A2U
450 mm
625 mm
What Size Is A2U Paper?
A2U, part of the RA / SRA Series under the Raw Paper Sizes group, measures 450 x 625 mm, which is 45.0 x 62.5 cm or approximately 17.72 x 24.61 inches. It follows the ISO 217 specification and has an area of approximately 0.2812 m².
A2U Paper Size Dimensions & Conversions
Paper Series
RA / SRA Series
Standard
ISO 217
Width
450 mm
Height
625 mm
Area
0.2812 m²
Aspect Ratio
1:1.389
Previous Size
A1U
Next Size
A3U
A2U Dimensions in Different Units
| Unit | Width | Height |
|---|---|---|
| Millimeters | 450 mm | 625 mm |
| Centimeters | 45.0 cm | 62.5 cm |
| Inches | 17.72 in | 24.61 in |
| Feet | 1.48 ft | 2.05 ft |
| Meters | 0.45 m | 0.625 m |
| Points | 1276 pt | 1772 pt |
| Picas | 106.3 pc | 147.6 pc |
What Is A2U Paper Used For?
Pre-Trim Printing
This raw/untrimmed sheet size gives printers extra margin for bleed before trimming to the final size.
Design and Layout
Designers and print professionals use A2U when a layout calls for this specific format.
Reproduction and Scaling
A2U can be scaled up or down to produce related sizes in the same series.
Presentations and Displays
A2U is suitable for boards, handouts, or displays sized to this format.
Archiving and Filing
Printed materials in A2U are stored and filed using standard folders sized for this format.
Digital Reference
A2U dimensions are used as a page-size preset in design and publishing software.
Related RA / SRA Series Sizes
Frequently Asked Questions
What is A2U size in inches?
A2U measures approximately 17.72 x 24.61 inches.
What is A2U size in centimeters?
A2U measures 45.0 x 62.5 cm.
What is A2U size in millimeters?
A2U measures 450 x 625 mm.
What is A2U size in pixels?
At 300 DPI, A2U is approximately 5316 x 7383 pixels.
Is A2U bigger than A3U?
Yes. A2U is larger in area than A3U in the Raw Paper Sizes series.