Sans Superellipse Otbom 7 is a bold, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height, monospaced font visually similar to 'Bluteau Code' by DSType, 'Bluset Now Mono' by Elsner+Flake, 'CamingoCode' and 'CamingoMono' by Jan Fromm, 'TheSans Mono' by LucasFonts, and 'Consolas' by Microsoft Corporation (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: ui labels, signage, posters, packaging, headlines, utilitarian, industrial, technical, retro, blunt, clarity, impact, systematic, durability, labeling, rounded corners, blocky, geometric, compact, sturdy.
A heavy, block-forward sans with squared proportions and consistently rounded corners, giving many forms a rounded-rectangle (superellipse) feel. Strokes are thick and even, with minimal modulation and firm terminals that read as cut-off rather than tapered. Curves are broad and controlled (notably in C, G, O, S), while diagonals are straight and sturdy (A, K, V, W, X). Counters are compact but open enough for clear differentiation, and the overall rhythm is steady and grid-like, reinforced by the fixed character width.
This font is well-suited to short-to-medium text where uniform spacing and strong color are beneficial: UI labels, tabular callouts, technical diagrams, and product labeling. It also performs well for posters, packaging, and bold headings that need an industrial, straightforward voice without decorative flourishes.
The tone is pragmatic and no-nonsense, with a subtly retro, industrial flavor reminiscent of labeling, instrumentation, and early digital or mechanical display aesthetics. Its rounded corners soften the heft slightly, keeping the feel approachable while still unmistakably tough and functional.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum clarity and impact through a consistent, modular construction: thick even strokes, rounded-rectangle curves, and steady spacing. The goal seems to be a dependable workhorse for system-like typography and bold communication where a rugged, engineered texture is desirable.
Lowercase forms stay simple and constructed, with single-story shapes where expected (a, g) and a strong baseline presence. Numerals are wide and stable, with a particularly robust 0 and a straight, sign-like 1. Punctuation and dots appear square and weighty, matching the font’s blocky texture in text.