Sans Normal Kelih 5 is a very bold, normal width, low contrast, italic, normal x-height, monospaced font visually similar to 'ATC Harris' by Avondale Type Co., 'PF DIN Mono' by Parachute, and 'TT Commons™️ Pro' by TypeType (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, packaging, app ui, sporty, energetic, modern, punchy, friendly, impact, speed, clarity, modernity, emphasis, oblique, rounded, geometric, compact, sturdy.
A heavy, oblique sans with compact proportions and rounded, geometric bowls. Strokes stay consistently thick with minimal modulation, producing a dense, high-impact texture. Curves are smooth and circular, while joins and terminals are clean and blunt, keeping counters open despite the weight. The slant is steady across caps, lowercase, and figures, and spacing reads regular and even, creating a disciplined rhythm in both grid and text settings.
Best suited for short-to-medium text at display sizes where impact matters—headlines, posters, athletic or lifestyle branding, packaging callouts, and bold UI labels. It can also work for compact emphasis text (badges, price points, navigation) when a strong, modern oblique look is desired.
The overall tone is assertive and fast-moving, with a sporty, contemporary flavor. Its rounded geometry keeps it approachable, while the mass and slant add urgency and emphasis that feels promotional and headline-driven.
The design appears intended to deliver a bold, energetic voice with clean geometry and consistent stroke weight. The oblique stance and rounded construction aim for attention-grabbing readability while maintaining a friendly, contemporary character.
Capitals are broad-shouldered and simplified, favoring clear silhouettes over detail. Lowercase forms remain sturdy and highly legible at display sizes, and the numerals share the same compact, forward-leaning stance for a cohesive voice in mixed alphanumeric use.