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What size is nano SIM?
8.8 x 12.3mm
Introduced in 2012, the Nano SIM is the most recent and smallest version of SIM card. It measures a mere 8.8 x 12.3mm, and there’s almost no blank plastic around the chip. These days, it’s by far the most common and widely used SIM size. If you have a modern handset, it most likely uses a Nano SIM.
What is the size difference between a micro SIM and a nano SIM?
Nano SIM is the smallest of all SIM card specifications which measures only 8.8mm in width, 12.3mm in height, and 0.67mm in thickness. Micro SIM cards are the trimmed versions of the regular-sized Mini SIM cards measuring 12mm × 15mm with 0.76mm in thickness.
Is nano SIM smaller than micro?
The different SIM card sizes include nano SIM (which is the smallest), micro SIM (which is the middle size), and a standard SIM or regular SIM (sometimes called a mini SIM), which is the largest.
Is it safe to cut Micro SIM to Nano SIM?
When you cut down to NanoSIM size there’s a risk of damaging the SIM contacts because not only does the plastic need to be taken out, but you also need to cut into the copper surface itself. Unless you’re a surgeon, scissors probably won’t do.
What are the three sizes of SIM cards?
There are four different sizes: a full-size SIM, mini SIM, micro SIM and nano SIM. All SIM cards are pretty small (except for the OG SIM cards that were the size of a credit card…they’re kind of like the clunky ’80s phone of SIM cards) because they need to fit into your smartphones, which are growing ever thinner.
What are SIM sizes?
SIM cards come in three different sizes: Standard SIM, Micro SIM and Nano SIM.
Can you cut full size SIM to nano?
It is typically as easy to cut through the metal of the SIM card as it is the plastic card surrounding it. You can also use regular scissors but the smaller pair offer more accuracy. If you’re using nail scissors be sure to use a straight pair, not ones with a slight curve.
When did the nano SIM card come out?
Having been introduced back in 2003, this card also isn’t widely in use any more, with most handsets having moved on to newer Nano SIM cards, discussed below. If your phone is a few years old, but too new for a Standard SIM card, then it might use a Nano SIM, but recent handsets generally don’t.
What size is a micro SIM card?
A Micro SIM card is one size down from a Standard card. So it’s a little smaller, coming in at 12 x 15mm. As noted above the actual chip is the same size, so it’s just the bit around it that’s smaller.
Can I trim an existing SIM card to a nano-SIM?
To avoid having to go out and get new SIM we’ve put together a guide to trim an existing Micro-SIM or Mini-SIM to a Nano-SIM. This is for those who are techno rebels not phased by voiding your device warranty. There is a real risk that you can damage the SIM card and worse the iPhone.