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Cherry MX Silent Red

Manufacturer: Cherry
Brand: Cherry MX

There are 2 variations of this switch:

45g
60g
1.90mm
3.70mm
POM
Coloured (opaque)
Nylon
Coloured (opaque)
Nylon
Coloured (opaque)
RGB
45g
60g
1.9mm
3.7mm
POM
Coloured (opaque)
PC
Transparent
Nylon
Transparent

Force-graph

A force-graph is a good way to help imagine how a switch might feel to the press. Many reputable manufacturers publish such graphs, either in their documentation or in their patents.
Not sure what you’re looking at? Check out Haata’s fantastic guide on reading force curve graphs.

Force graph for Cherry MX Silent Red
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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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