Pantone 288 C to RAL

Convert Pantone 288 C to its closest RAL equivalent. The best match is RAL 5005 (Signal blue) with ΔE 7.8.

Color Values

HEX	#002D72
RGB	0, 45, 114
CMYK	100%, 61%, 0%, 55%
HSL	216°, 100%, 22%
LAB	20.4, 16.6, -43.4
LCH	20.4, 46.5, 291.0°

Contrast & Readability

On White	12.98:1 — AAA
On Black	1.62:1 — Fail

Top 5 RAL Matches for Pantone 288 C

RAL Code	Name	HEX	ΔE
RAL 5005	Signal blue	#1E2460	7.8
RAL 5017	Traffic blue	#063971	11.7
RAL 5002	Ultramarine blue	#20214F	15.8
RAL 5022	Night blue	#252850	19.3
RAL 5026	Pearl night blue	#102C54	19.6

Frequently Asked Questions

What RAL color is equivalent to Pantone 288 C?

The closest RAL equivalent to Pantone 288 C is RAL 5005 (Signal blue) with a Delta E of 7.8.

What is the HEX code for Pantone 288 C?

Pantone 288 C has the HEX value #002D72, RGB(0, 45, 114), CMYK(100%, 61%, 0%, 55%), LAB(20.4, 16.6, -43.4), and LCH values.

Psychology & Uses of Blue 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.