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Novelkeys Cream Tactile

Manufacturer: Kailh
Brand: NovelKeys
65g
95g
3mm
4mm
POM
Coloured (opaque)
POM
Coloured (opaque)
POM
Coloured (opaque)
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Tactile
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Tactile switches have a satisfying tactile "bump" when the switch is activated, providing a little resistance at the start of the press.

Mount type

PCB
5-pin
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Spring

Standard (stainless steel)

Volume

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

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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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.
Long pole
The stem on this switch longer than usual and hits the bottom housing eg. Halo/Holy Panda.

ThereminGoat switch score

Novelkeys Cream Tactile
25
/35
Push Feel
15
/25
Wobble
4
/10
Sound
14
/20
Context
6
/10
Other
64
/100
Total
View full score card on GitHub View full review on ThereminGoat.com

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