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Gateron N1

Manufacturer: Gateron
Brand: Gateron

There doesn’t seem to be a whole lot of information out there about these switches except that they’re essentially recoloured Gateron Yellows (KS-3 variant) but with a heavier spring.

52g
67g
2.00mm
4.00mm
POM
Coloured (opaque)
Nylon
Coloured (opaque)
Nylon
Coloured (opaque)

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 Gateron N1
Gateron N1s Switches Lubed w/ 205g0 by Adam Lawson
Linear
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Linear switches have a smooth and linear feeling from top to bottom when pressed.

Mount type

PCB
5-pin
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Spring

Gold-plated

Volume

Switch Volume icon
normal
Standard switch with no dampers, can be further silenced with lubrication or O-rings.

Lubrication info

Factory lubed icon
Factory lubed? Slight factory lube
Looking for switch lubrication advice? Here's a great start

Switch film

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Yes, this switch in particular is vastly improved when switch films are used.
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.

ThereminGoat switch score

Gateron N1
24
/35
Push Feel
15
/25
Wobble
5
/10
Sound
8
/20
Context
5
/10
Other
57
/100
Total
View full score card on GitHub

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