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2022-02-12 05:07:47
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Purple Potato
Manufacturer:
Kailh
Brand:
Kailh
AregKeyboard’s Purple Potato switch draws inspiration from delicious purple potatoes. The switches feature an extended spring, full POM construction, and large round tactile bump with very little pre-travel similar to a Holy Panda. - Dangkeebs
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63.5g
2mm
4mm
Photo attribution: Dangkeebs
Photo attribution: AlphaKeys
Photo attribution: AlphaKeys
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Tactile
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
Spring
Long spring
Volume
normal
Standard switch with no dampers, can be further silenced with lubrication or O-rings.
Lubrication info
Switch film
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.
More info on films and Thicc films by Jinra.
Stem construction
Standard
The stem on this switch is of the standard variety.
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