RAL 5005 to Pantone

Convert RAL 5005 (Signal blue) to its closest Pantone equivalent. The best match is 281 C (Navy) with ΔE 4.5.

Color Values

HEX	#1E2460
RGB	30, 36, 96
CMYK	69%, 63%, 0%, 62%
HSL	235°, 52%, 25%
LAB	17.4, 18.9, -36.6
LCH	17.4, 41.2, 297.3°

Contrast & Readability

On White	14.22:1 — AAA
On Black	1.48:1 — Fail

Top 5 Pantone Matches for RAL 5005

Pantone Code	Name	HEX	ΔE
281 C	Navy	#00205B	4.5
294 C	Blue	#002F6C	7.7
288 C	Blue	#002D72	7.8
280 C	Navy	#012169	8.7
295 C	Navy	#002855	13.1

Frequently Asked Questions

What Pantone color is equivalent to RAL 5005?

The closest Pantone equivalent to RAL 5005 is 281 C (Navy) with a Delta E of 4.5.

What is the HEX code for RAL 5005?

RAL 5005 (Signal blue) has the HEX value #1E2460, RGB(30, 36, 96), CMYK(69%, 63%, 0%, 62%), LAB(17.4, 18.9, -36.6), and LCH values.

Psychology & Uses of Signal 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.