Sans Superellipse Olmin 8 is a very bold, narrow, low contrast, upright, normal x-height, monospaced font visually similar to 'Perfume' by Fenotype, 'Cindie 2' by Lewis McGuffie Type, and 'Greeka' by Umka Type (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, signage, labels, packaging, industrial, utilitarian, authoritative, technical, retro, compact impact, mechanical clarity, signage utility, retro-tech flavor, blocky, condensed, rounded-corner, sturdy, high-impact.
A heavy, compact sans with tightly controlled proportions and a uniform, monoline feel. Letterforms are built from rounded-rectangle geometry: corners are softened rather than fully circular, producing superelliptical bowls and squared-off curves. Strokes terminate bluntly with minimal flare, counters are relatively small, and the overall rhythm is dense and regular. Numerals and punctuation match the same squared, robust construction for a consistent, signage-like texture.
Best suited for short, high-impact settings such as headlines, posters, signage, and packaging where a dense, sturdy texture is desirable. It also works well for labels, UI callouts, and technical or industrial-themed graphics that benefit from uniform, compact letterforms.
The tone is tough and no-nonsense, with an industrial directness that reads as functional and emphatic. Its condensed, blocky presence evokes utilitarian labeling and retro hardware aesthetics while still feeling clean and contemporary.
The design appears aimed at delivering maximum visual punch in a compact footprint, using rounded-rectangle construction to stay friendly at the edges while remaining firmly utilitarian. It prioritizes consistency and impact over delicate detail, creating a dependable display voice for bold messaging.
Round letters like O and C appear more like rounded boxes than true ovals, which reinforces the engineered look. The bold weight and compact counters push it toward display use, while the consistent widths and regular spacing give it a measured, mechanical cadence in text.