Sans Superellipse Dukaf 3 is a bold, narrow, monoline, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, packaging, signage, techno, industrial, retro, mechanical, modular, display impact, tech tone, systematic geometry, space efficiency, rounded corners, rectilinear, squared counters, condensed, geometric.
A condensed geometric sans built from squared, rounded-rectangle forms with consistent monoline strokes. Curves are largely replaced by softened right angles, producing rectangular counters and a distinctly modular silhouette. Terminals are blunt and corners are uniformly rounded, giving the face a sturdy, engineered rhythm. The uppercase is compact and boxy, while the lowercase keeps simple constructions (single-storey a and g) that echo the same squared curvature; figures follow the same disciplined, rectangular logic for strong uniformity.
This font works best in short to medium settings where its compact, squared shapes can act as a graphic element—headlines, posters, logos, and packaging. It also suits signage and labeling where a sturdy, engineered look is desired, especially in technology- or industrial-themed layouts.
The overall tone feels technical and industrial, with a retro digital flavor. Its squared curves and compact proportions suggest machinery, interfaces, and engineered labeling rather than calligraphic warmth. The steady, modular rhythm reads as confident and utilitarian, with a subtle sci‑fi edge.
The letterforms appear designed to deliver a compact, high-impact voice using a rounded-rectangular geometry that stays consistent across the character set. The intent is likely to provide a distinctive display sans that feels engineered and modern-retro, prioritizing visual identity and rhythmic uniformity over neutral text anonymity.
The design shows a deliberate tension between strict rectilinear geometry and softened corners, which helps keep dense text from feeling overly harsh. Distinctive letterforms (notably the boxy bowls and squared apertures) emphasize a constructed, system-like personality that stays consistent across caps, lowercase, and numerals.