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Ultraviolet

#5132CD

Ultraviolet is a cool medium color with the hex code #5132CD. This vibrant hue can be represented as RGB 81, 50, 205 in digital design or CMYK 60%, 76%, 0%, 20% for print applications. Find matching Pantone color.

Ultraviolet Color Values

HEX
#5132CD
RGB
81, 50, 205
HSL
252°, 61%, 50%
CMYK
60, 76, 0, 20

About this color

Ultraviolet sits at 252° on the color wheel, placing it in the cool color family, typically conveying calm and professionalism. With 61% saturation and 50% lightness, this vibrant medium hue balances visibility with restraint.

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

When using Ultraviolet in print, the CMYK breakdown of 60%, 76%, 0%, 20% ensures accurate color reproduction. This balanced CMYK profile should reproduce consistently across different printing methods.

How to use Ultraviolet

CSS Variable

:root {
  --brand-primary: #5132CD;
  --brand-primary-rgb: 81, 50, 205;
}

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

Tailwind Config

colors: {
  brand: '#5132CD',
}

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

Print Design (CMYK)

C: 60%
M: 76%
Y: 0%
K: 20%

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

RGB for Screens

rgb(81, 50, 205)
rgba(81, 50, 205, 0.8)

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

Brands Using the Same Hue

9 brand s with colors near 252° on the color wheel

Frequently Asked Questions

What color is #5132CD?
#5132CD is Ultraviolet, a cool medium color with RGB values of 81, 50, 205. It has a hue of 252°, 61% saturation, and 50% lightness in the HSL color space.
What is the RGB value of #5132CD?
The RGB color code for #5132CD is rgb(81, 50, 205). This means it contains 81 red, 50 green, and 205 blue in the RGB color model.
Is Ultraviolet a warm or cool color?
Ultraviolet (#5132CD) is a cool color with a hue between 120-300° on the color wheel.
How do I use #5132CD in CSS?
You can use #5132CD in CSS with: background-color: #5132CD; or color: #5132CD; or as an RGB value: rgb(81, 50, 205). For print design, use CMYK: 60%, 76%, 0%, 20%.