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Maximum Capacity (Identification)

Definition:

Observations:

1. The maximum capacity of the object corresponds to the peak point in its range of action. This may be power, voltage, pressure, extension, electrical charge, volume, etc.
2. This field is used in conjunction with the Capacity Measurement Unit and Minimum Capacity fields.

Entry rules:

1. Enter the maximum capacity in real numbers.
   Example

   A scale that can measure the weight of objects under 500 grams

   	Object Name	scale
   	Capacity Measurement Unit	g
   	Minimum Capacity	0
   	Maximum Capacity	500

2. If the value is negative, enter a minus sign "-" before the value.
   Example

   A laboratory thermometer that can measure from -70 to -10 degrees Fahrenheit

   	Object Name	thermometer
   	Capacity Measurement Unit	°F
   	Minimum Capacity	-70
   	Maximum Capacity	-10

3. If you are unsure whether your information is correct, include a space and a question mark after the value.
4. This field may not contain more than one entry.