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Keyboard Switches

Keyboard switches are the mechanical devices beneath each keycap on a mechanical keyboard. Unlike membrane keyboards, which use a single rubber sheet with conductive traces, mechanical keyboards employ separate switches for each key, offering a discrete tactile feel, responsiveness, and durability. A key switch refers not to the keycaps you see on your keyboard but to the physical mechanism underneath each key that enables its function. 

How Do Keyboard Switches Function?

A standard mechanical keyboard switch is composed of several key elements, such as:

  • Housing: The exterior casing that retains all the parts together.
  • Stem: The part that moves up and down when the key is pressed. It is the part that the keycap connects to.
  • Spring: Offers resistance and returns the key to its previous position after being pressed.
  • Contacts: Two metal contacts that complete the electrical circuit when the key is pressed, guiding the signal to the computer.

What are the Available Keyboard Switch Types?

Keyboard switches are widely categorised into three main types based on their feel, sound and functionality, including:

  • Linear: These switches have a smooth, constant keypress with no tactile bump or click sound produced. They are common among gamers due to their fast response time and smooth action.
  • Tactile: These switches offer a noticeable tactile bump sound when the key is activated. They are used by typists who like a more responsive feel.
  • Clicky: Offer a tactile bump and an audible click sound when the key is pressed, delivering clear feedback for each keypress.

Crucial Features and Benefits of Using Our Top-line Keyboard Switches

  • Provides a distinct feel for each keypress, enhancing typing precision and mimising errors.
  • Offers quicker response times than membrane keyboards, which can be advantageous for gaming and fast typing.
  • Mechanical switches are generally rated for millions of keypresses, making them more long-lasting compared to membrane keyboards.
  • Allow customisation with various keycaps, springs, and other modifications to fine-tune the feel and sound.
  • Individual switches can be changed if they crash, extending the service life of the keyboard.

Where Can I Use Keyboard Switches?

  • Gaming: offers a modest edge with quicker response times and a customisable feel.
  • Typing: Improves typing accuracy and comfort for content writers and computer programmers.
  • General Use: Offers a more amusing and satisfying typing experience in everyday tasks.

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1241.1100.7.095, Schurter

1241.1100.7.095, Schurter

Membrane Product Description The MCS 18 range of switches from Schurter offer unique mechanical switches with great tactile feedback. The MCS 18 offers a low profile design and easy snap mounting with IP 65 rating to the front of the switch. Features and benefits Small mounting depth. Long life. Great tactile feel. An optional sealing kit (stock no. 301-5241 ) available for IP65 rating
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1241.1100.7.097, Schurter

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STTSKHWAC, Alps Alpine

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STTSKHW and STTSKHU series PCB switches Modular switches (surface mount and with pins) for printed circuit boards. Off-Mom normally open contact. Available in 2 sizes. Technical specifications Breaking capacity: 50 mA / 12 Vdc max. Contact resistance: Actuator stroke - STTSKHW:  0.30 mm - STTSKHU:  0.25 mm Stock life force dim. height (mm) colour no. (cycles) (N) (mm) total of button of button Pin version 283-9945 10 6 1.568 6 x 6 4.3 0.7 Dark grey 283-9951 10 6 1.568 6 x 6 5 1.4 Dark grey CMS version 283-9989 5 x 10 4 1.568 6.2 x 6.2 3.1 1.1 Brown
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