B0 vs ARCH E
| B0 | ARCH E | |
|---|---|---|
| Millimetres | 1000 × 1414 | 914.4 × 1219.2 |
| Inches | 39.37 × 55.67 | 36 × 48 |
| Centimetres | 100 × 141.4 | 91.4 × 121.9 |
| Aspect ratio | 1:1.41 | 1:1.33 |
| Area | 14140 cm² | 11148.4 cm² |
Which is bigger
B0, by 26.8% in area. B0 is 85.6 mm wider than ARCH E. B0 is 194.8 mm taller.
Printing one on the other
A ARCH E page fits inside B0 whole — print it at 100% and you get a 42.8 mm border down each side and 97.4 mm top and bottom.
| You want | Set the print scale to | Leaves |
|---|---|---|
| B0 artwork on ARCH E paper | 86.2% | 52.2 × 0 mm margin |
| ARCH E artwork on B0 paper | 109.4% | 0 × 80.7 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 ARCH E is 1:1.33. 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 52.2 mm of unwanted margin.
Frequently asked questions
What is the difference between B0 and ARCH E?
B0 is 1000 × 1414 mm and ARCH E is 914.4 × 1219.2 mm. B0 is the larger of the two by 26.8% in area.
Can I print B0 on ARCH E?
Not at full size. Scale it to 86.2% and it fits inside ARCH E with 52.2 × 0 mm to spare.
Which is bigger, B0 or ARCH E?
B0 — 1000 × 1414 mm against 914.4 × 1219.2 mm, which is 26.8% more area.
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