Sans Superellipse Pimos 6 is a very bold, very narrow, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'ATF Alternate Gothic' by ATF Collection, 'Tungsten' by Hoefler & Co., 'Seriguela' by Latinotype, and 'Smart Sans' by Monotype (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, packaging, sports branding, signage, industrial, condensed, authoritative, retro, poster-ready, space-saving impact, headline emphasis, geometric solidity, brand presence, compressed, blocky, tall, compact, high-impact.
This typeface is built around tall, compressed proportions with compact counters and a strong vertical rhythm. Strokes are heavy and assertive, with rounded-rectangle (superelliptic) shaping softening the corners on bowls and terminals. Curves and straight segments meet cleanly, producing sturdy, block-like letterforms; apertures tend to be tight, and interior space is deliberately minimized for density. Overall spacing reads economical, and the numerals and capitals appear designed to hold a consistent, sign-like silhouette at display sizes.
Best suited to short, high-impact settings such as headlines, posters, bold editorial decks, event graphics, and packaging where a dense word shape is an advantage. It can also work well for signage and branding marks that need a compact footprint and strong presence, especially when set with generous tracking or at larger sizes.
The tone is forceful and no-nonsense, with a utilitarian, industrial feel that also nods to vintage poster and headline typography. Its narrow, tall stance creates urgency and authority, making text feel compact, loud, and attention-seeking rather than conversational.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum visual impact in minimal horizontal space, combining a geometric, rounded-rectangle construction with heavy weight for strong legibility at display sizes. It prioritizes a consistent, sturdy silhouette and a tight, industrial rhythm over openness or long-form comfort.
The lowercase shows simplified construction with vertical emphasis and relatively closed forms, while punctuation and diacritics appear robust enough to match the heavy color. Round letters like O and Q retain a squarish, superelliptic footprint, reinforcing the family’s engineered, geometric character across the set.