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What GSM is 20lb?

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What GSM is 20lb?

75 gsm
Common Paper Mistake…

STANDARD BASIS WEIGHT GRAMMAGE
1) 20lb Bond/Writing/Ledger 75 gsm
2) 24lb Bond/Writing/Ledger 90 gsm
3) 28lb Bond/Writing/Ledger 105 gsm
4) 32lb Bond/Writing/Ledger 120 gsm

How much is 170 GSM?

Paper Weight Comparison Chart

GSM Bond Index
165 GSM 43 lb 90 lb
170 GSM 45 lb 94 lb
176 GSM 47 lb 97 lb
190 GSM 51 lb 105 lb

How do you convert thickness to GSM?

A rule-of-thumb then is to multiply specific density values by 1000 to obtain the weight of a sheet that is one millimeter in thickness. As an example, the specific density of PP ranges from 0.855 g/cc to 0.946 g/cc. A one millimeter thick layer of PP would then have an areal weight between 855 gsm and 946 gsm.

Which GSM paper is better for printer?

Generally 80 – 90 gsm paper is preferable for most printers and copiers. Using lighter paper will cause problems with jamming and paper roller pickups. Stay away from anything under 75 gsm and you will be thankful in the the long term!

What is 350 GSM paper?

This weight of paper is also most common for items such as booklet and magazine covers. 350 gsm to 400 gsm – This level of thickness is often what people may refer to a card or cover stock and is marked by its ability to stand on its own weight. You will find this thickness of paper for everything from business cards to wedding invitations. PT (Point)

How thick is GSM?

Gsm stands for “grams per square meter” and is a measurement of density. For woven wraps, the gsm gives and idea of how thick or thin the wrap is – how much a wrap weighs as a proportion of its size and width. Generally speaking; less than 180 gsm = really thin. 180 – 220 gsm = thin. 220 – 260 gsm = medium. 260 – 300 gsm = thick.

What is GSM paper?

The term GSM refers to the substance weight of paper, relating to an area of paper that remains constant, irrespective of sheet size, expressed as grams per square metre.