Paper Sizes

Paper Sizes

Description
Description

Paper Sizes include the various size of sheets of paper that can be used as writing paper, stationery cards, or printed documents. Paper Sizes help users determine which paper size works best for them and will allow them to communicate their ideas. Different regions of the world have created Paper Size standards and guidelines for this reason. The most common is the ISO 216 is the Paper Size standard internationally except for North America and parts of Central and South America. The different types of Paper Sizes guidelines and standards include Architectural Sizes, the Canadian standard, and the ANSI standard.

History
History

Paper sizes have a fascinating development arc, initially lacking standardization. Early paper was made in various sizes based on the mould used. In the late 18th century, paper sizes started to standardize, but different countries had their own systems. The most significant advancement came with the German DIN 476 standard in 1922, introducing the A-series (like A4) based on a simple mathematical formula. This system, later adopted internationally as ISO 216, revolutionized paper sizes, ensuring consistency and interoperability worldwide. This change greatly simplified tasks like printing and stationery design, making our interaction with paper more efficient and predictable.

Future
Future

The future of paper sizes is likely to be influenced by digitalization and environmental concerns. As we move towards a more digital-centric world, the need for standard paper sizes may diminish, but they won't disappear. We might see an increase in demand for specialized sizes for specific purposes, like bespoke stationery or unique print designs.

Eco-friendly and sustainable practices could lead to the creation of paper from alternative materials, potentially affecting size options. Contemporary trends like minimalism might also influence smaller, more efficient paper sizes. In essence, paper sizes will continue to evolve, reflecting our changing usage, technological advancements, and environmental priorities.

Common Questions
Common Questions
What size paper is ‘regular’ printer paper

The size of ‘regular’ printer paper is considered to be the Letter paper size as it is the standard size for most printers. The Letter paper size is typically used as the standard document size and is used to print documents, magazines, catalogs, letters, and general forms.

How is paper made?

Paper is made through a combination of 2 steps. First, cellulose fibers are extracted from different types of sources and converted into pulp. Then, the pulp is combined with water and placed on a paper-making machine that is then flattened, dried, and cut into sheets and rolls.

What is paper weight?

Paper weight can be defined as the weight of the thickness of a paper. Paper weight is determined by weighing 500 sheets of the size of a particular type of paper which is then stated in grams or pounds. Unfortunately, not all paper types have the same standard size so paper weight can become confusing.

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66.22” | 1682 mm
46.81” | 1189 mm
21.52 ft2 | 2 m2
2A0 Paper
168.200
118.900
2.00
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2A0 PaperPerspective view of a 3D model of 2A0 PaperPerspective view of a 3D model of 2A0 Paper
93.62” | 2378 mm
66.22” | 1682 mm
43.06 ft2 | 4 m2
4A0 Paper
237.800
168.200
4.00
5
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4A0 Paper3D model of 4A0 Paper viewed in perspective3D model of 4A0 Paper viewed in perspective
46.81” | 1189 mm
33.11” | 841 mm
10.76 ft2 | 1 m2
A0 Paper
118.900
84.100
1.00
400
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A0 Paper3D model of the A0 Paper viewed in perspective3D model of the A0 Paper viewed in perspective
50.87” | 1292 mm
35.98” | 914 mm
12.7 ft2 | 1.18 m2
A0+ Paper
129.200
91.400
1.18
0
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A0+ PaperView of A0+ Paper in 3D available for downloadView of A0+ Paper in 3D available for download
33.11” | 841 mm
23.39” | 594 mm
5.38 ft2 | .5 m2
A1 Paper
84.100
59.400
0.50
500
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A1 PaperView of the A1 Paper in 3D available for downloadView of the A1 Paper in 3D available for download
35.98” | 914 mm
23.98” | 609 mm
6 ft2 | .557 m2
A1+ Paper
91.400
60.900
0.56
0
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A1+ PaperPerspective view of a 3D model of A1+ PaperPerspective view of a 3D model of A1+ Paper
1.46” | 37 mm
1.02” | 26 mm
.01 ft2 | .001 m2
A10 Paper
3.700
2.600
0.00
100
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A10 PaperView of A10 Paper in 3D available for downloadView of A10 Paper in 3D available for download
1.02” | 26 mm
.71” | 18 mm
.005 ft2 | .0005 m2
A11 Paper
2.600
1.800
0.00
70
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A11 PaperPerspective view of a 3D model of A11 PaperPerspective view of a 3D model of A11 Paper
.71” | 18 mm
.51” | 13 mm
.002 ft2 | .0002 m2
A12 Paper
1.800
1.300
0.00
40
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A12 Paper3D model of A12 Paper viewed in perspective3D model of A12 Paper viewed in perspective
.51” | 13 mm
.35” | 9 mm
.001 ft2 | .0001 m2
A13 Paper
1.300
0.900
0.00
5
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A13 PaperView of A13 Paper in 3D available for downloadView of A13 Paper in 3D available for download
23.39” | 594 mm
16.54” | 420 mm
2.69 ft2 | .25 m2
A2 Paper
59.400
42.000
0.25
600
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A2 PaperPerspective view of a 3D model of the A2 PaperPerspective view of a 3D model of the A2 Paper
16.54” | 420 mm
11.69” | 297 mm
1.35 ft2 | .125 m2
A3 Paper
42.000
29.700
0.13
2500
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A3 Paper3D model of A3 Paper viewed in perspective3D model of A3 Paper viewed in perspective
19.02” | 483 mm
12.95” | 329 mm
1.71 ft2 | .159 m2
A3+ Paper
48.300
32.900
0.16
10
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A3+ Paper3D model of A3+ Paper viewed in perspective3D model of A3+ Paper viewed in perspective
11.69” | 297 mm
8.27” | 210 mm
.68 ft2 | .063 m2
A4 Paper
29.700
21.000
0.06
13000
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A4 PaperView of A4 Paper in 3D available for downloadView of A4 Paper in 3D available for download
8.27” | 210 mm
5.83” | 148 mm
.33 ft2 | .031 m2
A5 Paper
21.000
14.800
0.03
2800
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A5 PaperPerspective view of a 3D model of A5 PaperPerspective view of a 3D model of A5 Paper
5.83” | 148 mm
4.13” | 105 mm
.17 ft2 | .016 m2
A6 Paper
14.800
10.500
0.02
1000
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A6 Paper3D model of A6 Paper viewed in perspective3D model of A6 Paper viewed in perspective
4.13” | 105 mm
2.91” | 74 mm
.09 ft2 | .008 m2
A7 Paper
10.500
7.400
0.01
250
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A7 PaperView of A7 Paper in 3D available for downloadView of A7 Paper in 3D available for download
2.91” | 74 mm
2.05” | 52 mm
.04 ft2 | .004 m2
A8 Paper
7.400
5.200
0.00
80
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A8 PaperPerspective view of a 3D model of A8 PaperPerspective view of a 3D model of A8 Paper
2.05” | 52 mm
1.46” | 37 mm
.02 ft2 | .002 m2
A9 Paper
5.200
3.700
0.00
40
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A9 Paper3D model of A9 Paper viewed in perspective3D model of A9 Paper viewed in perspective
22” | 559 mm
17” | 432 mm
2.59 ft2 | .241 m2
ANSI C Paper
55.900
43.200
0.24
5
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ANSI C Paper3D model of ANSI C Paper viewed in perspective3D model of ANSI C Paper viewed in perspective
34” | 864 mm
22” | 559 mm
5.2 ft2 | .483 m2
ANSI D Paper
86.400
55.900
0.48
5
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ANSI D PaperView of ANSI D Paper in 3D available for downloadView of ANSI D Paper in 3D available for download
44” | 1118 mm
34” | 864 mm
10.4 ft2 | .966 m2
ANSI E Paper
111.800
86.400
0.97
5
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ANSI E PaperPerspective view of a 3D model of ANSI E PaperPerspective view of a 3D model of ANSI E Paper
12” | 305 mm
9” | 229 mm
.75 ft2 | .07 m2
Arch A Paper
30.500
22.900
0.07
5
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Arch A PaperPerspective view of a 3D model of Arch A PaperPerspective view of a 3D model of Arch A Paper
18” | 457 mm
12” | 305 mm
1.5 ft2 | .139 m2
Arch B Paper
45.700
30.500
0.14
5
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Arch B Paper3D model of Arch B Paper viewed in perspective3D model of Arch B Paper viewed in perspective
24” | 610 mm
18” | 457 mm
3 ft2 | .279 m2
Arch C Paper
61.000
45.700
0.28
5
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Arch C PaperView of Arch C Paper in 3D available for downloadView of Arch C Paper in 3D available for download
36” | 914 mm
24” | 610 mm
6 ft2 | .558 m2
Arch D Paper
91.400
61.000
0.56
30
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Arch D PaperPerspective view of a 3D model of Arch D PaperPerspective view of a 3D model of Arch D Paper
48” | 1219 mm
36” | 914 mm
12 ft2 | 1.114 m2
Arch E Paper
121.900
91.400
1.11
5
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Arch E Paper3D model of Arch E Paper viewed in perspective3D model of Arch E Paper viewed in perspective
42” | 1067 mm
30” | 762 mm
8.75 ft2 | .813 m2
Arch E1 Paper
106.700
76.200
0.81
5
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Arch E1 PaperView of Arch E1 Paper in 3D available for downloadView of Arch E1 Paper in 3D available for download
38” | 965 mm
26” | 660 mm
6.86 ft2 | .637 m2
Arch E2 Paper
96.500
66.000
0.64
0
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Arch E2 PaperPerspective view of a 3D model of Arch E2 PaperPerspective view of a 3D model of Arch E2 Paper
39” | 991 mm
27” | 686 mm
7.32 ft2 | .68 m2
Arch E3 Paper
99.100
68.600
0.68
5
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Arch E3 Paper3D model of Arch E3 Paper viewed in perspective3D model of Arch E3 Paper viewed in perspective
51.06” | 1297 mm
36.1” | 917 mm
12.81 ft2 | 1.19 m2
C0 Envelope Paper
129.700
91.700
1.19
0
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C0 Envelope Paper3D model of C0 Envelope Paper viewed in perspective3D model of C0 Envelope Paper viewed in perspective
36.1” | 917 mm
25.51” | 648 mm
6.39 ft2 | .594 m2
C1 Envelope Paper
91.700
64.800
0.59
0
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C1 Envelope PaperView of C1 Envelope Paper in 3D available for downloadView of C1 Envelope Paper in 3D available for download
1.57” | 40 mm
1.1” | 28 mm
.01 ft2 | .001 m2
C10 Envelope Paper
4.000
2.800
0.00
0
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C10 Envelope PaperView of C10 Envelope Paper in 3D available for downloadView of C10 Envelope Paper in 3D available for download
25.51” | 648 mm
18.03” | 458 mm
3.2 ft2 | .297 m2
C2 Envelope Paper
64.800
45.800
0.30
0
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C2 Envelope PaperPerspective view of a 3D model of C2 Envelope PaperPerspective view of a 3D model of C2 Envelope Paper
18.03” | 458 mm
12.76” | 324 mm
1.59 ft2 | .148 m2
C3 Envelope Paper
45.800
32.400
0.15
0
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C3 Envelope Paper3D model of C3 Envelope Paper viewed in perspective3D model of C3 Envelope Paper viewed in perspective
12.76” | 324 mm
9.02” | 229 mm
.8 ft2 | .074 m2
C4 Envelope Paper
32.400
22.900
0.07
0
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C4 Envelope PaperView of C4 Envelope Paper in 3D available for downloadView of C4 Envelope Paper in 3D available for download
9.02” | 229 mm
6.38” | 162 mm
.4 ft2 | .037 m2
C5 Envelope Paper
22.900
16.200
0.04
0
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C5 Envelope PaperPerspective view of a 3D model of C5 Envelope PaperPerspective view of a 3D model of C5 Envelope Paper
6.38” | 162 mm
4.49” | 114 mm
.19 ft2 | .018 m2
C6 Envelope Paper
16.200
11.400
0.02
0
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C6 Envelope Paper3D model of C6 Envelope Paper viewed in perspective3D model of C6 Envelope Paper viewed in perspective
4.49” | 114 mm
3.19” | 81 mm
.1 ft2 | .009 m2
C7 Envelope Paper
11.400
8.100
0.01
0
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C7 Envelope PaperView of C7 Envelope Paper in 3D available for downloadView of C7 Envelope Paper in 3D available for download
3.19” | 81 mm
2.24” | 57 mm
.05 ft2 | .005 m2
C8 Envelope Paper
8.100
5.700
0.01
0
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C8 Envelope PaperPerspective view of a 3D model of C8 Envelope PaperPerspective view of a 3D model of C8 Envelope Paper
2.24” | 57 mm
1.57” | 40 mm
.02 ft2 | .002 m2
C9 Envelope Paper
5.700
4.000
0.00
0
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C9 Envelope Paper3D model of C9 Envelope Paper viewed in perspective3D model of C9 Envelope Paper viewed in perspective
13” | 330 mm
8.5” | 216 mm
.76 ft2 | .071 m2
US Government Legal Paper
33.000
21.600
0.07
5
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US Government Legal PaperView of US Government Legal Paper in 3D available for downloadView of US Government Legal Paper in 3D available for download
10.5” | 267 mm
8” | 203 mm
.58 ft2 | .054 m2
US Government Letter Paper
26.700
20.300
0.05
0
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US Government Letter PaperPerspective view of a 3D model of US Government Letter PaperPerspective view of a 3D model of US Government Letter Paper
8.5” | 216 mm
5.5” | 140 mm
.32 ft2 | .03 m2
US Half Letter Paper
21.600
14.000
0.03
0
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US Half Letter Paper3D model of US Half Letter Paper viewed in perspective3D model of US Half Letter Paper viewed in perspective
8” | 203 mm
5” | 127 mm
.28 ft2 | .026 m2
US Junior Legal Paper
20.300
12.700
0.03
0
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US Junior Legal PaperView of US Junior Legal Paper in 3D available for downloadView of US Junior Legal Paper in 3D available for download
11” | 279 mm
17” | 432 mm
1.3 ft2 | .121 m2
US Ledger Paper (ANSI B)
27.900
43.200
0.12
5
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US Ledger Paper (ANSI B)Perspective view of a 3D model of US Ledger Paper (ANSI B Paper)Perspective view of a 3D model of US Ledger Paper (ANSI B Paper)
14” | 356 mm
8.5” | 216 mm
.83 ft2 | .077 m2
US Legal Paper
35.600
21.600
0.08
55
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US Legal Paper3D model of US Legal Paper viewed in perspective3D model of US Legal Paper viewed in perspective
11” | 279 mm
8.5” | 216 mm
.65 ft2 | .06 m2
US Letter Paper (ANSI A)
27.900
21.600
0.06
90
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US Letter Paper (ANSI A)3D model of US Letter Paper (ANSI A) Paper viewed in perspective3D model of US Letter Paper (ANSI A) Paper viewed in perspective
17” | 432 mm
11” | 279 mm
1.3 ft2 | .121 m2
US Tabloid Paper (ANSI B)
43.200
27.900
0.12
10
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US Tabloid Paper (ANSI B)View of US Tabloid Paper (ANSI B) in 3D available for downloadView of US Tabloid Paper (ANSI B) in 3D available for download
US Government Legal Paper
Collection of drawings of US Government Legal Paper compared to other similar paper sizes

US Government Legal Paper is part of the North American loose paper sizes that are standardized by the American National Standards Institute. US Government Legal Paper is one of the least common paper sizes. US Government Legal Paper is slightly longer, but shares the same width as the US Letter Paper.

US Government Legal Paper has a width of 8.5” (216 mm) and height of 13” (330 mm). The surface area of US Government Legal Paper is .76 ft2 (.071 m2).

Set of dimensioned drawings of US Government Legal Paper labeled with height and width
US Government Legal Paper is part of the North American loose paper sizes that are standardized by the American National Standards Institute. US Government Legal Paper is one of the least common paper sizes. US Government Legal Paper is slightly longer, but shares the same width as US Letter Paper.

US Government Legal Paper has a width of 8.5” (216 mm) and height of 13” (330 mm). The surface area of US Government Legal Paper is .76 ft2 (.071 m2).

Set of dimensioned drawings of US Government Legal Paper labeled with height and width
US Government Legal Paper
Height:
13” | 330 mm
Width:
8.5” | 216 mm
Length:
Depth:
Weight:
Area:
.76 ft2 | .071 m2
Size Ratio
1:1.63
Standard
NA Loose

Drawings include:
US Government Legal Paper plan, size diagram

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ANSI E Paper
Set of drawings comparing the size of ANSI E Paper and other similar paper sizes

ANSI E Paper is part of the 5 paper sizes that make up the ANSI paper series defined by the American National Standards Institute. ANSI E Paper has 2 aspect ratios. ANSI E Paper is the largest paper size of the series and used for large-scale printing.

ANSI E Paper has a width of 34” (864 mm) and height of 44” (1118 mm). The surface area of ANSI E Paper is 10.4 ft2 (.966 m2).

Collection of elevation and plan drawings of ANSI E Paper with height and width dimensions
ANSI E Paper is part of the 5 paper sizes that make up the ANSI paper series defined by the American National Standards Institute. ANSI E Paper has 2 aspect ratios. ANSI E Paper is the largest paper size of the series and used for large-scale printing.

ANSI E Paper has a width of 34” (864 mm) and height of 44” (1118 mm). The surface area of ANSI E Paper is 10.4 ft2 (.966 m2).

Collection of elevation and plan drawings of ANSI E Paper with height and width dimensions
ANSI E Paper
Height:
44” | 1118 mm
Width:
34” | 864 mm
Length:
Depth:
Weight:
Area:
10.4 ft2 | .966 m2
Size Ratio
1:1.29
Standard
ANSI

Drawings include:
ANSI E Paper plan, size diagram

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A8 Paper
Set of drawings comparing the size of A8 Paper and other similar paper sizes

A8 Paper belongs to the A paper size series that is defined by the ISO 216 international paper size standard. A8 Paper size is typically used for bank cards, driver licenses, as well as different types of tickets. A8 Paper is half the size of the A7 paper.

A8 Paper has a width of 2.05” (52 mm) and height of 2.91” (74 mm). The surface area of A8 Paper is .04 ft2 (.004 m2).

Collection of elevation and plan drawings of A8 Paper with height and width dimensions
A8 Paper belongs to the A paper size series that is defined by the ISO 216 international paper size standard. A8 Paper size is typically used for bank cards, driver licenses, as well as different types of tickets. A8 Paper is half the size of the A7 paper.

A8 Paper has a width of 2.05” (52 mm) and height of 2.91” (74 mm). The surface area of A8 Paper is .04 ft2 (.004 m2).

Collection of elevation and plan drawings of A8 Paper with height and width dimensions
A8 Paper
Height:
2.91” | 74 mm
Width:
2.05” | 52 mm
Length:
Depth:
Weight:
Area:
.04 ft2 | .004 m2
Size Ratio
1:√2
Standard
ISO 216

Drawings include:
A8 Paper plan, size diagram

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Arch A Paper
Set of drawings comparing the size of Arch A Paper and other similar paper sizes

Arch A Paper is part of the Architectural Paper series that is standardized by the American National Standards Institute. Arch Paper series is most commonly used by North American architects as they are preferred for their ratio. Arch A Paper has an aspect ratio of 4:3.

Arch A Paper has a width of 9” (229 mm) and height of 12” (305 mm). The surface area of Arch A Paper is .75 ft2 (.07 m2).

Collection of elevation and plan drawings of Arch A Paper with height and width dimensions
Arch A Paper is part of the Architectural Paper series that is standardized by the American National Standards Institute. Arch Paper series is most commonly used by North American architects as they are preferred for their ratio. Arch A Paper has an aspect ratio of 4:3.

Arch A Paper has a width of 9” (229 mm) and height of 12” (305 mm). The surface area of Arch A Paper is .75 ft2 (.07 m2).

Collection of elevation and plan drawings of Arch A Paper with height and width dimensions
Arch A Paper
Height:
12” | 305 mm
Width:
9” | 229 mm
Length:
Depth:
Weight:
Area:
.75 ft2 | .07 m2
Size Ratio
4:3
Standard
ARCH

Drawings include:
Arch A Paper plan, size diagram

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C5 Envelope Paper
Set of drawings comparing the size of C5 Envelope Paper and other similar paper sizes

C5 Envelope Paper belongs to the C envelope paper series that is defined by ISO 269 international paper size standard and is a common envelope size. C5 Envelope Paper holds a flat A5 paper or an A4 Paper folded in half. C5 Envelope Paper is half the size of the C4 Envelope Paper.

C5 Envelope Paper has a width of 6.38” (162 mm) and height of 9.02” (229 mm). The surface area of C5 Envelope Paper is .4 ft2 (.037 m2).

Collection of elevation and plan drawings of C5 Envelope Paper with height and width dimensions
C5 Envelope Paper belongs to the C envelope paper series that is defined by ISO 269 international paper size standard and is a common envelope size. C5 Envelope Paper holds a flat A5 paper or an A4 Paper folded in half. C5 Envelope Paper is half the size of the C4 Envelope Paper.

C5 Envelope Paper has a width of 6.38” (162 mm) and height of 9.02” (229 mm). The surface area of C5 Envelope Paper is .4 ft2 (.037 m2).

Collection of elevation and plan drawings of C5 Envelope Paper with height and width dimensions
C5 Envelope Paper
Height:
9.02” | 229 mm
Width:
6.38” | 162 mm
Length:
Depth:
Weight:
Area:
.4 ft2 | .037 m2
Size Ratio
1:√2
Standard
ISO 269

Drawings include:
C5 Envelope Paper plan, size diagram

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