C5
162 mm
229 mm
What Size Is C5 Paper?
C5, part of the C Series under the C Envelope Paper Sizes group, measures 162 x 229 mm, which is 16.2 x 22.9 cm or approximately 6.38 x 9.02 inches. It follows the ISO 269 specification and has an area of approximately 0.0371 m².
C5 Paper Size Dimensions & Conversions
Paper Series
C Series
Standard
ISO 269
Width
162 mm
Height
229 mm
Area
0.0371 m²
Aspect Ratio
1:1.414
Previous Size
C4
Next Size
C6
C5 Dimensions in Different Units
| Unit | Width | Height |
|---|---|---|
| Millimeters | 162 mm | 229 mm |
| Centimeters | 16.2 cm | 22.9 cm |
| Inches | 6.38 in | 9.02 in |
| Feet | 0.53 ft | 0.75 ft |
| Meters | 0.162 m | 0.229 m |
| Points | 459 pt | 649 pt |
| Picas | 38.3 pc | 54.1 pc |
What Is C5 Paper Used For?
Mailing Documents
This C-series envelope size is designed to hold its matching A-series paper size without folding.
Design and Layout
Designers and print professionals use C5 when a layout calls for this specific format.
Reproduction and Scaling
C5 can be scaled up or down to produce related sizes in the same series.
Presentations and Displays
C5 is suitable for boards, handouts, or displays sized to this format.
Archiving and Filing
Printed materials in C5 are stored and filed using standard folders sized for this format.
Digital Reference
C5 dimensions are used as a page-size preset in design and publishing software.
Related C Series Sizes
Frequently Asked Questions
What is C5 size in inches?
C5 measures approximately 6.38 x 9.02 inches.
What is C5 size in centimeters?
C5 measures 16.2 x 22.9 cm.
What is C5 size in millimeters?
C5 measures 162 x 229 mm.
What is C5 size in pixels?
At 300 DPI, C5 is approximately 1914 x 2706 pixels.
Is C5 bigger than C6?
Yes. C5 is larger in area than C6 in the C Envelope Paper Sizes series.