and manufacturers a complete set of identifying information. The Index of Common Trade Names has also been revised and now contains more than 4500 listings. Annotation ©2009 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)