Changing the Measurement Unit

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.

English units

Metric units

Inch

Millimeter

Fahrenheit

Celsius

Pound

Kilogram

Fluid ounce

Milliliters

PSI (pounds/square inch)

Kilopascal

Inch-pound

Decinewton-meter

Ounce

Gram

  1. 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.  

  2. 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.

Note:  Measurement system conversion does not change any of the data stored in GainSeeker.  It only changes the numbers you see when drawing charts and reports.

If you selected Analysis Mode 2 so that retrieval and statistics options can be applied to individual part numbers or process specifications that you select, one more option is available:

After making your selections, click OK to keep your changes or Cancel to undo your changes.  You will then be returned to the Retrieval Options screen.