B0 vs ANSI E
| B0 | ANSI E | |
|---|---|---|
| Millimetres | 1000 × 1414 | 863.6 × 1117.6 |
| Inches | 39.37 × 55.67 | 34 × 44 |
| Centimetres | 100 × 141.4 | 86.4 × 111.8 |
| Aspect ratio | 1:1.41 | 1:1.29 |
| Area | 14140 cm² | 9651.6 cm² |
Which is bigger
B0, by 46.5% in area. B0 is 136.4 mm wider than ANSI E. B0 is 296.4 mm taller.
Printing one on the other
A ANSI E page fits inside B0 whole — print it at 100% and you get a 68.2 mm border down each side and 148.2 mm top and bottom.
| You want | Set the print scale to | Leaves |
|---|---|---|
| B0 artwork on ANSI E paper | 79% | 73.2 × 0 mm margin |
| ANSI E artwork on B0 paper | 115.8% | 0 × 119.9 mm margin |
These are the numbers for the "custom scale" box in a print dialog. "Fit to page" computes the same thing, but knowing the figure tells you in advance whether the result will look deliberate or accidental.
Why the shapes matter
The proportions differ: B0 is 1:1.41 and ANSI E is 1:1.29. That difference is why a layout moved between them never quite lines up — scale it to fit one edge and the other is left with 73.2 mm of unwanted margin.
Frequently asked questions
What is the difference between B0 and ANSI E?
B0 is 1000 × 1414 mm and ANSI E is 863.6 × 1117.6 mm. B0 is the larger of the two by 46.5% in area.
Can I print B0 on ANSI E?
Not at full size. Scale it to 79% and it fits inside ANSI E with 73.2 × 0 mm to spare.
Which is bigger, B0 or ANSI E?
B0 — 1000 × 1414 mm against 863.6 × 1117.6 mm, which is 46.5% more area.
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