Convert RAL 5014 (Pigeon blue) to its closest Pantone equivalent. The best match is 431 C (Gray) with ΔE 12.9.
| HEX | #606E8C |
|---|---|
| RGB | 96, 110, 140 |
| CMYK | 31%, 21%, 0%, 45% |
| HSL | 221°, 19%, 46% |
| LAB | 46.4, 2.2, -18.2 |
| LCH | 46.4, 18.3, 277.0° |
| On White | 5.11:1 — AA |
|---|---|
| On Black | 4.11:1 — AA Large |
| Pantone Code | Name | HEX | ΔE |
|---|---|---|---|
| 431 C | Gray | #5B6770 | 12.9 |
| Cool Gray 9 C | Gray | #75787B | 16.8 |
| Cool Gray 11 C | Gray | #53565A | 18.5 |
| 424 C | Gray | #707372 | 18.7 |
| 425 C | Gray | #54585A | 19.2 |
The closest Pantone equivalent to RAL 5014 is 431 C (Gray) with a Delta E of 12.9.
RAL 5014 (Pigeon blue) has the HEX value #606E8C, RGB(96, 110, 140), CMYK(31%, 21%, 0%, 45%), LAB(46.4, 2.2, -18.2), and LCH values.
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.