DUROCK T1 Tactile Keyboard Switches, 5 Pins T1 Clear Tactile Switches for Mechanical Keyboards, 67g Mechanical Key Switches with Unique Tactile Keyswitch (Clear T1, 110pcs)

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Moreover, since these are smoother switches, they have been a lot more pleasant to game on, especially for longer periods. It’s not a huge difference compared to the Zealio V1s, but it’s a lovely change I’m happy to take. Usually for gaming I like my switches to be smooth, tactile* and weighted juuuust right. The T1 delivers it well. Overall, perfect…at least for me. Though, I can see this being a little too heavy for some, especially those who are used to Cherry MX Browns or similar. It’s definitely more on the heavier side of things. Sound: 8/10

There’s always time for lubrication. Though some switches do come pre-lubricated from the factory, most switches are not pre-lubricated, and the ones that are pre-lubricated tend to be done so poorly and inconsistently according to enthusiast standards. In terms of construction, the Golden-Brown switches use the standard combination of POM for the stem and Nylon for the housings, while the Milky Browns replace the Nylon with Gateron’s proprietary “Milky” blend. This results in a different feel and sound. Whilst it’s not the most tactile MX style switch out there, the tactility starts at the top of the travel making them very easy to predict (no need to “pre-load” the switch partway through if you’re the type to do that). Switch openers are avilable in plastic or aluminum. Plastic openers are cheaper, but Aluminum openers work better and last longer. You can even 3D print your own. These things so far are my end game (for now). I haven't lubed them and nor do I plan to. I hope they only get better with time but the sound isn't too scratchy that it distracts me or anything like that.

Other recent notable BSUN Panda switches are the POM Glacier and Ethereal Panda tactiles by Alphakeys, and the Dusk Panda linear and tactile switches. – Tecsee Tecsee switches, TTC Bluish White, SP Star Meteor White

Clear bottom housings are made of polycarbonate, while opaque bottom housings are made from polyamide ("Nylon") which has less friction. Additionally, even though it is less tactile than the Zealio V1s, it is still an enjoyable switch to type on due to the weighting and the outright smoothness out of the box! It also helps that the start of the tactility is right at the top of the travel (zero pre-travel), a cool bonus in my opinion. Drop’s Holy Pandas have been around a lot longer, and are even more pricey (which is why they don’t take the “best overall” ranking for most people! The Glorious Pandas are a much better deal). Boba U4T (and the U4 version) (Community Favorite) Cherry MX style switches were initally designed to be South-facing switches, meaning the LED would be on the South-end of the switch. This would cause no issue a Cherry profile keycap, after all, both were made in-house by Cherry themselves. SMD lights, on the other hand, come in two flavors: one type sits on top of the PCB, and requires a large cutout in the bottom housing of any switch to be supported.

Tecsee uses PME in a number of switches including Kingfisher, Carrot, Blue Velvet, and Purple Panda. – HPE (Tecsee) Dupont Vertrel XF. Newly released by DuPont, this is a solvent made for cleaning PTFE and Fluorocarbon lubricants like Tribosys, Krytox, and Superlube. It’s a liquid that can be used by brushing/wiping on, or in conjunction with an Ultrasonic Cleaner. If you don’t want to spend the cash on an ultrasonic cleaner but demand your switches be completely stripped of lube, this may be your best best. Available at Ringerkeys. VI. Switch Maintenance 11. How to Change/Remove The Trampoline Mod has you stuff the hole with silicone instead of bearings, causing a dampened keypress that also makes your stem bounch and rebound into the upstroke, having an effect similar to a trampoline. Frankenswitches – You too can create a monster The one thing I would change is to make the spring weight heavier to reduce bottoming out. That’s it, nothing else.

With all that said, the switches are relatively smooth, highly consistent, adequately tactile and excellently weighted. They also aren’t as mushy as the U4 which is a plus for me. Though, don’t expect it to feel like a traditional non-silenced switch either. Tao, Paul, Gazzew, HBHeroinBob. Whichever name you know him by, a solid reputation precedes him and his suite of switches and stems. Whatever your need may be, the easiest way to remove a leaf is to grasp the pins from beneath the switch with tweezers, and push the leaf up and out of the housing. Each pin will be attached to a separate part of the leaf, with 2 parts in total. But with a little bit of modding, this switch can reach new heights. Once lubricated and filmed, the JWK-T1 truly shines. In my honest opinion, it rivals some of the best switches on the market, making it an excellent option for enthusiasts and casual users alike. Many MX style mechanical switches will have a total travel distance of 4.0mm, or significantly less in the case of speed switches.But the more you learn, you realize the depth of customization and complexity that mechanical keyboard switches offer. Like the previously covered Akko switch, the WS-Brown also has a sharp bump located at the top and a long stem pole resulting in a fast and responsive typing experience. Where this switch differs is in its overall construction and build quality among other things. The Zealious switches are another fan favorite that offers a number of options for the same switch (in terms of resistance). Tecsee does produce a Panda variant of their own known as the Purple Panda, but also has several switches that have nothing to do with bears or bamboo. Blue Velvet, Zaku, Corsa, Lychee, Mint, Diamond, Kingfisher and a slew of other switches have all been produced by Tecsee and have made them a fast community favorite. – Glorious