What is 16pt cardstock in lbs?
The thickness of our cover or card stocks are measured in pt (point), and our text or thin papers are measure in lb (pound)….Paper Weight Comparison Chart.
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What is 16pt cardstock in lbs?
The thickness of our cover or card stocks are measured in pt (point), and our text or thin papers are measure in lb (pound)….Paper Weight Comparison Chart.
| Stock | Weight (gsm) |
|---|---|
| 13pt Pulp | 200gsm |
| 16pt | 350gsm |
| 17pt Smooth Uncoated (100% Recycled) | 350gsm |
| 18pt Brown Kraft (100% Recycled) | 315gsm |
What is 16pt paper?
To get the obvious out of the way, 16pt cardstock is thicker than its 14pt counterpart, giving it a higher quality feel. The added weight makes it extra durable, meaning your business card investment should last longer, and survive the perils of being squished into your recipients’ wallets.
What GSM is 16 pt?
350 gsm
Converting Between the GSM and PT Unit System
| Thickness / Packaging Material | Weight |
|---|---|
| 14 point Uncoated | 270 gsm |
| 16 point C2S / Solid Bleached Sulfate (SBS)* | 350 gsm |
| 18 point C2S | 400 gsm |
| 24 point Uncoated | 405 gsm |
What is 16pt cardstock matte?
16pt (120lb) Coated Matte: White premium thickness card stock with a smooth, satin-like finish. 16pt (120lb) Glossy cardstock: White premium thickness card stock with a glossy (UV) coating added for extra shine. These are water-resistant, but not water-proof.
Is 16pt or 18pt thicker?
Pt is a unit of measurement to describe the thickness of paper. The difference between 16 pt thickness and 18 pt makes a huge difference to your business cards. A thicker card stock such as 32 pt makes an even stronger impact for high quality branding.
How many GSM is 12PT?
236g 250g
Paperboard Thickness and Grammage Conversion Table
| 白卡纸，单铜(SBS C1S) | 双铜纸(SBS C2S) | |
|---|---|---|
| GSM | mm | GSM |
| 12PT | 236g | 250g |
| 14PT | 265g | 300g |
| 15PT | 280g | 300g |
What does paper weight PT mean?
point
GSM stands for grams per square metre and PT stands for point. Both units are used in measuring the thickness of packaging material, typically paper and cardboard.
What is the difference between 14pt and 16pt cardstock?
16pt cardstock is thicker than 14pt, and as a result, has a higher quality feel. The added thickness also makes it more durable and longer lasting than 14pt.
What is 10 pt cardstock used for?
10 pt. (gloss coated on both sides) – Typically used for two-sided printing such as with flyers and brochures. 14 pt. (uncoated) – No coating, just plain paper.
