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In case you're wondering what is the size of an Architectural or Engineering drawing, these
architectural and engineering drawing size reference charts are provided for your convenience and
reference.
Drawing Dimensions
Dimensions
228.6 x
ARCH A 9 x 12
304.8
304.8 x
ARCH B 12 x 18
457.2
457.2 x
ARCH C 18 x 24
609.6
609.6 x
ARCH D 24 x 36
914.4
914.4 x
ARCH E 36 x 48
1219.2
Drawing Dimensions
Dimensions
279.4 x
ANSI B 11 x 17
431.8
431.8 x
ANSI C 17 x 22
558.8
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558.8 x
ANSI D 22 x 34
863.6
863.6 x
ANSI E 34 x 44
1117.6
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Drawing
Size
Reference
FAQ
What is the
standard
blueprint
paper size?
Blueprints and
house plans
will come in
several
standard sizes.
Two of the
most common
architectural
drawing sizes
are 18” x 24”
and 24” x 36”,
but you can
also find them in 30” x 42” and 36” x “48” sizes. Large sizes are necessary on bigger and more
expensive properties. But regardless of the blueprint paper size being used, its purpose is to show a
trained person how to build that particular home. Feel free to look at all of the drawing paper sizes
we have at Engineering Supply. We’re sure you’ll be able to find something that will meet your
specific needs.
Feel free to look at what we have at Engineering Supply, so you can find the right type of blueprint
paper size for your specific needs.
They’ll also have a map of the electrical layout, as well as any suggested locations for fixtures and
other elements. But you should be aware that this document is used only as a reference.
What is a
full-size
drawing?
Architectural
drawing sizes
come in
several
different
formats, which
consist of the
following:
ARCH
A-9
x 12
Engineering drawing sizes use a different format, which consists of the following:
ANSI A - 8.5 X 11 inches (215.9 x 279.4 millimeters)
ANSI B - 11 x 17 inches (279.4 x 431.8 millimeters)
ANSI C - 17 x 22 inches (431.8 x 558.8 millimeters)
ANSI D - 22 x 34 inches (558.8 x 863.6 millimeters)
ANSI E - 34 x 44 inches (863.6 x 1117.6 millimeters)
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