Sans Superellipse Pimal 12 is a very bold, very narrow, low contrast, upright, tall x-height font visually similar to 'Kiosk' by Fenotype, 'Gemsbuck Pro' by Studio Fat Cat, 'Headpen' by Umka Type, and 'Winner Sans' by sportsfonts (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, sports, packaging, industrial, authoritative, compressed, modern, athletic, space saving, maximum impact, modern utility, brand presence, signage clarity, blocky, condensed, rounded corners, monoline, high impact.
A compact, heavy sans with strongly compressed proportions and a monoline stroke. Curves resolve into rounded-rectangle forms, giving counters and bowls a squared-off, superelliptical feel (notably in O, C, and D). Terminals are blunt and corners are softened, producing a sturdy, engineered texture. Spacing is tight and the overall rhythm is vertical and uniform, keeping lines dense and highly legible at display sizes.
Best suited for headlines, posters, and other high-impact applications where space is limited but emphasis is required. It works well for brand marks, sports/event graphics, packaging callouts, and signage, delivering a dense, readable block of text at larger sizes.
The tone is forceful and utilitarian, with a contemporary, no-nonsense presence. Its condensed heft evokes industrial labeling and sports or event branding, projecting confidence and urgency without decorative flair.
The design appears intended to maximize impact and economy of width while keeping a cohesive, rounded-rect geometry. By combining softened corners with blunt terminals and tight spacing, it aims for a modern, industrial look that stays clear and consistent in bold display settings.
Round letters keep relatively small, rectangular counters, while diagonals (A, V, W, X, Y) are steep and compact, reinforcing the compressed silhouette. Numerals match the same squared, softened geometry, maintaining a consistent, punchy color across mixed text.