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Compare HMX SW x Catmint Linear vs Crystal HE Linear Differences Side by Side

Explore the comprehensive side-by-side comparison of the HMX SW x Catmint Linear and HMX Crystal HE Linear and view their biggest differences. The detailed comparison table allows you to see all the essential features, specifications, and benefits of each switch at a glance. Whether you're looking for performance, value, or specific functionalities, this comparison tool helps you make an informed decision.

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SW x HMX Catmint
74
HMX Crystal Magnetic HE

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  • Released in 2025
  • 40g actuation force
  • 45g bottom-out force
  • 2mm pre-travel
  • 3.5mm total travel
  • Nylon, PA12 top housing
  • 20mm spring
  • Factory lubed
  • Released in 2026
  • 42.8g actuation force
  • 42.8g bottom-out force
  • 3.3mm pre-travel
  • 3.3mm total travel
  • PC top housing
  • Muted sound profile
  • Steel spring material
  • Magnetic Hall effect

Compared with light linear switches

  • Overall / Value:79.3
  • Materials:76.6
  • Finish:84.3

Compared with magnetic switches

  • Overall / Value:74.3
  • Materials:79.6
  • Finish:57.1
Name
HMX SW x Catmint Linear
Name
HMX Crystal HE Linear
Release year
2025
Release year
2026
Switch type
Linear
Switch type
Linear
Factory lubed
 
Factory lubed
 
Profile
Standard profile
Profile
Standard profile
Actuation force
40g
Actuation force
42.8g
Bottom out force
45g
Bottom out force
42.8g
Pre travel
2mm
Pre travel
3.3mm
Total travel
3.5mm
Total travel
3.3mm
Pins
5-Pin
Pins
5-Pin
Magnetic Hall Effect
 
Magnetic Hall Effect
 
Top Housing Material
Nylon, PA12
Top Housing Material
PC
Bottom Housing Material
Nylon, PA66, GF
Bottom Housing Material
Nylon, PA66, GF
Stem Material
POM
Stem Material
POM
Sound profile
-
Sound profile
Muted
Spring type
-
Spring type
-
Spring length
20mm
Spring length
-
Double stage
 
Double stage
 
Long pole
 
Long pole
 
Dust proof
 
Dust proof
 
Water resistant
 
Water resistant
 
Weight
-
Weight
3.5g
Spring material
-
Spring material
Steel
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