Convert RAL 7026 (Granite grey) to its closest Pantone equivalent. The best match is 432 C (Dark Gray) with ΔE 5.0.
| HEX | #2F353B |
|---|---|
| RGB | 47, 53, 59 |
| CMYK | 20%, 10%, 0%, 77% |
| HSL | 210°, 11%, 21% |
| LAB | 21.8, -1.0, -4.6 |
| LCH | 21.8, 4.7, 257.9° |
| On White | 12.40:1 — AAA |
|---|---|
| On Black | 1.69:1 — Fail |
| Pantone Code | Name | HEX | ΔE |
|---|---|---|---|
| 432 C | Dark Gray | #333F48 | 5.0 |
| Black C | Black | #2D2926 | 9.0 |
| 7540 C | Gray | #4B4F54 | 11.7 |
| Black 6 C | Black | #101820 | 14.1 |
| Cool Gray 11 C | Gray | #53565A | 14.7 |
The closest Pantone equivalent to RAL 7026 is 432 C (Dark Gray) with a Delta E of 5.0.
RAL 7026 (Granite grey) has the HEX value #2F353B, RGB(47, 53, 59), CMYK(20%, 10%, 0%, 77%), LAB(21.8, -1.0, -4.6), 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.