Durock Sunflower POM T1 Tactile Switches

The Durock Sunflower POM T1 Tactile is a medium-weight tactile switch suited for users who want clear feedback without click noise. It fits typists who prefer a noticeable bump at actuation and gamers who need reliable keypress confirmation. It is not silent and produces tactile sound and feel, making it less ideal for noise-sensitive environments.

Feel & Sound

• Provides a tactile bump at 2.0 mm pretravel, giving clear feedback before the key bottom out.
• Non-clicky and not silent, so it generates moderate sound typical of tactile switches.
• The POM stem and housing contribute to a smooth keystroke with reduced friction compared to standard plastic.

Actuation Characteristics

• Requires 67g actuation force, offering a balance between light and heavy presses.
• Total travel distance is 4.0 mm, standard for most mechanical switches.
• The tactile bump occurs early enough for responsive typing and gaming input.

Build Quality

• Constructed with POM (polyoxymethylene) housing and stem, known for durability and low friction.
• Spring and leaf use metal with gold coating, which may improve longevity and reduce corrosion.
• Five-pin PCB mount design ensures stable installation on compatible boards.

Compatibility

• PCB mount only, not compatible with plate mount without modification.
• Supports LED backlighting and is jumper compatible for various keyboard layouts.
• Unknown if hot-swap friendly; users should verify compatibility with their keyboard sockets.

Trade-offs

• Not silent, so may not suit quiet office environments.
• Unlubed variants may require additional lubrication to reduce scratchiness, which is common in tactile switches.
• Unknown stem wobble and leaf ping levels, which can affect sound and feel quality.