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Cherry MX Silent Black

Manufacturer: Cherry
Brand: Cherry MX

Note: There is an ongoing issue with Cherry where these switches do not seem to be correctly weighted and are closer in feeling to Cherry MX Reds than Blacks. Updates on this issue can be found on this Geekhack thread

60g
80g
1.90mm
3.70mm
POM
Coloured (opaque)
Nylon
Coloured (opaque)
Nylon
Coloured (opaque)
Cherry MX Silent Black by Johan Keijzer
KBD75 Cherry MX Silent Black by Tony Kwon
Linear
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Linear switches have a smooth and linear feeling from top to bottom when pressed.

Mount type

Plate & PCB
Available in both
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Spring

Standard (stainless steel)

Volume

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silent
This is a silent switch with internal rubber dampers.

Lubrication info

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Factory lubed? No
Looking for switch lubrication advice? Here's a great start

Switch film

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No data available. If you've tried these switches with films let us know on our #reviews discord channel.
Why use switch film? Here's a good explanation and a great demonstration.

More info on films and Thicc films by Jinra.

Stem construction

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Standard
The stem on this switch is of the standard variety.

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Where to buy

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