Understanding RAL Colours in Powder Coating

RAL is the world?s most widely used colour standard for industrial finishes. The RAL Classic system contains 213 standardised colours, each defined by precise spectrophotometric values (L*, a*, b* in CIELAB colour space).

Popular RAL Codes

• RAL 9010 ? Pure White (architectural standard)
• RAL 9005 ? Jet Black
• RAL 5010 ? Gentian Blue (industrial equipment)
• RAL 6005 ? Moss Green

Correct Specification

1. RAL number or physical sample
2. Gloss level (85?5? gloss or 30?5? matt at 60?)
3. Finish type (smooth, texture, wrinkle, metallic)
4. Substrate (steel, aluminium)
5. Environment (indoor / outdoor)

Oracle Industries offers free spectrophotometric colour matching for orders above 50 kg.