Sans Superellipse Pibaj 5 is a very bold, very narrow, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'ATF Alternate Gothic' by ATF Collection, 'GW Flatgrip' by Goodwheel Studio, 'Sztos' by Machalski, and 'Tablet Gothic' by TypeTogether (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, signage, packaging, branding, industrial, condensed, direct, modern, punchy, space saving, high impact, geometric consistency, clear signage, blocky, compact, monoline, rounded corners.
A compact, heavy sans with a tightly condensed footprint and largely monoline construction. Curves are built from squared-off, rounded-rectangle geometry, giving counters and bowls a superellipse feel rather than true circles. Terminals tend to be blunt and flat, with minimal modulation and crisp joins; diagonals are sturdy and simplified, maintaining an even, poster-like texture. Spacing is economical and the overall color is dense, producing strong vertical rhythm in text and highly stable silhouettes in headlines.
Best suited to display typography where compact width and strong weight are advantages: headlines, posters, labels, and wayfinding-style signage. It also works well for branding systems that need a condensed, high-impact sans for short phrases, badges, and prominent UI or marketing callouts.
The tone is bold and utilitarian, with a contemporary, no-nonsense voice. Its rounded-rectangular curves add a friendly, engineered softness to an otherwise hard-working, industrial presence. The result feels confident and attention-grabbing without becoming playful or decorative.
The design appears intended to maximize impact and legibility within a narrow measure, using simplified, squared-round forms to keep shapes consistent and sturdy. Its geometry prioritizes a strong, even texture and clear silhouettes for attention-focused applications.
Round letters like C, G, O, and Q read as squared curves, and the numerals follow the same compact, blocky logic, helping mixed alphanumeric settings look consistent. The lowercase maintains clear differentiation from caps while keeping the same dense, condensed cadence, supporting impactful text lines with strong scanability at display sizes.