What Size Is F8 Paper?
F8, part of the PA / F Series under the Transitional Paper Sizes group, measures 52 x 82 mm, which is 5.2 x 8.2 cm or approximately 2.05 x 3.23 inches. It follows the Transitional (Proposed ISO 216 Extension) specification and has an area of approximately 42.6 cm².
F8 Paper Size Dimensions & Conversions
F8 Dimensions in Different Units
| Unit | Width | Height |
|---|---|---|
| Millimeters | 52 mm | 82 mm |
| Centimeters | 5.2 cm | 8.2 cm |
| Inches | 2.05 in | 3.23 in |
| Feet | 0.17 ft | 0.27 ft |
| Meters | 0.052 m | 0.082 m |
| Points | 147 pt | 232 pt |
| Picas | 12.3 pc | 19.4 pc |
What Is F8 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 F8 when a layout calls for this specific format.
Reproduction and Scaling
F8 can be scaled up or down to produce related sizes in the same series.
Presentations and Displays
F8 is suitable for boards, handouts, or displays sized to this format.
Archiving and Filing
Printed materials in F8 are stored and filed using standard folders sized for this format.
Digital Reference
F8 dimensions are used as a page-size preset in design and publishing software.