RAL 7004
Signal Grey
RAL 7004 Signal Grey is a neutral, standardized grey from the RAL signal color family, widely used as a background color for industrial control panels, electrical enclosures, and equipment housings. This balanced, true grey provides an ideal backdrop for colored indicators, warning labels, and operational controls, ensuring maximum contrast and readability. Signal Grey is one of the most commonly specified colors in European electrical and automation industries.
Color Reference
WCAG 2.1 AA requires 4.5:1 contrast for normal text. Results show this color as a background.
Spectrum & Perceptual Position
CIELAB is a perceptually uniform color space. Euclidean distance between two colors in this diagram closely matches human visual difference. The dot size shows your selected color; slightly larger dots are the nearest perceptual neighbors.
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Contrast ratios follow WCAG 2.1 guidelines. Green (≥4.5:1) passes AA for normal text. Amber (≥3:1) passes for large text only. Grey indicates low contrast.
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About These Recommendations
These are powder formulations that correspond to this RAL color based on manufacturer data sheets. Exact powders are coded to this specific RAL code. Close powders are visually similar alternatives we have used before. We do not sell powder directly — we use these formulations to coat your parts. Call us to discuss your project and we will confirm the best option for your timeline.