Sans Normal Yade 9 is a very bold, normal width, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Bulltoad' by Typodermic (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: posters, headlines, signage, packaging, labels, industrial, stenciled, tactical, rugged, utilitarian, stencil look, gritty display, industrial labeling, bold emphasis, rounded, cutout, chunky, weathered, high-impact.
A heavy, rounded sans with a clear stencil construction: many closed forms are split by vertical breaks, and several letters show additional cutouts and rough, uneven edges. Strokes are thick and compact with a generally upright stance, while counters are simplified and often partially opened by the stencil gaps. Curves (notably in C, G, O, S, and numerals) stay broadly circular, but the outline finish introduces a distressed, ink-worn texture that softens the geometry. Overall rhythm is dense and emphatic, with strong black coverage and a sturdy, blocky silhouette.
Best used for posters, headlines, signage, and packaging where high impact and a stenciled look are desired. It works well for short bursts of text—labels, section headers, and display lines—especially when the design calls for an industrial or utilitarian voice.
The font conveys an industrial, tactical tone—suggesting shipping crates, military markings, or workshop labeling. Its distressed stencil cuts add grit and urgency, giving it a tough, no-nonsense personality suited to bold statements rather than refined typography.
The design appears intended to emulate stencil-lettering with a worn, printed texture, prioritizing immediacy and recognizable stencil gaps over smooth, neutral outlines. It is built to deliver a strong, authoritative presence in display contexts while retaining a broadly rounded, sans structure beneath the distressing.
The stencil breaks are a dominant identifying feature, especially in rounded letters and numerals, and they create distinctive interior negative shapes at larger sizes. The distressed edges and irregular cutouts can reduce clarity at small sizes, but they contribute significantly to the intended rugged character.