Gateron Optical Skyloong GK61 Switches
Gateron Optical Skyloong GK61 Switches
99 in stock
Features & Details:
This is a pack of 10 switches.
These switches DO NOT HAVE PINS. They are only compatible with the GK61 and Gateron optical switch keyboards. If you are unsure about which switches you need for your keyboard, please contact us.
The GK61 mechanical keyboard has a wide range of features, the main one being its hot-swap capabilities. Skyloong has worked with Gateron to develop their own range of switches for the GK61.
Optical Red Switch Specifications:
- Switching Characteristic: Linear
- Actuating Force: 45 cN
- Total Travel: 4.0 mm
Optical Blue Switch Specifications:
- Switching Characteristic: Clickly
- Actuating Force: 55 cN
- Total Travel: 4.0 mm
Optical Brown Switch Specifications:
- Switching Characteristic: Tactile
- Actuating Force: 55 cN
- Total Travel: 4.0 mm
Optical Black Switch Specifications:
- Switching Characteristic: Linear
- Actuating Force: 60 cN
- Total Travel: 4.0 mm
Optical Yellow Switch Specifications:
- Switching Characteristic: Linear
- Actuating Force: 35 cN
- Total Travel: 3.2 mm
Optical Silver Switch Specifications:
- Switching Characteristic: Linear
- Actuating Force: 45 cN
- Total Travel: 3.2 mm
Optical Green Switch Specifications:
- Switching Characteristic: Linear
- Actuating Force: 35 cN
- Total Travel: 4.0 mm
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Factory Lubed? | No |
About The Gateron Brand
Gateron switches are renowned for their smooth keystrokes and exceptional performance, making them a top choice for mechanical keyboard enthusiasts. With options like Gateron Red, Blue, and Brown switches, they offer a range of tactile and linear experiences. Perfect for gaming, typing, and custom keyboard builds, Gateron delivers quality and affordability.
Frequently Asked Questions
What’s the difference between tactile, linear, and clicky switches?
- Tactile switches (e.g., Cherry MX Brown, Gateron Brown) provide a noticeable bump mid-press without audible feedback.
- Linear switches (e.g., Cherry MX Red, Gateron Yellow) have smooth keystrokes without tactile or audible feedback, ideal for gaming.
- Clicky switches (e.g., Cherry MX Blue, Kailh Box White) produce a click sound with each press for auditory and tactile feedback, popular with typists.