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Cherry MX BLACK CLEAR-TOP

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Cherry MX BLACK CLEAR-TOP
Mechkeys
$0.80
Cherry MX BLACK CLEARTOP
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~ $0.80
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Compare Cherry MX BLACK CLEARTOP vs Cherry Northern Light MX2A Silent Linear vs Cherry Black MX2A Linear Specification

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Cherry MX BLACK CLEAR-TOP
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Cherry Black MX2A Linear
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Name
Cherry MX BLACK CLEARTOP
Name
Cherry Northern Light MX2A Silent Linear
Name
Cherry Black MX2A Linear
Release year
2023
Release year
2025
Release year
2024
Switch type
Linear
Switch type
Silent Linear
Switch type
Linear
Factory lubed
 
Factory lubed
 
Factory lubed
 
Profile
Standard profile
Profile
Standard profile
Profile
Standard profile
Actuation force
63.5g
Actuation force
45g
Actuation force
60g
Bottom out force
-
Bottom out force
50g
Bottom out force
-
Pre travel
2mm
Pre travel
3.7mm
Pre travel
-
Total travel
4mm
Total travel
3.7mm
Total travel
4mm
Pins
5-Pin
Pins
5-Pin
Pins
5-Pin
Magnetic Hall Effect
 
Magnetic Hall Effect
 
Magnetic Hall Effect
 
Top Housing Material
-
Top Housing Material
-
Top Housing Material
-
Bottom Housing Material
-
Bottom Housing Material
-
Bottom Housing Material
-
Stem Material
Nylon
Stem Material
-
Stem Material
-
Sound profile
-
Sound profile
Muted
Sound profile
Clacky
Spring type
-
Spring type
-
Spring type
-
Double stage
 
Double stage
 
Double stage
 
Long pole
 
Long pole
 
Long pole
 
Dust proof
 
Dust proof
 
Dust proof
 
Water resistant
 
Water resistant
 
Water resistant
 
Weight
-
Weight
0.8g
Weight
-
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Product Description

The Cherry MX BLACK CLEARTOP is a high-quality mechanical switch designed for durability and precision. Here are some key features of this switch:

Features:

  • MX1A-61NW Linear 5-pin, PCB mount
  • Lubricant: Not applied
  • Switch Type: MX Mechanical Switch
  • Fastening: Fixation Pins in printed circuit board
  • Protection class: IP40
  • Switching voltage: 5V
  • Dielectric strength: 500V / 50Hz
  • Durability: > 50 million actuations
  • Contact configuration: Single-pole contact
  • Actuator travel: 4 mm
  • Pretravel: 2 mm
  • Initial force: 40cN min.
  • Actuation force: 63,5cN
  • Bounce time: < 1ms
  • Minimum lead spacing: 16 mm
  • Lighting: Prepared for use with 2-Pin LED (THT, through hole)
  • Insulation materials: Thermoplastics
  • Spring: Gold colored, stainless steel
  • Contacts: High-quality gold alloy
  • 10 PCS Per Package

With its smooth linear action and high actuation force, the Cherry MX BLACK CLEARTOP is perfect for those who prefer a responsive and reliable typing experience. Whether you're a gamer or a typist, this switch provides the performance and longevity you need for long hours of use.

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