Pantone 280 C to RAL

Convert Pantone 280 C to its closest RAL equivalent. The best match is RAL 5005 (Signal blue) with ΔE 8.7.

Color Values

HEX	#012169
RGB	1, 33, 105
CMYK	99%, 69%, 0%, 59%
HSL	222°, 98%, 21%
LAB	16.1, 21.6, -44.7
LCH	16.1, 49.6, 295.8°

Contrast & Readability

On White	14.76:1 — AAA
On Black	1.42:1 — Fail

Top 5 RAL Matches for Pantone 280 C

RAL Code	Name	HEX	ΔE
RAL 5005	Signal blue	#1E2460	8.7
RAL 5002	Ultramarine blue	#20214F	17.5
RAL 5017	Traffic blue	#063971	17.8
RAL 5022	Night blue	#252850	22.2
RAL 5026	Pearl night blue	#102C54	23.6

Frequently Asked Questions

What RAL color is equivalent to Pantone 280 C?

The closest RAL equivalent to Pantone 280 C is RAL 5005 (Signal blue) with a Delta E of 8.7.

What is the HEX code for Pantone 280 C?

Pantone 280 C has the HEX value #012169, RGB(1, 33, 105), CMYK(99%, 69%, 0%, 59%), LAB(16.1, 21.6, -44.7), and LCH values.

Psychology & Uses of Navy Tones

Blue communicates trust, stability, and professionalism. RAL blues (5xxx) are essential in maritime coatings, aerospace, and corporate architecture. Pantone blues dominate in tech, finance, healthcare, and government branding worldwide.