stock forms Flashcards
stock forms
the different shapes and sizes you can buy the material in
forms of paper and board
sheets, ply, rolls
ply
Consists of layered paper, either two or three sheets. Layers are held together through embossing or with glue. This helps with absorption or strength.
rolls
Used in the printing industry. Ideal as they can be used for continuous runs.
sheets
Commonly sold to consumers and home users in sheets. Compatible with printers and photocopiers.
why does paper come in standard stock sizes?
To enable them to be universally used on all printer brands.
what are the three groups paper comes in?
a series
b series
c series
what is C series used in?
envelope sizes
what is B series used in?
industry and professional printing companies
what is A series used in?
school, businesses and home
what is paper measured in?
gsm
what defines board?
a weight of over 200gsm
what is board measured in?
microns
what does microns measure?
the thickness of the board
