Sans Faceted Ihla 6 is a very light, very wide, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, posters, logotypes, ui labels, titles, futuristic, technical, minimal, architectural, sci‑fi, tech aesthetic, geometric display, constructed forms, futurism, monoline, faceted, octagonal, geometric, angular.
A monoline, geometric sans built from straight strokes and clipped corners, giving most bowls and rounds an octagonal, faceted silhouette. Stems and horizontals are hairline-thin and consistent, with frequent use of open joins and small gaps that keep counters airy. Diagonals are sharp and clean, and many characters rely on simplified construction (e.g., single-stroke diagonals and segmented curves) that emphasizes structure over softness. Spacing appears moderate, with crisp, mechanical rhythm and a deliberately linear stroke behavior throughout.
Best suited to short display settings where its thin strokes and segmented construction can be appreciated—headlines, poster titling, brand marks, and tech-themed UI labels or interface chrome. It works particularly well for science/technology, gaming, and electronic music aesthetics, where a precise, engineered voice is desirable.
The overall tone feels futuristic and technical, like labeling on instruments or a schematic interface. Its angular facets and ultra-clean linework read as precise and engineered, with a cool, minimalist character that leans more display than text.
The design appears intended to translate a geometric, faceted construction into a lightweight, contemporary sans for striking display typography. By favoring clipped corners, open joins, and schematic linework, it aims to evoke a modern, technical mood while keeping forms simple and highly stylized.
The faceting is especially evident in rounded characters (C, G, O, Q, 0) where corners are clipped rather than curved. Several letters incorporate intentional breaks and parallel-line details, creating a distinctive, constructed look and a slightly "outlined" feel in places without becoming fully hollow.