Stencil Fiba 3 is a bold, normal width, monoline, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Averta PE' by Intelligent Design; 'Mundial Narrow' by TipoType; 'Sailec' by Type Dynamic; 'TT Commons Classic', 'TT Commons™️ Pro', and 'TT Norms Pro' by TypeType; and 'Segment' by Typekiln (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: posters, headlines, logos, packaging, wayfinding, industrial, military, utilitarian, mechanical, signage, stencil utility, impact display, industrial labeling, geometric clarity, high-contrast gaps, cut-in bridges, circular apertures, geometric, hard-edged.
A heavy, geometric sans with consistent stroke weight and sharply cut terminals. Many letters are constructed from near-rectilinear parts plus clean circular segments, then interrupted by deliberate vertical and horizontal breaks that act as stencil bridges. Counters tend to be round or squared-off, with strong symmetry in forms like O, Q, and 0, and a compact, sturdy rhythm across capitals and numerals. The lowercase follows the same built-up approach, with simplified bowls and occasional notches that preserve the stencil logic while keeping forms recognizable at display sizes.
Best suited for large-scale applications where the stencil breaks remain clear: posters, titles, brand marks, apparel graphics, packaging, and environmental signage. It also fits interfaces or labels that benefit from a technical, equipment-inspired voice, especially in short bursts of text rather than long reading.
The overall tone is industrial and task-oriented, evoking painted markings, equipment labeling, and utilitarian wayfinding. The crisp gaps and segmented curves introduce a technical, manufactured feel that reads as assertive and no-nonsense rather than friendly or literary.
The design appears intended to deliver a rugged, reproducible look associated with stenciled lettering while keeping a clean geometric structure for modern display typography. Its consistent weight and systematically placed bridges suggest a focus on high-impact communication and a cohesive industrial theme.
The recurring mid-stroke breaks become a defining texture in words, creating a patterned “interrupted” cadence across lines. Round characters (C, G, O, 0, 8, 9) especially emphasize the design’s circular geometry and bridge placement, while diagonal-heavy letters (A, K, V, W, X, Y) retain a rigid, cut-from-sheet look.