Durock POM Linear Switches

The Durock Pom Linear is a smooth, linear mechanical switch designed for users who prefer consistent keypresses without tactile feedback. It suits gamers and typists seeking a quiet, fluid typing experience with a deeper sound profile. Its unique POM blend housing and stem provide a distinct acoustic character while maintaining smoothness.

Feel & Sound

• Linear action delivers a consistent, bump-free keystroke, ideal for fast, repeated presses.
• The POM blend housing and stem create a deeper, less sharp sound compared to typical plastic switches.
• Bottoming out requires moderate force, offering a solid but not harsh end to each keypress.

Build Quality

• Both housing and stem use a proprietary POM blend, which affects sound and smoothness.
• Gold-plated springs provide reliable conductivity and resistance to corrosion.
• Switches come unlubed, allowing users to customize smoothness and sound further.

Compatibility & Modifications

• PCB mount with 5 pins ensures stable installation on most standard PCBs.
• Unlubed factory condition means initial smoothness may improve with user-applied lubrication, reducing potential scratchiness.
• Filming (adding a thin layer between housing parts) can reduce stem wobble, which may be noticeable due to the POM material.

Trade-offs

• Unlubed from the factory, so some users may find initial scratchiness or spring noise until broken in or lubed.
• Deeper sound profile might be less suitable for quiet office environments.
• Unknown LED compatibility and hot-swap friendliness, so check your keyboard’s specifications before purchase.