Durock Pom T1 Tactile Switches

The Durock Pom T1 is a tactile mechanical switch suited for users who want a smooth, tactile typing experience with enhanced sound depth. It fits typists and enthusiasts looking for a distinctive acoustic profile without sacrificing smoothness. It is less ideal for those seeking a linear or clicky feel or preferring pre-lubed switches out of the box.

Feel & Sound

This tactile switch offers a noticeable bump without a click, providing clear feedback during keypresses. Its proprietary POM blend housing and stem contribute to a deeper, more muted sound profile, often described as "thocky," which can enhance the typing experience for users who value acoustic feedback. The smoothness of the stem reduces scratchiness common in some tactile switches.

Actuation Characteristics

The switch actuates with a moderate force, bottoming out at 67g, which balances tactile feedback and typing fatigue. Total travel is standard, allowing familiar keypress depth. The bottom-out feel is firm but not harsh, supporting comfortable long typing sessions.

Build Quality

All main components, including stem, top, and bottom housing, are made from a POM blend, a durable plastic known for smoothness and sound dampening. The spring is gold plated, which may improve corrosion resistance. The switch is unlubed from the factory, so initial feel may be slightly less smooth until lubed.

Compatibility & Modification

It uses a 5-pin PCB mount design, ensuring compatibility with most standard mechanical keyboard PCBs and good stability in the plate. Being unlubed means users who prefer a smoother or quieter feel will likely want to apply lubricant. The POM housing and stem respond well to lubing, which can further reduce scratchiness and enhance sound. Filming (adding a thin layer between housing parts) may reduce stem wobble, but wobble is not explicitly noted.

Trade-offs

Because it ships unlubed, some users may experience slight scratchiness initially, requiring additional preparation. The tactile bump is moderate, so users seeking a very sharp or pronounced bump might find it less satisfying. The deeper sound profile may be distracting in quiet office environments. Unknown are details about LED compatibility or hot-swap friendliness.