Sans Superellipse Otmaz 3 is a bold, normal width, monoline, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'AF Carplates' by ACME Collection, 'Protrakt Variable' by Arkitype, 'British Vehicle JNL' by Jeff Levine, and 'Charles Wright' by K-Type (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, signage, branding, packaging, industrial, sporty, techy, assertive, modern, impact, clarity, modernity, systematic, durability, rounded corners, compact, blocky, high contrast, square-ish.
A heavy, compact sans with rounded-rectangle construction throughout. Strokes are consistently thick with smooth, softened corners and largely flat terminals, producing a sturdy, block-like silhouette. Counters tend to be squarish and open, and curves resolve into superelliptical forms rather than true circles. The uppercase is broad-shouldered and stable, while the lowercase keeps simple, workmanlike shapes with single-storey forms and minimal modulation. Numerals match the same rounded-rect geometry, with a distinctive slashed zero and generally wide, robust figures.
Best suited for headlines, posters, labels, and branding where high impact and quick recognition are needed. Its sturdy forms and clear counters make it a good fit for signage and wayfinding, as well as product packaging and apparel graphics that benefit from a sporty, industrial voice.
The overall tone is strong and utilitarian, balancing a friendly softness from the rounded corners with an unmistakably muscular, no-nonsense presence. It reads as contemporary and engineered, suggesting performance, equipment, and modern signage more than editorial refinement.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum presence with a controlled, geometric texture—using rounded-rectangle forms to feel modern and approachable while remaining tough and highly legible. The consistent stroke weight and squared counters suggest a focus on clarity and repeatable, system-driven letterforms for bold display use.
Large interior spaces and simplified joins help it hold up well at display sizes, while the tight, compact shapes create a dense rhythm in text lines. The family’s geometry stays consistent across letters and figures, reinforcing a cohesive, system-like feel.