B6 vs B9
| B6 | B9 | |
|---|---|---|
| Millimetres | 125 × 176 | 44 × 62 |
| Inches | 4.92 × 6.93 | 1.73 × 2.44 |
| Centimetres | 12.5 × 17.6 | 4.4 × 6.2 |
| Aspect ratio | 1:1.41 | 1:1.41 |
| Area | 220 cm² | 27.3 cm² |
Which is bigger
B6 is 8 times the area of B9. They are 3 steps apart in the B series and each step halves the sheet, so the multiple is two to the power of 3. The number in the name going up while the sheet goes down is why this has to be asked rather than read off.
B6 is 81 mm wider than B9. B6 is 114 mm taller.
Printing one on the other
A B9 page fits inside B6 whole — print it at 100% and you get a 40.5 mm border down each side and 57 mm top and bottom.
| You want | Set the print scale to | Leaves |
|---|---|---|
| B6 artwork on B9 paper | 35.2% | 0 × 0 mm margin |
| B9 artwork on B6 paper | 283.9% | 0.1 × 0 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
Both sheets have the same 1:1.41 proportions, so artwork scales between them without any cropping or extra margin — only the size changes.
Frequently asked questions
What is the difference between B6 and B9?
B6 is 125 × 176 mm and B9 is 44 × 62 mm. B6 is the larger of the two by 706.5% in area.
Can I print B6 on B9?
Not at full size. Scale it to 35.2% and it fits inside B9 with 0 × 0 mm to spare.
Which is bigger, B6 or B9?
B6 — 125 × 176 mm against 44 × 62 mm, which is 706.5% more area.
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