Sans Superellipse Sibap 17 is a bold, narrow, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Bebas Neue' and 'Bebas Neue Pro' by Dharma Type, 'Ggx89' by Typodermic, and 'Marce' by Umka Type (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, signage, branding, packaging, industrial, retro, assertive, condensed, editorial, space saving, high impact, display emphasis, utilitarian clarity, retro flavor, tall, compact, crisp, sturdy.
A tall, compact sans with strongly condensed proportions and a tight internal rhythm. Strokes are heavy and fairly uniform, with small, controlled curves that read like rounded-rectangle construction rather than soft, fully circular bowls. Terminals are mostly flat and clean, counters are narrow, and joins stay crisp, giving the design a sturdy, poster-friendly texture. Uppercase forms feel rigid and architectural, while the lowercase introduces a more typographic flow (single-storey a, compact e, deep-shouldered n/m) without losing the overall narrow, vertical emphasis. Numerals share the same compressed, high-contrast-in-space feel, with sturdy shapes and minimal interior room.
Best suited to display sizes where its condensed width and heavy strokes can deliver impact—headlines, posters, storefront or wayfinding-style signage, packaging callouts, and bold brand wordmarks. It can also work for short editorial deck lines and pull quotes when a compact, commanding voice is needed.
The overall tone is forceful and utilitarian, combining a no-nonsense, industrial voice with a distinctly retro display energy. Its tall silhouette and compact curves create a confident, attention-grabbing presence that feels suited to headlines and signage rather than quiet reading.
The design appears intended to maximize visual impact in limited horizontal space, pairing condensed proportions with squared-round construction to stay legible and consistent at display sizes. It aims for a practical, industrial clarity with a retro-leaning tone that holds up in bold, high-contrast layouts.
Spacing appears designed to keep words dense and column-like, reinforcing the verticality across lines. Round letters (C, O, G, e) maintain a slightly squared, superelliptical profile, which helps the set feel consistent and mechanical rather than friendly or geometric-perfect.