Sans Normal Opbab 5 is a bold, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'SST', 'SST Arabic', and 'SST Vietnamese' by Monotype (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, branding, posters, packaging, signage, modern, straightforward, friendly, confident, utilitarian, clarity, versatility, impact, neutrality, legibility, rounded, clean, neutral, solid, open.
A clean, rounded sans with sturdy strokes and smooth, continuous curves. Bowls and counters are generous and open, with minimal modulation and a consistent, even texture across lines of text. Terminals are mostly plain and pragmatic, while joins stay compact, giving the overall silhouette a sturdy, contemporary feel. The lowercase shows simple, workmanlike construction with a single-storey “a” and “g”, compact apertures, and balanced proportions that hold up well at larger display sizes and in dense settings.
Well-suited for headlines, brand wordmarks, and promotional typography where a solid, contemporary sans presence is desired. Its open counters and even texture also make it effective for signage, packaging callouts, and short-to-medium UI or editorial display copy where firmness and clarity are priorities.
The tone is modern and no-nonsense, with a slightly friendly softness coming from the rounded curves and open counters. It reads confident and practical rather than expressive, aiming for clarity and directness in headlines and UI-like messaging.
The design appears intended as a versatile, contemporary sans that prioritizes clear shapes, consistent rhythm, and a dependable, easy-to-set texture. It aims to deliver strong impact without relying on decorative quirks, keeping forms familiar and broadly usable.
In the sample text, spacing and rhythm produce a strong, even color that feels stable in multi-line settings. The numerals are straightforward and geometric, matching the letterforms in weight and presence for cohesive mixed alphanumeric use.