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C0 Envelope Paper Size

C0 measures 917 x 1297 mm, 91.7 x 129.7 cm, or 36.1 x 51.06 in. See pixel dimensions by DPI, aspect ratio, bleed setup, comparisons, and related tools.

Last checked: 2026-05-01

Last checked: 2026-05-01 Source: ISO 269:1985 Found a spec change? Send correction.

How we calculate this

Methodology and source handling

We convert physical sizes to inches, multiply by the selected DPI/PPI value, and round to whole pixels.

Quick answer

Copy-ready answer

C0 is 917 x 1297 mm, 91.7 x 129.7 cm, or 36.1 x 51.06 in. At 300 DPI, C0 is 10831 x 15319 px.

917 x 1297 mm

Dimensions and specs

Millimeters 917 x 1297 mm
Centimeters 91.7 x 129.7 cm
Inches 36.1 x 51.06 in
300 DPI pixels 10831 x 15319 px
Aspect ratio 1:1.4144
Standard family ISO C Envelope Series

Pixels

Pixel dimensions by DPI

DPI / PPIWidthHeightUse
72 DPI 2599 px 3677 px Screen or draft reference density
96 DPI 3466 px 4902 px Screen or draft reference density
150 DPI 5415 px 7659 px Screen or draft reference density
300 DPI 10831 px 15319 px Common high-quality print setup
600 DPI 21661 px 30638 px High-resolution archival or print workflow

Formula

How to calculate this size

Pixel formulapixels = millimeters / 25.4 x PPI

917 mm x 300 PPI = 10,831 px wide.

Trim result10,831 x 15,319 px

Use this when the artwork stops at the finished edge.

Bleed result10,831 x 15,319 px

Add 0 mm per side before calculating pixels when artwork reaches the edge.

Common mistakes

Avoid these c0 envelope paper size problems

Mixing screen pixels with print quality

A paper size needs a PPI target before pixels mean anything for print.

Forgetting orientation

Portrait and landscape use the same dimensions, but width and height swap in the export.

Adding bleed to a paper reference

Paper pages show trim size first; add bleed only when the design prints to the edge.

Calculator

Calculate pixels and bleed

Enter any DPI to calculate the pixel dimensions for this physical size.

Compare

Compare C0 Envelope Paper Size

Open a curated comparison or send both sizes into the compare tool with a fragment URL.

C0 belongs to the ISO C Envelope Series family. Use this reference for print setup, document layout, template sizing, pixel conversion, and comparisons with nearby paper sizes. Pixel dimensions are calculated from the physical size and selected DPI.

Workflow

Use C0 Envelope Paper Size in a finished file

Confirm the physical size

Copy the millimeter, centimeter, or inch dimensions for the selected paper standard.

Choose PPI

Use 300 PPI for most sharp print exports, or match the printer requirement.

Calculate pixels

Multiply inches by PPI, then add bleed only when artwork reaches the trimmed edge.

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FAQ

Common questions

What is the exact C0 size?

C0 measures 917 x 1297 mm, 91.7 x 129.7 cm, or approximately 36.1 x 51.06 in.

What is C0 in pixels at 300 DPI?

C0 at 300 DPI is 10831 x 15319 px when rounded to the nearest whole pixel.

What aspect ratio is C0?

C0 has an aspect ratio of about 1:1.4144 based on its 917 x 1297 mm physical dimensions.

Should I add bleed to a C0 design?

Envelope print workflows vary by provider and production method. Confirm bleed, flap, and safe-area requirements with the printer or envelope template before output.

References

Sources and references

ISO 269 physical dimensions. Pixel values are calculated from millimeters / 25.4 x DPI and rounded to whole pixels.

Last checked: 2026-05-01