Sans Superellipse Pimek 9 is a very bold, very narrow, monoline, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'ATF Alternate Gothic' by ATF Collection, 'CF Blast Gothic' by Fonts.GR, 'Tungsten' by Hoefler & Co., and 'Grand' by North Type (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, packaging, signage, branding, industrial, authoritative, condensed, utilitarian, retro, space saving, high impact, signage clarity, strong branding, sturdy tone, blocky, squared, rounded corners, high contrast spacing, compact.
A compact, heavy sans with tall proportions and tightly controlled sidebearings. Strokes are consistently thick and largely monoline, with rounded-rectangle curves and softened corners that keep counters open despite the dense weight. Terminals are blunt and flat, and the overall construction favors straight stems with superelliptical bowls, producing a sturdy, poster-ready texture. The lowercase uses a single-storey a and g and keeps apertures relatively tight, while numerals are similarly tall and solid for uniform color in lines of text.
Best suited to headlines and short bursts of text where compact width and strong weight are advantages—posters, packaging fronts, signage, labels, and bold brand wordmarks. It can also work for UI headers or navigation where space is tight and clear, punchy emphasis is needed.
The tone is forceful and no-nonsense, with a compressed, high-impact voice that reads as industrial and directive. Its squared, softened geometry adds a subtle retro signage feel while remaining contemporary and clean.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum impact in minimal horizontal space while preserving legibility through open counters and simplified forms. Its rounded-rectangle geometry and blunt terminals suggest a goal of creating a modern, signage-friendly condensed sans with a durable, industrial presence.
Across the sample text the rhythm is even and dark, with minimal internal detailing and a strong vertical emphasis. Round letters like O/Q stay squarish in silhouette, and diagonals (V/W/X/Y) remain crisp without adding calligraphic variation.