2025年1月2日 · But what do these unit systems actually mean? And what are their implications for your packaging and printing? Understanding the difference between the PT and GSM unit systems will help you better evaluate the weight and thickness of the paper or material you choose to print on.

2023年8月24日 · PT stands for point and GSM stands for grams per square meter. If you’re thinking about GSM vs. PT, both terms are used to measure the packaging stock and to determine how much material stock is needed to create packaging tailored to …

2020年4月2日 · Although the GSM system is a metric equivalent to the PT system and both calculate thickness, there’s one major difference. Grams per square metre will consider the …

2014年3月19日 · GSM (grams per square meter) is the metric system’s universal measure for paper weight and can be converted into lb. and pt. For example, 80 GSM is 55 lb. text and 350 GSM is 14pt. cover.

Converting between gsm, lbs, pt and mm is essential for anyone working internationally or with different types of paper. These conversions help us to compare paper types and ensure that we’re selecting the right weight and thickness for our needs.

2025年1月20日 · Grams Per Square Meter (gsm or g/m2) is the international measurement for paper weight based on the metric system. The weight of a 1×1 meter sheet of paper corresponds to the numeric value. Points (pt) is the standard measurement for paper thickness. 1pt equates to 1/1000 inches thick.

2024年11月15日 · Though GSM (grams per square meter) and PT (point) measure different properties—GSM focuses on weight per area, while PT measures thickness—there are ways …

2024年2月7日 · While both GSM and PT are critical measurements for packaging, there are several key differences between the two. GSM measures the weight of paper in grams per square meter, whereas PT measures the thickness of cardstock and other paper types in points. A higher GSM value indicates a heavier and typically thicker paper.

2021年12月9日 · Choosing between PT and GSM is only one of the choices you will have to make when you; measure the benefits and variations of diverse types of packaging stock. Knowing how thick you need your printed packaging to; be will not only influence its strength.

2024年10月2日 · GSM (Grams per Square Meter) measures paper weight, while the PT (Point) unit system measures thickness. Understanding these differences is crucial for selecting the right paper for various applications in the paper industry.