Convert Pantone 2347 C to its closest RAL equivalent. The best match is RAL 3031 (Orient red) with ΔE 6.2.
| HEX | #BE3A34 |
|---|---|
| RGB | 190, 58, 52 |
| CMYK | 0%, 69%, 73%, 25% |
| HSL | 3°, 57%, 47% |
| LAB | 44.5, 52.2, 33.9 |
| LCH | 44.5, 62.3, 33.0° |
| On White | 5.46:1 — AA |
|---|---|
| On Black | 3.84:1 — AA Large |
| RAL Code | Name | HEX | ΔE |
|---|---|---|---|
| RAL 3031 | Orient red | #B32428 | 6.2 |
| RAL 3016 | Coral red | #B32821 | 7.2 |
| RAL 3028 | Pure red | #CB3234 | 7.4 |
| RAL 3000 | Flame red | #AF2B1E | 7.9 |
| RAL 3002 | Carmine red | #A2231D | 9.1 |
The closest RAL equivalent to Pantone 2347 C is RAL 3031 (Orient red) with a Delta E of 6.20. Significant difference. Note that Pantone and RAL use different color models, so an exact 1:1 match is rarely possible.
The approximate HEX value for Pantone 2347 C is #BE3A34. In RGB: (190, 58, 52). In CMYK: (0%, 69%, 73%, 25%). In LAB: (44.5, 52.2, 33.9). These are digital approximations — the actual printed Pantone ink may appear slightly different on paper.
Delta E (ΔE) measures the perceptual difference between two colors in CIE Lab color space. ΔE < 1 is imperceptible to the human eye. ΔE 1–2 is a very close match. ΔE 2–3.5 is perceptible but acceptable for most industrial applications. ΔE > 5 represents a significant visible difference.
Red signals urgency, passion, and power. RAL reds (3xxx) dominate fire safety equipment, emergency signage, and automotive finishes. Pantone reds are iconic in luxury fashion, food branding, and political campaigns.