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Durock Ice King  Tactile

Durock Ice King Tactile Switches

The Durock Ice King Series Linear Switches are designed for enthusiasts seeking a smooth, consistent, and visually striking typing experience. Engineered with precision and crafted from premium materials, these switches deliver reliable performance for both gaming and everyday typing. </p... Read more
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Durock Ice King  Tactile
Gateron Quinn Tactile
Gateron Weightlessness
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  • Released in 2024
  • 58g actuation force
  • 68g bottom-out force
  • 3.5mm total travel
  • Nylon stem
  • Progressive spring
  • Released in 2023
  • 59g actuation force
  • 67g bottom-out force
  • Muted, Deep, Poppy sound profile
  • Double-Stage spring
  • Released in 2025
  • 50g actuation force
  • 50g bottom-out force
  • Poppy sound profile
  • Multi-Stage, Double-Stage spring
Name
Durock Ice King Tactile
Name
Gateron Quinn Tactile
Name
Gateron Weightlessness Tactile
Release year
2024
Release year
2023
Release year
2025
Switch type
Tactile
Switch type
Tactile
Switch type
Tactile
Factory lubed
 
Factory lubed
 
Factory lubed
 
Profile
Standard profile
Profile
Standard profile
Profile
Standard profile
Actuation force
58g
Actuation force
59g
Actuation force
50g
Bottom out force
68g
Bottom out force
67g
Bottom out force
50g
Pre travel
2mm
Pre travel
2mm
Pre travel
2mm
Total travel
3.5mm
Total travel
3.4mm
Total travel
3.4mm
Pins
5-Pin
Pins
5-Pin
Pins
5-Pin
Magnetic Hall Effect
 
Magnetic Hall Effect
 
Magnetic Hall Effect
 
Top Housing Material
Nylon
Top Housing Material
Nylon
Top Housing Material
Nylon
Bottom Housing Material
Nylon
Bottom Housing Material
Nylon
Bottom Housing Material
Nylon
Stem Material
Nylon
Stem Material
POM
Stem Material
POM
Sound profile
-
Sound profile
Muted
Sound profile
Poppy
Spring type
Progressive
Spring type
Double-Stage
Spring type
Multi-Stage
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
-
Weight
22g
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Product Description

The Durock Ice King Series Linear Switches are designed for enthusiasts seeking a smooth, consistent, and visually striking typing experience. Engineered with precision and crafted from premium materials, these switches deliver reliable performance for both gaming and everyday typing.

Design and Aesthetics

These switches feature a fully transparent housing that creates a frosty, cool appearance, making them an excellent choice for keyboards with RGB lighting. The clear design allows light to diffuse evenly, enhancing the visual impact of any custom build.

  • Fully transparent housing for optimal RGB illumination
  • Frosty, modern aesthetic suitable for a variety of keyboard styles

Performance and Typing Experience

The Ice King Series Linear Switches are engineered to provide a smooth and consistent keystroke with every press. Thanks to their linear mechanism, these switches offer a seamless travel without tactile bumps or audible clicks, making them ideal for users who prefer a quiet and fluid typing feel.

  • Linear switch design for uninterrupted key travel
  • Factory-lubed for reduced friction and enhanced smoothness
  • Consistent actuation ideal for fast-paced gaming and prolonged typing sessions

Material Quality and Construction

Durability and reliability are at the core of these switches. Each unit is constructed with a polymer nylon top and bottom housing, paired with a modified nylon stem. This combination ensures a unique sound profile and long-lasting performance.

  • Top Housing: Polymer nylon for structural integrity
  • Bottom Housing: Polymer nylon for stability
  • Stem: Modified nylon for smooth movement
  • 20mm progressive spring for balanced resistance

Technical Specifications

The Ice King Series Linear Switches are tailored for both custom keyboard builders and everyday users. Their specifications are designed to balance speed, comfort, and reliability.

  • Switch Type: Linear
  • Actuation Force: 55g
  • Bottom-out Force: 65g
  • Pre-travel Distance: 2.0mm
  • Total Travel Distance: 3.5mm
  • Spring: 20mm progressive spring
  • Mounting: 5-pin (PCB mount) for secure installation
  • Factory-lubed for optimal performance out of the box

Compatibility and Installation

These switches are designed with a 5-pin PCB mount, ensuring compatibility with a wide range of custom mechanical keyboards. Their robust construction and factory lubrication make them easy to install and ready for immediate use.

  • 5-pin design for stable PCB mounting
  • Compatible with most custom mechanical keyboard builds

Summary

The Durock Ice King Series Linear Switches offer a premium typing experience, combining smooth linear action, durable materials, and a striking transparent design. Whether for gaming, typing, or building a visually impressive keyboard, these switches deliver performance and reliability that meet the needs of discerning users.

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