Sans Superellipse Orkeg 3 is a bold, narrow, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Gimbal Grotesque' by AVP, 'Benton Sans' and 'Benton Sans Std' by Font Bureau, 'Mozer' by Fontfabric, 'Bartholeme Sans' by Galapagos, and 'Tablet Gothic' by TypeTogether (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, signage, packaging, branding, industrial, utilitarian, modern, authoritative, clean, impact, clarity, compactness, systematic, rounded corners, compact, closed apertures, blocky, sturdy.
This typeface uses compact proportions and sturdy, even strokes with very little modulation. Curves are built from rounded-rectangle geometry, producing squarish bowls and softened corners rather than fully circular forms. Many shapes have relatively closed apertures and a tight internal rhythm, while straight-sided letters keep a firm, engineered feel. The lowercase shows a single-storey “a” and “g”, round i/j dots, and generally compact counters; numerals are similarly solid and uniform, with a simple, readable “1” and rounded, boxy “0/8/9” forms.
It suits headlines, short paragraphs, and typographic blocks where a compact, robust presence is desirable. The sturdy construction and squared curves make it a strong choice for signage, packaging, labels, and brand systems that want a modern, engineered voice.
The overall tone feels practical and no-nonsense, with a contemporary industrial flavor. Its squared curves and dense texture convey strength and straightforward clarity, reading more like signage or product labeling than expressive display.
The design appears intended to combine a contemporary sans structure with superelliptic, rounded-rectangle curves for a compact, durable look. The consistent stroke weight and simplified forms suggest a focus on clarity and visual impact across both text and numerals.
The squared-off round forms create a consistent superelliptic motif across letters and figures, helping the font look cohesive in continuous text. The heavier terminals and relatively tight openings can make the texture feel dense, especially in long paragraphs, but also help it hold up well in assertive settings.