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Ultraviolet

#AC47EB

Ultraviolet is a cool light color with the hex code #AC47EB. This vibrant hue can be represented as RGB 172, 71, 235 in digital design or CMYK 27%, 70%, 0%, 8% for print applications. Find matching Pantone color.

Ultraviolet Color Values

HEX
#AC47EB
RGB
172, 71, 235
HSL
277°, 80%, 60%
CMYK
27, 70, 0, 8

About this color

Ultraviolet sits at 277° on the color wheel, placing it in the cool color family, typically conveying calm and professionalism. With 80% saturation and 60% lightness, this vibrant light hue creates strong visual impact and draws attention.

In digital design, cool colors like Ultraviolet work well for backgrounds, navigation, and establishing trust. Light colors are ideal for backgrounds and creating breathing room in layouts.

When using Ultraviolet in print, the CMYK breakdown of 27%, 70%, 0%, 8% ensures accurate color reproduction. The bright CMYK values indicate this color relies on pure inks rather than black, maintaining vibrancy in print.

How to use Ultraviolet

CSS Variable

:root {
  --brand-primary: #AC47EB;
  --brand-primary-rgb: 172, 71, 235;
}

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

Tailwind Config

colors: {
  brand: '#AC47EB',
}

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

Print Design (CMYK)

C: 27%
M: 70%
Y: 0%
K: 8%

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

RGB for Screens

rgb(172, 71, 235)
rgba(172, 71, 235, 0.8)

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

Brands Using the Same Hue

4 brand s with colors near 277° on the color wheel

Frequently Asked Questions

What color is #AC47EB?
#AC47EB is Ultraviolet, a cool light color with RGB values of 172, 71, 235. It has a hue of 277°, 80% saturation, and 60% lightness in the HSL color space.
What is the RGB value of #AC47EB?
The RGB color code for #AC47EB is rgb(172, 71, 235). This means it contains 172 red, 71 green, and 235 blue in the RGB color model.
Is Ultraviolet a warm or cool color?
Ultraviolet (#AC47EB) is a cool color with a hue between 120-300° on the color wheel.
How do I use #AC47EB in CSS?
You can use #AC47EB in CSS with: background-color: #AC47EB; or color: #AC47EB; or as an RGB value: rgb(172, 71, 235). For print design, use CMYK: 27%, 70%, 0%, 8%.