Convert RAL 7004 (Signal grey) to its closest Pantone equivalent. The best match is 877 C (Metallic Silver) with ΔE 6.7.
| HEX | #969992 |
|---|---|
| RGB | 150, 153, 146 |
| CMYK | 2%, 0%, 5%, 40% |
| HSL | 86°, 3%, 59% |
| LAB | 62.8, -2.4, 3.3 |
| LCH | 62.8, 4.1, 126.3° |
| On White | 2.89:1 — Fail |
|---|---|
| On Black | 7.27:1 — AAA |
| Pantone Code | Name | HEX | ΔE |
|---|---|---|---|
| 877 C | Metallic Silver | #8A8D8F | 6.7 |
| Warm Gray 5 C | Gray | #B6ADA5 | 9.7 |
| Cool Gray 5 C | Gray | #B1B3B3 | 10.7 |
| Warm Gray 9 C | Gray | #83786F | 13.1 |
| Cool Gray 9 C | Gray | #75787B | 13.7 |
The closest Pantone equivalent to RAL 7004 is 877 C (Metallic Silver) with a Delta E of 6.7.
RAL 7004 (Signal grey) has the HEX value #969992, RGB(150, 153, 146), CMYK(2%, 0%, 5%, 40%), LAB(62.8, -2.4, 3.3), and LCH values.
Gray conveys neutrality, balance, and sophistication. RAL grays (7xxx) are the most specified colors in industrial design — used in machinery housings, IT equipment, automotive interiors, and architectural facades. Essential as a background that lets other colors stand out.