Sans Normal Orbak 5 is a bold, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Mute' by Indian Type Foundry, 'Akwe Pro' by ROHH, 'NuOrder' by The Northern Block, and 'Olivine' by URW Type Foundry (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, signage, packaging, confident, friendly, modern, utilitarian, punchy, impact, clarity, modernity, legibility, simplicity, geometric, rounded, blocky, compact, clean.
A heavy, geometric sans with broad, rounded curves and sturdy, mostly monoline strokes. Counters are generous and open, with smooth, circular bowls in letters like O/C/G and a straightforward, constructed feel in forms like A, K, and M. Terminals read clean and blunt rather than tapered, and the overall rhythm is compact and stable, producing strong silhouettes and high impact in large settings.
Best suited to headlines, posters, and branding where a strong, clean voice is needed. Its sturdy geometry and open counters help it stay legible in short-to-medium text at larger sizes, making it a good fit for signage, packaging, and punchy digital UI moments such as banners, hero text, and callouts.
The font conveys a confident, no-nonsense tone with a friendly edge from its rounded geometry. It feels contemporary and functional—more about clarity and presence than refinement—making it read as direct, approachable, and energetic.
The design intention appears to be a modern, high-impact sans that prioritizes immediate legibility and strong typographic presence. Its rounded geometric construction suggests it was drawn to feel contemporary and approachable while remaining firm and highly visible in display applications.
Uppercase shapes are particularly solid and sign-like, while lowercase forms keep a simple, workmanlike construction with clear differentiation between similar characters. Numerals follow the same robust geometry, with wide, readable figures and smooth curves that maintain consistency with the letters.