Gateron Black Ink V2

Discover the next level of typing and gaming performance with Gateron Black Ink V2 Linear Switches. Known for their smooth keystrokes, premium materials, and consistent performance, these switches are a favorite among mechanical keyboard enthusiasts.

Key Features:

• Ultra-Smooth Linear Typing: Delivers seamless keystrokes with no tactile bump, ideal for fast typists and gamers.
• Optimized Actuation: Features a 60g actuation force and a 70g bottom-out force for a satisfying and controlled typing feel.
• Premium "Ink" Material: Proprietary housing and stem materials provide exceptional durability and a unique, deep sound profile.
• Enhanced Spring Design: Equipped with a 14mm spring for reliable key return and consistent keypress performance.
• 5-Pin PCB Mount: Secure and stable installation, compatible with most mechanical keyboards, modifiable for 3-pin hotswap boards.

Tailored Options for Every Typist

Choose from two customization options to meet your needs:

• Hand-Lubed Switches: Each switch is professionally lubricated by hand to reduce friction, eliminate scratchiness, and enhance smoothness.
• Hand-Lubed & Filmed Switches: Includes hand-lubing with Durock Foam Films for improved housing stability and refined acoustics.

Why Choose Lubed or Lubed & Filmed?

Exceptional Smoothness and Precision for Every Keystroke

Our customization services bring out the best in the Gateron Black Ink V2 Linear Switches, offering enthusiasts a premium experience with smoother performance and quieter operation.

Hand-Lubed Switches:

• What You Get: Expertly lubricated with Krytox 205G0 on housings, stem, and legs, and Krytox GPL105 on springs.
• Benefits:
  • Reduced friction for buttery-smooth keystrokes.
  • Minimized noise for a quieter keyboard experience.
  • Consistent performance with every keypress.

Hand-Lubed & Filmed Switches:

• What You Get: Includes hand-lubing and Durock Foam Films for additional stability.
• Benefits:
  • Enhanced housing stability for a more solid typing feel.
  • Improved sound dampening for a deeper and more refined acoustic profile.

Amount per Quantity: 10

Switch Type: Linear

Pin Type: 5-pin PCB mount

Top Housing: Proprietary Ink Material

Bottom Housing: Proprietary Ink Material

Stem Material: Proprietary Ink Material

Spring: 14 mm

Pre-Travel: 2.0 mm

Total Travel: 4.0 mm

Spring Actuation: 60.0 g

Spring Bottom Out: 70.0 g

Manufacturer: GATERON

For optimal performance and smoothness, the bottom housing rails, exterior stem pole, and all surfaces of the stem including the legs are expertly lubricated with Krytox 205G0. The springs are also lubricated with Krytox GPL105 and the switches are topped off with an application of Durock Foam Films.

The images displayed are for illustrative purposes only. Due to factors such as plastic material, dyes, production conditions, and variations in lighting and digital photography, colors may vary slightly from the actual product. By purchasing, you agree to these terms.

Please note that these switches feature two additonal thick plastic pins (5-pin) that may not be compatible with 3-pin hotswap boards. To make them compatible, you need to clip the two pins. Kindly confirm compatibility before purchasing.