Sans Superellipse Pelab 2 is a bold, narrow, medium contrast, upright, tall x-height font.
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This typeface is a heavy, compact sans with rounded-rectangle construction and softened corners throughout. Strokes are thick and fairly even, with subtle modulation visible mainly at joins and curves rather than true high contrast. Counters are tight and often vertically oriented, and the overall rhythm feels condensed with tall proportions and short ascenders/descenders relative to the cap height. Curves (C, G, O, S) read as superelliptical and slightly squared-off, while straight-sided forms (E, F, H, N) are firm and upright. Terminals are clean and blunt, and the figures follow the same sturdy, rounded geometry for a cohesive text-and-display color.
It works best in headlines, posters, and branding where a compact, high-impact voice is needed. The strong, rounded structure also suits packaging and short signage lines, especially when you want a modern, approachable tone with substantial weight.
The overall tone is assertive and contemporary, with a friendly softness coming from the rounded corners and superellipse curves. Its dense, weighty color gives it a confident, attention-getting presence without feeling aggressive or sharp.
The design appears aimed at delivering maximum visual punch in limited horizontal space while keeping a soft, contemporary feel. Its rounded-rectangle construction suggests an intention to balance industrial sturdiness with friendliness and clean readability in display contexts.
The lowercase shows simplified, sturdy forms with a single-storey look for several letters and minimal calligraphic influence. Apertures are relatively closed, which boosts impact at larger sizes but can make dense settings feel dark. Numerals appear compact and consistent in width and weight, matching the squared-round aesthetic of the letters.