Sans Normal Kodel 6 is a bold, normal width, low contrast, italic, normal x-height, monospaced font.
Keywords: signage, labels, posters, packaging, ui display, utilitarian, industrial, assertive, technical, retro, clarity, impact, efficiency, technical tone, compact set, compact, rounded, blocky, upright slant, high legibility.
A compact, slanted sans with solid, even strokes and broadly rounded corners. The letterforms are built from simple geometric curves and straight segments, with closed counters that read clearly at display sizes. Curves tend toward circular bowls (notably in C, O, Q, and 0), while diagonals and terminals are clean and minimally treated, giving the shapes a sturdy, engineered rhythm. Uppercase forms feel wide and steady, and lowercase follows the same blunt geometry with straightforward joins and a consistent, modular cadence across the set.
Well-suited to signage, labeling, and packaging where strong presence and fast recognition matter. It also works for posters and headlines that want a technical or industrial voice, and for UI or dashboard display text where a compact, consistent rhythm helps maintain clarity in tight layouts.
The overall tone is practical and workmanlike, with an industrial edge that feels confident rather than decorative. Its slant adds energy and forward motion, suggesting speed, tools, and machinery without becoming playful. The heavy presence and tight rhythm also lend a subtly retro, utilitarian flavor reminiscent of equipment labeling and late-20th-century technical graphics.
The design appears intended to deliver a strong, compact sans voice with a forward-leaning stance, prioritizing clarity and consistency over ornament. Its geometry and sturdy terminals suggest a focus on functional communication in technical, industrial, or product-oriented contexts.
Figures are simple and robust, with rounded forms that keep them distinct and readable. Punctuation in the sample text appears compact and sturdy, matching the overall blunt geometry and reinforcing an efficient, no-nonsense texture in paragraphs.