What Size Is PA8 Paper?
PA8, part of the PA / F Series under the Transitional Paper Sizes group, measures 52 x 70 mm, which is 5.2 x 7.0 cm or approximately 2.05 x 2.76 inches. It follows the Transitional (Proposed ISO 216 Extension) specification and has an area of approximately 36.4 cm².
PA8 Paper Size Dimensions & Conversions
PA8 Dimensions in Different Units
| Unit | Width | Height |
|---|---|---|
| Millimeters | 52 mm | 70 mm |
| Centimeters | 5.2 cm | 7.0 cm |
| Inches | 2.05 in | 2.76 in |
| Feet | 0.17 ft | 0.23 ft |
| Meters | 0.052 m | 0.07 m |
| Points | 147 pt | 198 pt |
| Picas | 12.3 pc | 16.5 pc |
What Is PA8 Paper Used For?
Cross-Format Printing
This size bridges ISO and US paper dimensions, useful for international magazines and presentations.
Design and Layout
Designers and print professionals use PA8 when a layout calls for this specific format.
Reproduction and Scaling
PA8 can be scaled up or down to produce related sizes in the same series.
Presentations and Displays
PA8 is suitable for boards, handouts, or displays sized to this format.
Archiving and Filing
Printed materials in PA8 are stored and filed using standard folders sized for this format.
Digital Reference
PA8 dimensions are used as a page-size preset in design and publishing software.