Sans Normal Bolan 17 is a regular weight, wide, low contrast, upright, tall x-height, monospaced font visually similar to 'Core Sans N SC' and 'Core Sans NR' by S-Core and 'Bale Mono' by moretype (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: code, terminal ui, developer tools, tables, data display, utilitarian, technical, modern, clean, neutral, alignment, readability, ui clarity, technical tone, systematic design, geometric, rounded, open apertures, even rhythm, sturdy.
This typeface has a monospaced, sans-serif construction with broad, even set widths and a sturdy, low-contrast stroke. Forms lean geometric with round bowls (notably in O, Q, and 0) paired with crisp, squared terminals and mostly straight-sided verticals. Curves are smooth and controlled, joins are clean, and counters stay open, producing clear letter silhouettes and consistent spacing across lines. The tall x-height and relatively short ascenders/descenders give the lowercase a compact, efficient profile while preserving legibility.
It works especially well where strict alignment and predictable spacing matter, such as code editors, terminal interfaces, logs, configuration screens, and data-heavy tables. The open counters and sturdy shapes also suit compact UI text and technical documentation where clarity at smaller sizes is important.
The overall tone is practical and matter-of-fact, with a contemporary, technical feel. Its disciplined spacing and straightforward shapes evoke coding, terminals, and system-interface typography rather than expressive or ornamental display use.
The design appears intended to deliver a clear, modern monospaced reading experience with a neutral, geometric voice. Emphasis is placed on consistent rhythm, straightforward construction, and reliable character recognition in continuous text.
Uppercase geometry is simple and stable, while lowercase details (single-storey forms and rounded shoulders) keep the texture friendly without losing its engineered regularity. Numerals follow the same geometric logic, reading clearly in mixed text and tabular contexts.