NovelKeys Cream
Featuring housing and stem that is made out of self lubricating POM, this linear is a smooth and unique experience. The switch is also a first for Kailh, as it features MX style latching for the housing.
These are now in version 2 after listening to consumer feedback to fix some of the issues from the first round.
After being used in the Taeha Types Tfue Keyboard build they subsequently sold out everywhere and were nicknamed the “Tfue switch”.
Often compared to Gateron Inks and Zeal Tealios due to smoothness.
There are 4 variations of this switch:
Cream
Cream Chocolate
Nolive
Launch Edition
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.
Quotes, thoughts and opinions
Stats and figures are one thing but here are some quotes, thoughts and opinions we've been able to find from across the web regarding these switches.
A new and improved iteration of the first POM-on-POM switch that brings with it a fun feeling and sound.
The difference between these and the Gateron Inks is the sound. The inks are very quiet, and have less of a bottom-out sound. The Creams have more of a muted clack when the key hits the base. Its subtle, but the creams are definitely slightly louder.
If you want super quiet go for Gateron Inks, but if you like the buttery clack of a perfectly lubricated switch then the creams are perfect.
Mount type
Spring
Volume
Lubrication info
Notes
Being an all POM switch Creams are pretty smooth anyway but there is some noticeable friction. A small amount of Krytox 205 Grade 0 works well on these.
Switch film
More info on films and Thicc films by Jinra.
Stem construction
Standard
Long pole
Want to try this switch out for yourself?
Buy a single NovelKeys Cream sample switch
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Where to buy
NovelKeys
KBDFans
MyKeyboard.eu
AuraMech
Divinikey
Candy Keys
AliExpress
Originative Co
Daily Clack
Keys.my
KeyCrox UK
THE KEYCAP CLUB
HippoKeys
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