Grammage · Basis sheet width · Basis sheet height
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Paper basis-weight worksheet
Convert grammage and a specified basis ream into mass for print procurement.
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How it works
Convert grammage and a specified basis ream into mass for print procurement.
kg = (g/m²) × W(mm) × H(mm) × n / 10⁹
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About this tool
Use tool ↑Convert grammage and a specified basis ream into mass for print procurement.
Enter the actual basis sheet dimensions and number of sheets. Mass = grammage × sheet area × count. Select US units to express mass in pounds; there is no universal GSM-to-pound factor without a basis size.
- Enter your values
- Grammage
- Basis sheet width
- Basis sheet height
- Sheets in basis ream
- Ordered sheets of this size
- Calculation method
kg = (g/m²) × W(mm) × H(mm) × n / 10⁹
- Example scenario · Result
Basis ream mass: 9.651594 kg Order mass: 38.606374 kg Area per sheet: 0.24129 m²
Calculation method
- Enter the actual basis sheet dimensions and number of sheets.
- Mass = grammage × sheet area × count.
- Select US units to express mass in pounds; there is no universal GSM-to-pound factor without a basis size.
kg = (g/m²) × W(mm) × H(mm) × n / 10⁹
Paper basis-weight worksheet
- Grammage
- 80 g/m²
- Basis sheet width
- 431.8 mm
- Basis sheet height
- 558.8 mm
- Sheets in basis ream
- 500
- Ordered sheets of this size
- 2000
Result
Basis ream mass: 9.651594 kg Order mass: 38.606374 kg Area per sheet: 0.24129 m²
Frequently asked questions
Does paper grade determine the result?
No. Your supplier’s basis dimensions and sheet count control it; thickness, coating and shipping packaging are excluded.
Where does my data go?
Calculations run on your device. Form inputs are not sent to a server.
Terms and definitions
Enter your values
- Measurement system
The initial choice follows your browser region. Your choice is remembered on this device. Gallons are US gallons. Switching units keeps your numbers unchanged and interprets them in the new unit.
Numbers stay unchanged. Check the new unit and enter the intended measurement, or select an example for that system.
- Grammage
Mass = grammage × sheet area × count.
Enter a numerical value for this quantity. Use the unit shown beside this field. g/m² / oz/yd²
Minimum: 0.01 · Maximum: 100000 g/m²
- Basis sheet width
Enter the actual basis sheet dimensions and number of sheets.
Enter a numerical value for this quantity. Use the unit shown beside this field. mm / in
Minimum: 0.01 · Maximum: 1000000 mm
- Basis sheet height
Enter the actual basis sheet dimensions and number of sheets.
Enter a numerical value for this quantity. Use the unit shown beside this field. mm / in
Minimum: 0.01 · Maximum: 1000000 mm
- Sheets in basis ream
Enter the actual basis sheet dimensions and number of sheets.
Enter a whole number; fractional counts are not valid.
Minimum: 1 · Maximum: 10000000
- Ordered sheets of this size
Enter the actual basis sheet dimensions and number of sheets.
Enter a whole number; fractional counts are not valid.
Minimum: 1 · Maximum: 1000000000
Result
- Result
Enter the actual basis sheet dimensions and number of sheets. Mass = grammage × sheet area × count. Select US units to express mass in pounds; there is no universal GSM-to-pound factor without a basis size.
Calculated from your entries using the method below.
- Basis ream mass
Select US units to express mass in pounds; there is no universal GSM-to-pound factor without a basis size.
Calculated from your entries using the method below.
- Order mass
Mass = grammage × sheet area × count.
Calculated from your entries using the method below.
- Area per sheet
Mass = grammage × sheet area × count.
Calculated from your entries using the method below.
- Value
Enter the actual basis sheet dimensions and number of sheets. Mass = grammage × sheet area × count. Select US units to express mass in pounds; there is no universal GSM-to-pound factor without a basis size.
Calculated from your entries using the method below.
- Unit
Select US units to express mass in pounds; there is no universal GSM-to-pound factor without a basis size.
Calculated from your entries using the method below.
Common mistakes and quick fixes
Does paper grade determine the result?
Mistake: Treating a result as valid outside the described scope.
Fix: No. Your supplier’s basis dimensions and sheet count control it; thickness, coating and shipping packaging are excluded.
Limits and key assumptions
- No. Your supplier’s basis dimensions and sheet count control it; thickness, coating and shipping packaging are excluded.
- Select US units to express mass in pounds; there is no universal GSM-to-pound factor without a basis size.
- Displayed results may be rounded; rounding does not add measurement precision.