Sans Faceted Ofnu 5 is a regular weight, narrow, monoline, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, posters, logotypes, packaging, signage, techno, industrial, futuristic, retro, mechanical, geometric branding, technical labeling, digital sci-fi, retro display, angular, faceted, octagonal, geometric, crisp.
This typeface is built from straight, monoline strokes with clipped, chamfered corners that replace most curves with planar facets. Counters tend toward octagonal or squared forms, and joins are crisp and consistent, producing a structured, engineered rhythm. Proportions are compact and slightly condensed, with clear, open apertures and a clean, evenly weighted stroke throughout. The overall texture reads sharp and orderly, with distinctive angled terminals on letters and numerals that maintain a uniform, modular feel.
Best suited for headlines, posters, branding, and signage where the angular detailing can be appreciated and the geometric voice supports the message. It also fits interface labels, product marking, and packaging that benefit from a precise, technical look and a consistent monoline texture.
The faceted construction gives the font a technical, industrial tone that feels futuristic while also evoking retro digital and stenciled labeling aesthetics. Its sharp geometry and consistent stroke behavior project precision and utilitarian clarity rather than softness or warmth.
The design appears intended to translate a sans-serif skeleton into a faceted, machined aesthetic—prioritizing crisp geometry and repeatable corner cuts to create a distinctive, system-like texture. The consistent chamfer language suggests an emphasis on recognizability and a strong visual identity in short strings and titling.
In text, the repeated chamfers create a recognizable zig-zag sparkle along curves and diagonals, especially in letters like S, G, and O/Q. Numerals follow the same angular logic, reinforcing a cohesive voice for interfaces and labeling systems. The design remains legible at display sizes, where the corner-cut detailing becomes a key part of the identity.