Convert RAL 7031 (Blue grey) to its closest Pantone equivalent. The best match is 7540 C (Gray) with ΔE 2.2.
| HEX | #474B4E |
|---|---|
| RGB | 71, 75, 78 |
| CMYK | 9%, 4%, 0%, 69% |
| HSL | 206°, 5%, 29% |
| LAB | 31.6, -0.9, -2.3 |
| LCH | 31.6, 2.5, 248.3° |
| On White | 8.81:1 — AAA |
|---|---|
| On Black | 2.38:1 — Fail |
| Pantone Code | Name | HEX | ΔE |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7540 C | Gray | #4B4F54 | 2.2 |
| Cool Gray 11 C | Gray | #53565A | 4.9 |
| 425 C | Gray | #54585A | 5.5 |
| 432 C | Dark Gray | #333F48 | 7.6 |
| 431 C | Gray | #5B6770 | 12.1 |
The closest Pantone equivalent to RAL 7031 is 7540 C (Gray) with a Delta E of 2.2.
RAL 7031 (Blue grey) has the HEX value #474B4E, RGB(71, 75, 78), CMYK(9%, 4%, 0%, 69%), LAB(31.6, -0.9, -2.3), 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.