#FFA600 Color — #FFA600
Complete color reference for #FFA600: conversions to RGB, HSL, HSV, CMYK, color harmonies, shades & tints scale, and WCAG accessibility contrast ratios.
Color Format Conversions
#FFA600rgb(255, 166, 0)hsl(39, 100%, 50%)hsv(39, 100%, 100%)C:0% M:35% Y:100% K:0%#FFA600167541760.4853WCAG Accessibility Contrast
WCAG AA requires ≥4.5:1 (normal text) or ≥3:1 (large text). WCAG AAA requires ≥7:1.
Shades & Tints Scale
Steps 50–400 are tints (mixed with white); 500 is the base color; 600–900 are shades (mixed with black).
Color Harmonies
Complementary
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the RGB equivalent of #FFA600?
The RGB equivalent is rgb(255, 166, 0). The red channel is 255, green is 166, and blue is 0 (scale 0–255).
What is the HSL value of #FFA600?
The HSL value is hsl(39, 100%, 50%). Hue is 39°, saturation is 100%, and lightness is 50%.
Does #FFA600 meet WCAG accessibility standards?
On a white background, #FFA600 achieves a 1.96:1 contrast ratio (Fail). On a black background it achieves 10.71:1 (AAA). WCAG AA requires ≥4.5:1 for normal text.
What is the complementary color of #FFA600?
The complementary color (180° opposite on the hue wheel) of #FFA600 is #0059FF.