Sans Normal Onbuy 7 is a bold, wide, low contrast, upright, tall x-height, monospaced font visually similar to 'Regio Mono' by Degarism Studio, 'Approach Mono' by Emtype Foundry, 'Consolas' by Microsoft Corporation, 'SST' by Monotype, 'LFT Etica Mono' by TypeTogether, and 'TT Commons™️ Pro' and 'TT Norms Pro' by TypeType (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: code, terminal ui, developer tools, data tables, labels, utilitarian, industrial, technical, retro, robust, clarity, alignment, durability, system tone, geometric, blocky, square-shouldered, open counters, flat terminals.
A heavy, monospaced sans with sturdy, geometric construction and minimal stroke modulation. Curves are broad and controlled (notably in C, O, S), while joins and terminals tend toward flat, squared finishes that give the outlines a blocky, engineered feel. Counters are generally open and generous for the weight, with compact apertures and firm shoulders that keep the texture dense but readable. Lowercase forms follow a straightforward, workmanlike pattern with a large x-height, simple single-storey shapes where applicable, and a consistent cell-like rhythm typical of fixed-width designs.
Well-suited to code editors, terminal interfaces, and developer-facing tools where fixed-width alignment is essential. It also performs well in dashboards, data tables, and UI labels that need high presence at small-to-medium sizes, as well as packaging or signage systems that benefit from a rugged, utilitarian voice.
The overall tone is practical and no-nonsense, with an industrial confidence that reads as technical and slightly retro. Its uniform spacing and stout forms evoke coding, instrumentation, and early digital/terminal aesthetics while remaining clean enough for contemporary UI use.
The design appears intended to provide a highly legible fixed-width workhorse with strong presence and consistent rhythm, prioritizing alignment and clarity over calligraphic nuance. Its squared geometry and dense color suggest an aim toward technical contexts and display-like emphasis within monospaced settings.
Figures and capitals share a consistent width and weight distribution, producing an even vertical color in blocks of text. Rounded letters are intentionally squared-off in feel, and diagonals (such as in V, W, X, Y) are thick and assertive, reinforcing the font’s sturdy, mechanical texture.