# RAL E3 Effects Fan Deck, 490 Colours

The RAL E3 Effects Fan Deck presents 420 solid shades and 70 metallic colours in a colour-reference fan. Solid swatches are semi-matt and metallic swatches are high-gloss, with the colour names given in German and English. It is intended for comparing and coordinating colours, not for supplying paint.

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- Market: UK
- Language: en-GB
- Currency: GBP
- Brand: RAL
- Model: RAL E3 Effects Fan Deck
- Category: Office & Stationery > Stationery & Writing
- Price: 56.10 GBP
- Previous price: 66.00 GBP
- Discount: 15%
- Price checked: 2026-11-14T09:53:09.213Z
- Rating: 4.3 / 5
- Reviews: 69

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## At a glance

- Shows six coordinated solid colours alongside each metallic colour in the collection.
- Swatch dimensions are listed separately for metallic and solid colours, useful when considering how much area each sample provides.
- Colour codes and names are supplied in German and English for identification.

## Pros

- Combines 420 solid colours with 70 metallic shades in one reference fan.
- Different swatch sizes and finishes let buyers compare the solid and metallic samples as presented in the collection.
- The listing says a protective box is included.

## Cons

- The solid swatches are smaller than the metallic swatches, so they provide less sample area for direct comparison.

## Specifications

### Identity
- Brand: RAL
- Model: RAL E3 Effects Fan Deck
- Model number: E3
- Part number: 20051
- Product form: Chip Card Sample
- Colours in collection: 490
- Solid colours: 420
- Metallic colours: 70
- Colour codes: RAL codes ranging from 000 to 399 for solid colors and E40 to E99 for metallic colors
- Colour names: Each color within this RAL color chart can be identified by a unique 3-digit color code as well as the color name, which is translated into German and English
### Swatches and finish
- Metallic swatch size: 3.8 x 5cm
- Solid swatch size: 2 x 5cm
- Metallic finish: High-Gloss
- Solid finish: Semi-Matte
- Listed finish types: High-Gloss, Semi-Matte
### Dimensions and installation
- Weight listed: 260 Grams
### Materials and protection
- Water resistance listed: Water Resistant
- Special feature: Metallic and uni-matt finishes, protective box
- Country of origin: Germany

## Before you buy

- The chart is a colour reference rather than a paint supply. Listing details conflict or are unclear: it calls the collection 490 colours while another description associates 70 metallic colours with six solid colours each, and its colour-code claim says each colour has a unique 3-digit code while also giving metallic codes in an E40–E99 range. Confirm the code and sample layout details if they are essential to your work. The listed uses and water-resistance information also do not establish that the chart itself is suitable for outdoor use.

## In the box

- Protective box (Included)

## A good fit for

- Designers comparing coordinated solid and metallic colour options.
- Buyers who want a physical RAL EFFECT reference with colour names and codes.

## Less suited to

- Anyone seeking paint rather than colour samples.
- Buyers who need large solid-colour swatches, as these are listed as 2 x 5cm.

## Customer feedback

Aggregate ratings lean positive, with most ratings in the top category, but there is also a smaller spread across lower star categories. Without customer comments, these figures cannot show what buyers liked or criticised. They give limited guidance on the chart’s colour presentation, swatch sizes or suitability for a particular design workflow.

## Frequently asked questions

### How many colours does the RAL E3 fan deck show?
The listing describes 490 colours: 420 solid and 70 metallic. Another description says each metallic shade is paired with six solid shades, so check the layout details if the exact arrangement matters.
### What finishes are shown?
The listed solid swatches are semi-matt and the metallic swatches are high-gloss.
### Are paint products included?
No paint is listed. This is a colour chart made up of sample chips, and a protective box is listed as included.
### What languages are used for the colour names?
The listing says colour names are translated into German and English.

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## Images

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