B3 to B2 Conversion
B2 is exactly double B3. If you have a B3 design you want to print larger, you can scale it up to B2 by 141% (the inverse of the 70.7% reduction).
B3 (Original)
B3
353 × 500 mm
13.9 × 19.7 in
13.9 × 19.7 in
B2 (Enlarged)
B2
500 × 707 mm
19.7 × 27.8 in
19.7 × 27.8 in
📊 B3 → B2 Quick Facts:
• Scale Up: 141.4%
• Ratio: B2 = 2 × B3
• Enlarge Factor: Multiply dimensions by √2
• Uses: Medium posters, wall charts
• Scale Up: 141.4%
• Ratio: B2 = 2 × B3
• Enlarge Factor: Multiply dimensions by √2
• Uses: Medium posters, wall charts
📏 Complete Dimensions
| Unit | B3 | B2 |
|---|---|---|
| Millimetres | 353 × 500 mm | 500 × 707 mm |
| Centimetres | 35.3 × 50.0 cm | 50.0 × 70.7 cm |
| Inches | 13.9 × 19.7 in | 19.7 × 27.8 in |
| Pixels @ 72 DPI | 1001 × 1417 px | 1417 × 2004 px |
| Pixels @ 300 DPI | 4170 × 5906 px | 5906 × 8350 px |
| Pixels @ 600 DPI | 8339 × 11811 px | 11811 × 16701 px |
🎨 Common Uses
- B3: Posters, small menus, larger books, proofing sheets
- B2: Medium posters, wall charts, menus, presentation boards
🔁 Related Conversions
- B2 to B3 – Reverse (half size)
- B3 to B4 – Half size
- B1 to B2 – Larger B-series
- B-Series Hub – All B-series sizes
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Is B2 double B3? Yes — B2 is exactly double the area of B3.
How do I enlarge B3 to B2? Set your printer or software to 141% scale.