Each standard is configured for a particular measurement unit, such as inches or kilograms. However, you can report data and statistics in a different measurement unit.
To use the measurement unit configured in the standard without converting to a different unit, click Automatic.
For standards configured for Metric units, you can report the data in English units by clicking English. Units that can be automatically converted are listed in the conversion table below.
For standards configured for English units, you can report the data in Metric units by clicking Metric. Units that can be automatically converted are listed in the conversion table below.
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English units |
Metric units |
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Inch |
Millimeter |
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Fahrenheit |
Celsius |
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Pound |
Kilogram |
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Fluid ounce |
Milliliters |
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PSI (pounds/square inch) |
Kilopascal |
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Inch-pound |
Decinewton-meter |
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Ounce |
Gram |
For any measurement units not listed in the conversion table above, you can define your own conversion by clicking Custom.
Type the measurement unit from the standard in the Convert box, and then type the new measurement unit (or its abbreviation) in the To box.
In the Multiplier value box, enter the number by which the original values must be multiplied to arrive at the same value in the new measurement unit.
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If you selected Analysis Mode 2 on Chart Wizard Step 1, one more option is available:
To apply the selected measurement system to all part numbers or Short Run process specifications that you selected on Chart Wizard Step 1, select the Apply to all items in selected values list check box.
To apply the selected measurement system only to the values you selected on Chart Wizard Step 3 for retrieval and statistical options, clear the Apply to all items in selected values list check box.
After making your selections, click OK to keep your changes or Cancel to undo your changes. You will then be returned to Retrieval Options Wizard Step 4.
