Sans Superellipse Onbas 17 is a bold, normal width, monoline, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'CA Uruguay' by Cape Arcona Type Foundry and 'Octin College' by Typodermic (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, branding, ui labels, packaging, signage, modern, friendly, techy, clean, confident, clarity, modernization, approachability, display impact, brand presence, rounded corners, soft terminals, geometric, high contrast (ink/space, large counters.
A heavy, geometric sans with superellipse-style bowls and rounded-rectangle construction. Strokes are consistently thick with crisp, squared ends that are softened by rounded corners, creating a sturdy yet smooth texture. Counters are generous and mostly rectangular/oval hybrids, and curves transition cleanly into straight segments without calligraphic modulation. The overall rhythm is compact and stable, with wide, open apertures and simple, utilitarian letter shaping that stays highly legible at display sizes.
Best suited for headlines, logotypes, and brand systems that want a modern geometric voice with softened edges. The sturdy shapes and large counters also work well for UI labels, wayfinding, and packaging where quick recognition and strong contrast are priorities. It is particularly effective when set large, where the superellipse geometry becomes a distinctive design feature.
The tone is contemporary and approachable, combining a tech-forward geometry with a friendly softness from the rounded corners. Its dense weight and simplified forms read as confident and direct, lending a pragmatic, product-oriented feel rather than editorial sophistication.
The design appears intended to merge industrial, grid-based geometry with a more approachable feel through rounded corners and open interiors. It prioritizes clarity and a strong silhouette, aiming for a contemporary display sans that reads cleanly across branding and interface contexts.
Round characters like O, Q, and 0 lean toward squarish ovals, reinforcing the superellipse theme. Lowercase forms keep single-storey simplicity where expected and maintain a consistent, blocky silhouette; punctuation in the sample text sits firmly with the same stout, squared-off construction.