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Science Blue

#1466B8

Science Blue is a cool medium color with the hex code #1466B8. This vibrant hue can be represented as RGB 20, 102, 184 in digital design or CMYK 89%, 45%, 0%, 28% for print applications. Find matching Pantone color.

Science Blue Color Values

HEX
#1466B8
RGB
20, 102, 184
HSL
210°, 80%, 40%
CMYK
89, 45, 0, 28

About this color

Science Blue sits at 210° on the color wheel, placing it in the cool color family, typically conveying calm and professionalism. With 80% saturation and 40% lightness, this vibrant medium hue balances visibility with restraint.

In digital design, cool colors like Science Blue work well for backgrounds, navigation, and establishing trust. Medium-toned colors offer versatility across both light and dark design themes.

When using Science Blue in print, the CMYK breakdown of 89%, 45%, 0%, 28% ensures accurate color reproduction. This balanced CMYK profile should reproduce consistently across different printing methods.

How to use Science Blue

CSS Variable

:root {
  --brand-primary: #1466B8;
  --brand-primary-rgb: 20, 102, 184;
}

Define as a CSS custom property for consistent theming across your site.

Tailwind Config

colors: {
  brand: '#1466B8',
}

Add to your Tailwind config to use classes like bg-brand.

Print Design (CMYK)

C: 89%
M: 45%
Y: 0%
K: 28%

Use these CMYK values in Adobe Illustrator, InDesign, or print specifications.

RGB for Screens

rgb(20, 102, 184)
rgba(20, 102, 184, 0.8)

Use RGB notation for compatibility or add alpha channel for transparency.

Frequently Asked Questions

What color is #1466B8?
#1466B8 is Science Blue, a cool medium color with RGB values of 20, 102, 184. It has a hue of 210°, 80% saturation, and 40% lightness in the HSL color space.
What is the RGB value of #1466B8?
The RGB color code for #1466B8 is rgb(20, 102, 184). This means it contains 20 red, 102 green, and 184 blue in the RGB color model.
Is Science Blue a warm or cool color?
Science Blue (#1466B8) is a cool color with a hue between 120-300° on the color wheel.
How do I use #1466B8 in CSS?
You can use #1466B8 in CSS with: background-color: #1466B8; or color: #1466B8; or as an RGB value: rgb(20, 102, 184). For print design, use CMYK: 89%, 45%, 0%, 28%.