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Is 80 GSM paper thick?
80 gsm is ideal for forms, letters and handouts. Standard home/office printing paper thickness. 90 gsm is widely used as office paper. 90gsm is our lowest white paper thickness, commonly used for black and white printing.
What is the meaning of 80 GSM in paper?
Grams per square metre
This stands for ‘Grams per square metre’ and means exactly that ie how many grams a single sheet of paper weighs measuring 1m x 1m. Common paper weights in cut sheets are: 80gsm.
What is the difference between 80gsm and 90gsm paper?
80gsm paper – suitable for everyday printing needs. 90gsm paper – provides better quality colour prints but is also suitable for general office use. 100gsm paper – a good quality paper for letterheads or executive mailings.
Is 80gsm good for printing?
Paper weights go as low as 40gsm for tracing paper and the optimum for most laser printers is 80gsm general-purpose printing paper. General users don’t worry about GSM limitations as they mostly print standard documents using the 80gsm reams of paper, which is recommended.
How thick is 80g paper?
0.065
The Thickness of Printing Paper List
| Name | Thickness/mm |
|---|---|
| 80gsm art paper | 0.065 |
| 105gsm art paper | 0.085 |
| 128gsm art paper | 0.105 |
| 157gsm art paper | 0.135 |
What is 70 GSM paper in lbs?
Paper Weight Comparison Chart
| GSM | Bond | Text/Book |
|---|---|---|
| 244 GSM | 65 lb | 165 lb |
| 250 GSM | 66 lb | 169 lb |
| 253 GSM | 67 lb | 171 lb |
| 264 GSM | 70 lb | 178 lb |
What is the difference between 80 lb and 100 lb paper?
80 lb text feels similar to your standard copy paper
What is 80 pound paper?
A popular paper choice among the 80 lb text paper is the Stardream Metallic paper and envelopes. The shimmer paper is often used for wedding and special event programs. The 80 lb text paper, equivalent to 118 gsm, is often used to convert fine envelopes.
What is the means of GSM in paper quality?
GSM is an acronym standing for ‘Grams per Square Meter’. Quite simply, it allows print buyers and print suppliers to know exactly about the quality of paper that is being ordered. The higher the GSM number, the heavier the paper. If you’re buying print then make sure you know what you’re talking about.
What is GSM weight on paper?
The standard weights of machine-made paper are 190 gsm (90 lb), 300 gsm (140 lb), 356 gsm (260 lb), and 638 gsm (300 lb). It’s generally recommended that paper less than 356 gsm is stretched before use to prevent it buckling or warping.