Definitions for "Interchangeability"
The characteristic of a design that allows direct replacement of one item with another without requiring any modifications.
The maximum indicated change in temperature when substituting thermistors.
A measure of the degree to which combustion characteristics of one gas are compatible with those of another gas. Two gases are said to be interchangeable when one gas may be substituted for the other gas without interfering with the operation of gas burning appliances or equipment.
A statement that describes how closely a sensor adheres to its defining equation, and the maximum variation that would exist in the readings of identical sensors mounted side-by-side under identical conditions.
The ability for a head sensor to be interchanged with another of the same type without the need to recalibrate the system (also referred to as Universal Electronics). Some monitors support the interchangeability of different types of heads.
The state or quality of being interchangeable; interchangeableness.
the quality of being capable of exchange or interchange
A condition which exists when two or more items possess such functional and physical characteristics as to be equivalent in performance and durability, and are capable of being exchanged one for the other without alteration of the items themselves, or of adjoining items, except for adjustment, and without selection for fit and performance. (Joint Pub 1-02)
The ability to exchange tapes between different manufacturers' videotape recorders with no appreciable degradation of playback image.