RAL 9011
Graphite Black
RAL 9011 Graphite Black is a cool, blue-toned black that takes its name from the carbon mineral used in pencils and advanced materials. This modern, tech-forward shade is slightly lighter than jet black with a cool undertone that gives it a contemporary, digital aesthetic. Graphite Black is specified for modern electronics housings, contemporary architectural metalwork, and premium technical equipment where a sophisticated, slightly softened black is preferred over the absolute depth of jet black.
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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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.