Sans Normal Bolan 14 is a regular weight, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height, monospaced font visually similar to 'Grafista' by Scannerlicker and 'Adelle Mono' by TypeTogether (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: code, ui labels, terminal, data tables, technical docs, utilitarian, technical, clean, modern, neutral, clarity, consistency, alignment, functionality, uniform rhythm, grotesque, mechanical, crisp, economical.
This typeface is a monospaced sans with even, low-contrast strokes and largely squared terminals that read crisp and mechanical. Curves are round but controlled, with a compact feel in counters and a steady, grid-friendly rhythm created by identical character widths. Uppercase forms are straightforward and geometric; lowercase shapes are simple and open, with single-storey construction visible in forms like the “g” and “a”. Numerals are clear and workmanlike, with consistent stroke behavior and minimal stylistic deviation across the set.
It performs well in contexts where alignment and consistent character widths matter, such as coding environments, terminal-style interfaces, tabular data, and system-like UI labeling. The plain, steady shapes also suit technical documentation and utilitarian editorial uses where neutrality is preferred.
The overall tone is practical and technical, prioritizing clarity and consistency over personality. Its restrained geometry and even spacing suggest a tool-like voice suited to structured information and code-like settings.
The design appears intended to deliver predictable spacing and clear letterforms for structured text, emphasizing functional legibility, even texture, and a no-nonsense, system-oriented aesthetic.
Spacing is notably even across mixed-case text, producing a strong vertical cadence typical of monospaced designs. The design avoids decorative quirks, leaning on disciplined proportions and clean joins to maintain legibility in continuous reading and tabular alignment.