Sans Normal Afbuf 12 is a bold, normal width, low contrast, italic, normal x-height, monospaced font visually similar to 'ATC Harris' by Avondale Type Co. and 'TT Commons™️ Pro' by TypeType (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: code ui, labels, signage, packaging, posters, technical, industrial, direct, utilitarian, robust, functional clarity, systematic layout, strong emphasis, compact economy, slanted, uniform, blocky, compact, high legibility.
This typeface is a slanted, heavy sans with uniform stroke weight and compact, squared-off curves. Letterforms lean consistently with stable vertical rhythm, and shapes are built from broad strokes with rounded corners rather than sharp terminals. Counters are relatively open for the weight, with straightforward construction in characters like C, G, S, and the numerals. Overall spacing and alignment emphasize an even, grid-like texture that reads as steady and controlled.
It performs well where consistent spacing and strong letterforms help scanning and alignment, such as technical interfaces, tabular readouts, or labeling systems. The weight and slant also make it effective for headlines, posters, and packaging where a compact, forceful texture is desired. For continuous reading, it’s best in short passages, callouts, or functional copy where clarity and emphasis matter more than softness.
The tone feels utilitarian and engineered, with a no-nonsense, workmanlike presence. Its slant adds motion and urgency without becoming expressive or calligraphic, keeping the voice practical and matter-of-fact. The bold massing gives it a sturdy, confident feel suited to functional messaging.
The design appears intended to deliver a sturdy, highly regular sans voice with a forward-leaning emphasis, combining industrial practicality with headline strength. Its uniform construction and controlled rhythm suggest a focus on systematic layout and clear, repeatable forms.
Distinctive features include a strong, geometric approach to curves, a clean, simple lowercase with single-storey forms, and numerals that match the same heavy, forward-leaning stance. The heavy strokes and consistent slant create a dense, assertive typographic color, especially in longer lines of text.