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Color Temperature Converter

Color

Convert Kelvin color temperature to RGB and HEX. Reference chart for candles, tungsten, daylight, and more.

ttb run color-temperature-converter
1000K (warm)12000K (cool)
#FFEDDE
rgb(255, 237, 222)
5,500 Kelvin

Common light sources

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How to Use Color Temperature Converter

Drag the slider or click a reference light source to see color swatch, HEX, and RGB for any Kelvin temperature.

1

Set Kelvin

Drag slider from 1000K (warm) to 12000K (cool).

2

Click references

Click light sources like candle or daylight for their exact temperature.

3

Read output

See the color swatch, HEX, and RGB instantly.

Frequently Asked Questions

What algorithm?+
Tanner Helland's approximation — widely used for Kelvin to RGB conversion.
What is color temperature?+
A scale from warm (orange/red) to cool (blue) used in photography and lighting design.

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