Are there any hot-swap keyboard switches available?
Are there any hot-swap keyboard switches available?
Everyone with mechanical keyboard experience, you know what I’m after in a switch. The problem is that nothing on the market fits exactly what I need. That’s why I’m planning to get a hot-swappable keyboard and customize it as I see fit.
I’m evaluating these switches because of their strong springs. My current board uses a 50g spring (basic MX brown switch) and it feels too light for my heavy typing. So I’m considering 80 or 100g silent switches.
Gateron Aliaz Silent Tactile Switch Set
The Gateron Aliaz offers a transparent housing and a pink stem, providing a smoother, quieter, and more natural typing experience. If you want tactile feedback with silence, this set is perfect for you.
www.gateron.co
My main concern now is whether every switch is compatible with every hot-swappable board. Are there different mounting types or other factors I should consider to ensure the switch works properly? Is there anything extra beyond what’s included that I need to acquire, or can I just install and test it myself? This was my last question before deciding on a set of switches and a board.
Another thought: would you mind any affordable board options for my project? I’d like a full board since I rely heavily on the number pad. Wireless is preferred, but other features aren’t essential. A bit of flair is fine, but not necessary.
Checking this recommendation from the site:
https://www.amazon.com/Cooler-Master-Mec...B0CTN3MKDS
I’m open to any suggestion as long as the price fits my needs.
Thanks for your help and ideas!
Alternatively, it's important to check if the switches are compatible with 3-pin or 5-pin designs. For a 3-pin board, a switch with 5 pins would need its two "stand off" pins connected to make it work. Since your board is 5-pin, it should fit any mechanical switch. The main worry for HE boards is that not all of them accept HE switches and using an unapproved one could damage the board. Another idea would be to consider a more affordable board available for purchase.
Thanks for the details. I wasn't aware of the pin count. The switches I'm considering are 5-pin, so I need to confirm the board can support it. Also, the Glorious board seems quite intriguing and offers more options to review. Thanks again.
I've been using the MK770 for about a week now. Although I'm not very familiar with such devices, this one is significantly better than any keyboard I've ever used. I appreciate the included switches and would like to keep it as it is, but I'm still having trouble hitting extra keys accidentally.
Today I got the new switches, and when I have a chance, I plan to replace just the letter keys first to compare. I'm not sure if I'll need to go through the rest, but I have plenty of switches available if I decide to make changes. It seems straightforward, which is good since I've never taken apart a KB before.