Sans Superellipse Pimit 2 is a very bold, very narrow, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Karepe FX' by Differentialtype, 'Highman' by Eko Bimantara, and 'Aptly' by Shinntype (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: posters, headlines, signage, packaging, labels, industrial, condensed, retro, authoritative, utilitarian, space saving, high impact, systematic geometry, signage clarity, rounded corners, rectangular, compact, monoline, blocky.
A compact, heavy sans built from rounded-rectangle forms with consistent, low-contrast strokes. Curves are squarish and superelliptical, with softened corners and tight internal counters that stay open through simplified, geometric construction. Vertical stems dominate, proportions are tall and compressed, and joins are clean and mechanical. The overall rhythm is dense and even, favoring straight sides and flat terminals over calligraphic modulation.
Best suited to short, high-impact settings such as headlines, posters, packaging, and wayfinding where space is tight and a strong typographic voice is needed. It also works well for labels, badges, and industrial-style graphics that benefit from a dense, uniform typographic color.
The typeface projects an industrial, no-nonsense tone with a subtle retro flavor reminiscent of signage and utilitarian labeling. Its compressed, blocky presence feels assertive and efficient, emphasizing strength and clarity over softness or ornament.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum impact in minimal horizontal space using a consistent rounded-rect geometry. It prioritizes a strong, repeatable silhouette and a sturdy texture that remains recognizable at a glance in display and signage contexts.
Round letters like O/Q are drawn as rounded rectangles, reinforcing a modular, engineered feel; the Q shows a distinctive tail/descender that adds character without breaking the system. Numerals follow the same condensed, squared-off logic, keeping a uniform texture in mixed alphanumeric settings.