On this page we answer the following question: What is A2 size in cm? Look here if you want to know what the A2 size in mm or the A2 size in inches.
Dimensions A2 size in cm
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An A2 size in cm has a width of 42,0 cm and a length of 59,4 cm.
A2 paper can be used for many different things. A2 paper is also used for brochures, posters and calendars.
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The weight of A2 size paper
When ordering printed matter, you are often asked how many grams of paper you want the calendar, menu or brochure printed on. Quite a tricky question. That’s why it’s good to know that in most cases the weight also determines the thickness of the paper. The heavier the number of grams, the thicker the paper often is. And the more luxurious the appearance of your product.
For printing paper we actually always use 80 grams A2 paper. This does not mean that an A2 paper weighs 80 grams. The name is derived from how much 1 m² of paper (A0 size paper) weighs. An 80 gram A2 paper weighs 20 grams.
What does the 2 stand for in A2 paper?
The 2 from the size represents the number of times the A0 size is halved. An A2 size fits 4 times in the A0 size (which has a surface area of 1m²).
Overview of the A-Series in centimetres
| Size | Centimeter |
|---|---|
| 4A0 | 168.2 x 237.8 |
| 2A0 | 118.9 x 168.2 |
| A0 | 84.1 x 118.9 |
| A1 | 59.4 x 84.1 |
| A2 | 42.0 x 59.4 |
| A3 | 29.7 x 42.0 |
| A4 | 21.0 x 29.7 |
| A5 | 14.8 x 21.0 |
| A6 | 10.5 x 14.8 |
| A7 | 7.4 x 10.5 |
| A8 | 5.2 x 7.4 |
| A9 | 3.7 x 5.2 |
| A10 | 2.6 x 3.7 |
