What Size Is PA2 Paper?
PA2, part of the PA / F Series under the Transitional Paper Sizes group, measures 420 x 560 mm, which is 42.0 x 56.0 cm or approximately 16.54 x 22.05 inches. It follows the Transitional (Proposed ISO 216 Extension) specification and has an area of approximately 0.2352 m².
PA2 Paper Size Dimensions & Conversions
PA2 Dimensions in Different Units
| Unit | Width | Height |
|---|---|---|
| Millimeters | 420 mm | 560 mm |
| Centimeters | 42.0 cm | 56.0 cm |
| Inches | 16.54 in | 22.05 in |
| Feet | 1.38 ft | 1.84 ft |
| Meters | 0.42 m | 0.56 m |
| Points | 1191 pt | 1587 pt |
| Picas | 99.2 pc | 132.3 pc |
What Is PA2 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 PA2 when a layout calls for this specific format.
Reproduction and Scaling
PA2 can be scaled up or down to produce related sizes in the same series.
Presentations and Displays
PA2 is suitable for boards, handouts, or displays sized to this format.
Archiving and Filing
Printed materials in PA2 are stored and filed using standard folders sized for this format.
Digital Reference
PA2 dimensions are used as a page-size preset in design and publishing software.