SIS G2

The SIS G2 paper size establishes dimensions of 522 mm x 738 mm, yielding around 0.39 square meters. Falling between the rarely used SIS G1 format and ISO B0, it represents one of Sweden's generally unsuccessful 20th century attempts to expand size options.

Lacking broad recognition, the niche SIS G2 does not tend to have widely used alternate name variants. But in certain Swedish contexts, references as “G två” (G two) occasionally emerge informally.

Conceivable applications could include oversized tables, architectural plans, academic posters, and large format digital printing when SIS G1 is unwieldy. But everyday practical use is nearly nonexistent for the unfamiliar SIS G2.

The SIS G2 emerged from Sweden's early 1900s endeavor systematically interpolating sizes amidst ISO's prevailing options. The vision was enabling subtle scaling of contents across formats. But failure loomed amidst economic obstacles, lack of global uptake, and resistance to shifting norms. So today SIS G2 remains an obsolete relic of ambition dashed against infrastructure inertia, its backstory more warning than inspiration.