Placid Blue - Pantone 15-3920 TCX
Placid Blue is a medium-toned blue from the Pantone TCX collection, identified by the code 15-3920 TCX. This cool tone with its balanced character makes it an excellent choice for corporate branding, healthcare, and professional design.
Placid Blue

Digital Values
#8CADD3
140, 173, 211
34%, 18%, 0%, 17%
212, 44.7, 68.8
69.59, -2.14, -22.89
Pantone Values
Placid Blue
15-3920 TCX
645C
RAL Values
5024
Pastel Blue
26
Color Characteristics
This blue exhibits a hue of 212°, 45% saturation, and 69% lightness, creating its distinctive cool appearance. The color translates beautifully across different mediums, from digital displays to cotton fabric swatches.
Design Applications
This versatile color is ideal for corporate branding, healthcare, and professional design. It also works beautifully in technology products, educational materials, and wellness spaces.
Popular Industries: Healthcare, Technology, Education, Corporate
Technical Details
Technical specifications include RGB values of 140, 173, 211, CMYK breakdown of 34%, 18%, 0%, 17%, and HSL coordinates of 212, 44.7, 68.8. The closest RAL equivalent is 5024 (Pastel Blue).
Design Tips
Combines well with warm accents for balanced compositions.
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Color Collection
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