Sans Normal Opgak 9 is a bold, normal width, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Cronos' by Adobe and 'Faber Sans Pro' by Ingo (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, packaging, signage, friendly, retro, playful, confident, sporty, display impact, friendly branding, retro tone, high legibility, sports aesthetic, rounded, soft terminals, open counters, high impact, geometric.
A heavy, rounded sans with broad, even strokes and softly blunted terminals that keep the silhouettes smooth and compact. Curves are generous and fairly circular, while joins stay clean and sturdy, producing solid, poster-like lettershapes. The lowercase shows a single-storey a and g, round dots, and simple, open forms; the numerals are equally weighty with notably round bowls in 0, 8, and 9. Overall spacing and proportions favor big, stable shapes that hold together well at large sizes.
Best suited to headlines and display typography where its weight and rounded construction can deliver immediate impact. It works well for brand marks, packaging, posters, and signage, especially in contexts aiming for a friendly, retro, or sporty voice.
The font reads as approachable and energetic, with a distinctly retro sports and packaging feel. Its chunky curves and soft endings create a friendly, informal tone while still projecting confidence and emphasis.
Likely drawn to provide a bold, approachable display sans that combines geometric roundness with sturdy, highly legible shapes. The simplified lowercase and rounded forms suggest an emphasis on warmth and versatility for contemporary branding and large-format type.
The design leans on strong circular geometry (especially in O/C/G and the rounded numerals), balanced by straight-sided stems that keep the set from feeling overly bubbly. The heavy weight and large interior shapes make it especially effective where clarity and impact are more important than delicate detail.