Sans Normal Bolan 9 is a regular weight, wide, low contrast, upright, normal x-height, monospaced font visually similar to 'FF Attribute Mono' and 'FF Attribute Text' by FontFont (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: code, ui labels, data tables, terminal, packaging, utilitarian, technical, neutral, robust, retro, clarity, alignment, system utility, legibility, consistency, blocky, sturdy, rounded, open, plain.
A sturdy sans with uniform character widths and a measured, mechanical rhythm. Strokes are low-contrast and largely geometric, with rounded bowls and softly curved joins that keep counters open. Terminals are mostly squared-off, and the overall proportions favor broad, stable forms; numerals and capitals sit firmly on the baseline with consistent weight and spacing. In text, the even set and predictable widths create a clear, grid-like texture that remains legible at moderate sizes.
Well suited to code samples, console/terminal styling, tables, forms, and interfaces where alignment is important. It also fits technical documentation, product labeling, and any layout that benefits from consistent character widths and clear differentiation between letters and numerals.
The tone is practical and no-nonsense, with a mild retro-computing flavor. Its consistent widths and straightforward shapes suggest instrumentation, labeling, and system-like typography rather than expressive display.
The design appears aimed at a dependable, system-friendly reading experience with a clean geometric backbone and consistent metrics. It prioritizes alignment, clarity, and a steady typographic color over stylistic flourish.
Several letters show simplified, functional construction—diagonals and curves are kept clean and unornamented, and punctuation/dots read as compact, round marks. The wide stance of many glyphs contributes to an airy feel despite the solid stroke weight, helping short strings and codes remain distinct.