Sans Normal Opbal 9 is a bold, wide, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Neue Haas Unica', 'Neue Haas Unica Paneuropean', and 'Shilia' by Linotype and 'Nustar' by Matt Chansky (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, signage, branding, ui labels, modern, confident, utilitarian, friendly, corporate, impact, clarity, legibility, modernity, simplicity, geometric, rounded, blocky, clean, neutral.
A heavy, geometric sans with broad proportions and generous internal counters. Strokes are uniform with minimal modulation, and terminals are cleanly cut, producing crisp, high-ink shapes. Curves are built from near-circular forms (notably in O/C/G), while joins stay sturdy and open, helping letters like a/e/s remain legible at size. The lowercase has a straightforward, single-storey a and g, with round dots on i and j and a compact, practical spacing rhythm.
It works best where strong emphasis and quick readability are needed: headlines, posters, signage, and bold brand statements. The steady geometry and open counters also make it suitable for short UI labels and navigation text at larger sizes.
The overall tone is modern and dependable, with a friendly neutrality that feels confident rather than decorative. Its wide stance and solid color give it a direct, attention-getting presence suited to clear communication.
The design appears intended to deliver a strong, contemporary sans voice with geometric clarity and a solid typographic color. It prioritizes legibility and impact through wide proportions, simple forms, and consistent stroke weight.
Figures are similarly robust and easy to parse, with simple, geometric construction and consistent weight across curves and straight strokes. The sample text shows stable word shapes and strong headline color, emphasizing clarity over finesse.