Sans Superellipse Otrab 7 is a bold, narrow, monoline, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, packaging, signage, techno, sci-fi, industrial, retro, geometric, impact, systematic, futurism, display, rounded corners, rectilinear, squared bowls, modular, compact.
A compact, geometric sans built from squared-off curves and rounded-rectangle (superellipse) contours. Strokes are consistently heavy and even, with soft corner radii that keep the forms from feeling harsh despite the blocky construction. Counters tend to be rectangular and tightly proportioned, with generous internal rounding and frequent use of straight verticals and flat terminals. Overall spacing and rhythm are tight and efficient, producing a dense, sign-like texture in words and lines.
Best suited for display typography where strong presence and a tech-forward personality are desired—headlines, posters, game/UI titling, packaging, and signage. The dense, compact shapes can be effective in short text and labels, especially in high-contrast applications.
The design reads as futuristic and engineered, with an industrial, techno flavor reminiscent of digital interfaces and transport or equipment labeling. Its rounded-square geometry gives it a friendly edge compared to purely angular display faces, while still conveying a controlled, mechanical tone.
The font appears designed to deliver a bold, modern voice through a consistent rounded-rect geometry, prioritizing visual impact and a streamlined, modular aesthetic over traditional text-serif nuance.
Many glyphs favor simplified, modular construction, which increases consistency across the set and emphasizes a grid-based feel. The numerals match the letterforms’ rounded-rect silhouette, contributing to a cohesive, system-like appearance in mixed alphanumeric settings.